Help me out R1/R6/FZ1/Busa calipers?

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I apologize, I know the info here somewhere but I can't keep it straight.

What calipers, master, rotors are needed to upgrade an 06?

THANKS Paul
 
You already have 4 pot double-opposed piston calipers, if you have a '93+ VMax. Going to a 6-pot triple opposed pair of calipers from an FZR1000 from the early '90's is one way. The YZF1000 (R1) early model 'blue' or 'gold spot' double-opposed piston calipers are similar to what you have now. They are a direct bolt-in as they have the 100 mm o.c. spacing of your stock calipers. I think the '85-'92 front caliper spacing is 82 mm o.c.? Someone may wish to correct that if I am off.

Sean's kit for a Hyabusa caliper, or two, is another way to improve things, contact him directly for pricing. These require an adapter bracket for ea. caliper. He sells it as a kit.

More pistons often requires being able to push more brake fluid, meaning, a larger bore master cyl. There are posts about a website where it shows you the ratio you want to be in-between when you count your equipment stats. As-in, "six pistons each 36 mm diameter (for one caliper) and a 5/8" master cylinder." Just an example, those #'s. Plus, recall that you have two calipers, so if each has six pistons, that's twelve total, when using the chart. You're gonna have to do a search for it, I'm too lazy, been working on a big home renovation project which is winding down. Maybe someone else w/more 'moxie' will provide the link for you.

For rotors, the FZR/YZF calipers will use your standard 298 mm discs just fine. Do you get additional benefits from 'wave-cut' edge rotors? Yes, in bench racing, but I doubt many of us ever would subject our brakes to the use required to benefit from 'better' rotors.

Pads? I use HH rated pads in the front and stockers in the rear. Brake lines? Stainless steel lines from Russell, Earl's or equivalent are going to provide a more-firm 'feel,' meaning less expansion under pressure. Wait to buy lines until you get what calipers you want, as the orientation of the brake inlet may require a longer hose/different angle hose end for the banjo bolt.
 
I have an 07....and I have the 6 pot fzr/yzf calipers. I have the semi-metallic pads up front. I'm still run in the stock length steel braided lines and stock master cylinder. This combo stops REALLY well.

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I have some Busa calipers located. So, I'll need some brackets from Sean, longer brake lines, and FJR rotors & master. That about cover it?
 
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