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Full spec master cylinder[VRCSeries] Brake master

Full spec master cylinder[VRCSeries] Clutch master

GALE SPEED

16 Apr 2024

Full spec master cylinder[VRCSeries] Clutch master

Fits: Others

Japanese Webike user

5/5

Clutch becomes lighter

I installed it on New Model GSX1300R HAYABUSA.

In fact, this time we are replacing VRD, also by GALE SPEED. replacing VRD to VRC from higher MODEL to Standard model may sound strange, but there are actually various reasons.

First of all, I was attracted to this VRC the moment I received it and opened the box. It looks like a work of art indeed, and just looking at it raised my Tension and made me feel that it was worth the high price.

I think it beats bremboRCS just for the smooth surface treatment. To be honest, I don't understand why brembo's RCS is so popular. I used to be a brembo RCS fan, and I used to think that no matter what kind of motorcycle I switched to, I would first replace it with brembo's RCSMASTER.

However, I felt the quality of brembo's forging was not worth the price. I was tired of that, so I chose GALE SPEED's Vine VRC this time.

Back to the story, I first went for the VRE feel and went for the bright black VRD for Cost considerations, but I quickly gave it up and went with this VRC because it looks like RCS and I felt something was wrong with it. I am usually a Touring Maine, so I can't tell the difference between VRD and VRC! Still, I chose it because of the way it looked. If that's what you enjoy, then that's fine.

Finally, after installing it and running it for a bit, it feels very good - lighter than the OEMClutch, and a little bit better at 17.5mm.

※※※※ Note ※※※※
New Model GSX1300R HAYABUSA will change the clutch master, [Hill HoldControlSystem will not be available.
The reason is that with the OEM clutch switch, if the clutch is released for a moment, the switch returns, the ECU recognizes that the car is starting, and the rear brake is released. However, with the external clutch master, the switch remains pressed until all the clutch is released, so the car is not detected as starting, the rear brake remains on, and even if the Axel is turned, the car does not move forward! This is very dangerous. I would like to see any Manufacturer solve this!

↑ It may be a little confusing, but try it yourself, it will never start!
In my case, I have turned that function off. View detail

GALE SPEED

15 Apr 2024

Full spec master cylinder[VRCSeries] Brake master

Fits: Others

Japanese Webike user

5/5

I'm glad I went with VRC.

I purchased this VRC when I replaced my GSX1300R HAYABUSA with a MASTER. In fact, this time, it is a replacement from VRD, also by GALE SPEED. replacing VRD to VRC from higher MODEL to Standard model may sound strange, but there are actually various reasons.

First of all, I was attracted to this VRC the moment I received it and opened the box. It looks like a work of art indeed, and just looking at it raised my Tension and made me feel that it was worth the high price.

I think it beats bremboRCS just for the smooth surface treatment. To be honest, I don't understand why brembo's RCS is so popular. I used to be a brembo RCS fan, and I used to think that no matter what kind of motorcycle I switched to, I would first replace it with brembo's RCSMASTER.

However, I felt the quality of brembo's forging was not worth the price. I was tired of that, so I chose GALE SPEED's Vine VRC this time.

Back to the story, I first went for the VRE feel and went for the bright black VRD for Cost considerations, but I quickly gave it up and went with this VRC because it looks like RCS and I felt something was wrong with it. I am usually a Touring Maine, so I can't tell the difference between VRD and VRC! Still, I had to choose based on looks.

Finally, after installing it and running it for a bit, it feels very good, I feel the VRC is sufficient, I don't really need VRD or VRE except for Race.

