How to Install a Brembo 19RCS (or Basically Any Front Brake Master Cylinder) in Great Detail

In this video, we'll walk through the process of removing the old front brake master cylinder from a motorcycle, then unboxing a Brembo 19RCS and replacing the old master with it. While this was installed on my 2012 Triumph Daytona 675R, the process should be pretty much the same for most motorcycles. We’ll also talk about why I decided to make this upgrade, and how to adjust the Ratio Control System (RCS).
Drop a comment below if you've changed out your master cylinder, have thought about doing so, or if you just like motorcycles. 🙂
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[@d675ose7]

44teeth all the way! 👏🏻 Their channel (and this one) kept me going through covid lockdowns😃 RCS19 is another great mod that is worth doing on the 675r😌

[@hiimchad]

I love BvG and Fagan! Those dudes are the best and their talk show was hilarious 😂 Definitely a worthwhile upgrade! Had you added one to your Daytona?

[@d675ose7]

@@hiimchad yep, I did that mod on both the 675 & 675r actually...☺️ - used an adjustable “butterfly bolt” to re-use & mount the original brake fluid reservoir on the 2009 - the RCS19’s are bling additions and do give a definite improvement in feel & braking power (along with the right pads)😌

[@hiimchad]

@@d675ose7 Awesome! Massive improvement indeed! I tried pads first, then fluid, and now that I have all three I feel like everything is working well. 🙂

[@ComputerGeekOnTwoWheels]

I just got a 19RCS Corsa Corta for my Honda and you answered all my questions. Thanks.

[@hiimchad]

Glad you found this helpful! Enjoy the new MC ✌️

[@jamest5149]

Love the T-shirt 👍

[@hiimchad]

Thanks! It’s getting a little tired to might be time for a new one soon. 🙂

[@PaulJ71]

44 teeth dude glad you follow statham and perkins great vid as always

[@hiimchad]

Thanks Paul! Big fan of the 44T guys! Miss their regular vids, but am always quick to watch when they drop something new. 🙂

[@douggooch5381]

Hi Chad, brilliant video of master cylinder replacement technique. You have a flare for instruction detail and would make a very good instructor of any subject that you tackle. Be aware of how much more braking power you will now have and go easy until you get used to the new master cylinder setup.

[@hiimchad]

Thank you Doug! I feel I always get a bit too far into the weeds with these, but grateful for your positive feedback. 🙂 I was very mindful the first time out with it and it still scared me the first few times I used it! A powerful tool indeed. I'll be posting a more detailed review of it later this week. I made some mention of it in the video before this one, but wanted to keep it light there as I think it deserves its own segment. Thank you as always for your support of me and the channel! 🙌

[@kapow378]

Love the 44teeth t-shirt!

[@hiimchad]

I need a new one! It’s starting to fade 😭

[@NHlocal]

I just invested in the HEL 19mm adjustable front master cylinder. My new sponsor carries them and I was able to get it for a really good discount. I haven't mounted it up yet but soon. Also got the HEL braided lines to go with it. The stock Brembo setup on my ZX10R is pretty good with some quality pads but I'm sure it'll be noticeably better after the upgrade. Hoping to see some more of your on track video. Thanks for sharing and keep yourself safe! 😃👍❤🏍🏁 Randy

[@hiimchad]

Thanks Randy! Hope all is well and the HEL MC is working nicely 😁✌️

[@NHlocal]

@@hiimchad 😎👊

[@tezzrterry7485]

The Brembo is a nice unit, I have one on a Suzuki. The bleeder nipple is a great feature, not many bikes have that. Just a tip for racing, take the calipers apart and clean out the old fluid behind the pistons. Bleeding doesn't replace much of it, and brake fluid wears out pretty quickly. Good luck racing.

[@hiimchad]

It is indeed! I appreciate the tip. I've been routinely flushing the fluid and cleaning the pistons between race weekends, and the brakes have great well so far!

[@aldo5658]

Thank you so much, doing most, if not all work as much as I can on my 04 zx6r . Just bought my upgraded master cylinder & lever. Looking fwd to doing my own upgrades !❤

[@Sanfterhund]

You forgot to mention the stickers! One of the most important components.

[@hiimchad]

How could I forget! +10 hp

[@johnnylucid]

Thanks for the content. Keep up the excellent work.

[@hiimchad]

Will do! Always appreciate your support Johnny, hope you're doing well! 🙂✌️

[@lices]

this fits and R6 2008 right? also the stop lights are the same (universal) for every bike ? for my r6 spec

[@joek81981]

Hey I just got the 17 RCS corsa corta for my bike and this video is just what I wanted to see. Basically the same thing. The bike is reeeeally new, and there's no other bikes quite like it right now, so I'm kinda winging it. And talking to Brembo themselves is actually kinda difficult. Google will help you translate, fyi. They said 17mm for mine, which makes sense after hearing them out. The res and bracket, believe it or not, was my issue, and reason for finding the video. