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November 11, 2025
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Front Brake Master Cylinder – fitment & spongy lever after upgrade

  • November 11, 2025
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Replacing stock master cylinder with an aftermarket unit. Lever feels a bit spongy even after a quick bleed. Looking for best-practice on piston size, banjo/crush washers, ABS compatibility, and bleed order.

Best answer by Sudhanshu

Full bleed order matters on ABS bikes: MC → ABS module → calipers. Vacuum + reverse bleed helps.

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