Front master cylinder substitute

[lazeebum]

I rebuilt the front master cylinder on my 98 goldwing, but it still doesn't work properly after bleeding. It holds a good pedal for a few stops and then it goes to the bars.
My question is, is there a good aftermarket replacement?

[rider1939]

Probably your biggest issue will be getting one that will allow both the cruise & brake light switches to mount on them.

I just got a descent looking item off Ebay.

I also went with an 1800 unit because it has the adjustable lever.

[lazeebum]

Probably your biggest issue will be getting one that will allow both the cruise & brake light switches to mount on them.

I just got a descent looking item off Ebay.

I also went with an 1800 unit because it has the adjustable lever.

Did you buy a new, or used one? And does it work with the 1500's cruise? I actually forgot about the cruise.

[rider1939]

It was not new. I picked one that look like it might be in good shape, disassemble and cleaned it. I was prepared to get a rebuild kit for it, but decided that it didn't need one. It wouldn't be a mistake to order a kit, if you go this route. The 1800 have both silver and black levers.

Yes, it also has switches for the brake light and cruise shut down.

[blupupher]

Probably your biggest issue will be getting one that will allow both the cruise & brake light switches to mount on them.

I just got a descent looking item off Ebay.

I also went with an 1800 unit because it has the adjustable lever.

So the 1800 setup fits a 1500?
What about the clutch, is that the same as well?

[vcdc]

I have that master cylinder from a 95 Wing that I am parting out.

[rider1939]

Yes, the clutch is interchangeable also. I wanted adjustable levers on both, so i went with the 1800s and they work fine.

[blupupher]

Yes, the clutch is interchangeable also. I wanted adjustable levers on both, so i went with the 1800s and they work fine.

Wish I knew that when I had my 1500, I like the 1800 levers so much better.

[rider1939]

I failed to mention that the ones I used were from the first series of 1800s. Looking at the later series, I don't see much/any differences. You also have to be cautious of the aftermarket ones. The only ones I'd use are OEM ones.

[lazeebum]

Thanks for the responses. I'll get it sorted one way or another.