We recommend this VRC over RCS! You will never regret it! View detail

Full spec master cylinder VRDSeries Brake master

GALE SPEED

09 Mar 2024

Full spec master cylinder VRDSeries Brake master

Japanese Webike user

5/5

Installed on New Model GSX1300R HAYABUSA

[How is it used?
First installed on a 2023 GSX1300R HAYABUSA!
The OEM MASTER was too big, tacky, and too hard to grip, so we replaced it with this one.
I have always used BREMBO, but the moment I saw this VRD for the first time, I was attracted by the beauty of the forging and Quantity of this product!:Pair (for Left and Right) Both were purchased.
Even though I have always been a brembo guy, I tried GALE SPEED for a while and it was surprisingly good!
Was the one you received as per Image?
The box is yucky and full of luxury.
A little more expensive than a brembo box? The feeling that the box was a bit more expensive than brembo's box was already conveyed to us before we opened it.
So the first impression is the best!
Was the installation difficult?
It was a bit complicated to install on the GSX1300R HAYABUSA.
If you want to use OEMHose as is [30MM]. I need an extended Banjo adapter. That would save me from having to buy an OEMHose. Nice savings!
How was your experience with it?
While the OEMMASTER is 19mm, we chose this 17.5mm.
The reason is that the OEM Caliper Piston is 30mm*P4, so 17.5mm is the most suitable size. 19mm is fine, but the grip is not so comfortable and hard, so 17.5mm is better. Please choose this size for your GSX1300R HAYABUSAOwner.
[Included Parts:were they on?
Stickers, Instruction Manuals, etc. I don't want to put Stickers because, frankly speaking, they are too flashy. I don't want to put Stickers because they are too flashy, to be frank.
[Was there anything that disappointed you?
Not particularly, I guess. Just expensive, from my friend's point of view, it's like lower than brembo:.... But this one is higher up!
Other items that would be helpful
Installation points and hang/Availability and clarity of the Instruction Manual/Points to consider/Items to purchase/Opinions and requests to the Manufacturer
It would be great if it came with a Switch. View detail

Aluminum Scraping Reservoir Tank for Rear Master Cylinder

GALE SPEED

06 Nov 2023

Master Cylinder Oil Tank

Japanese Webike user

4/5

Friendly to mods, tough on mechanics

[How is it used?
. at least as of August 19, 2019, and from the time of installation until October 8, 2023.
Mileage is at least 30,000 km
Mainly touring and occasional city driving circuit
Used with the same mounting bolt and location as OEM Fluid Tanks
Fluid used is active 4.0 and 5.1 (https://www.webike.net/sd/24038239/, https://www.webike.net/sd/24515708/)

Was the one you received as per Image?
As shown in the image, as shown in the Image.

Was the installation difficult?
Since the work was done with all Brake fluid removed, it was easy to remove the OEM, pull out the hose, cut it, attach it, and put the product on. The only hassle was that we had to bleed the air after that.
With the introduction of Rear Sets, we did not want to relocate the Tank, but we did not want to put the load of forcibly bending the Hose.
While other tanks have the hose outlet slanted directly down or toward the mounting bolt, this product, although slightly slanted, can be freely rotated 360 degrees for installation, allowing the hose to be installed in its OEM position with no waste and no load on the hose.

How was your experience with it?
It seemed to have the same capacity as the OEMTank, and there was no blowout when the pad was pushed back in the brake maintenance.
The Tank itself is not secured in any way other than being pinched, but it does not rotate or come off unexpectedly in any way.
I was concerned about heat in the center of the body, but no deformation or cracks have occurred yet.
The Fluid level is very difficult to check without any parts because there are parts that are sandwiched around the tank compared to a normal tank. When checking the Fluid level, it was necessary to illuminate it with the light of a Smartphone (Pixel 7 Pro) from the back. However, I don't remember checking it when it was transparent, so I don't know if it is the case with transparent Fluid.

[Included Parts:were they on?
I think I replaced the hose with a KIJIMA hose, and the hose clamp with a K-Con, but I have no record or memory of it, so I can't describe it.

[Was there anything that disappointed you?
I originally wanted a hose exit diagonally opposite to the mounting bolt. Since the wish was fulfilled, there is no need for installation.
What was unexpected was that the remaining Fluid amount was too hard to see as it was, so it would have been nice if there had been a warning note, even though it is possible to imagine to some extent.

This is the only product that allows the user to freely select the hose outlet, but the mechanism used to achieve this makes it difficult to check the remaining Fluid level.
I think this product is friendly to vehicles and modifiers, such as reducing the load on the hose. However, for those who perform maintenance (visual check of fluid level), the product is not so friendly as it requires one step of illuminating the product with a light. View detail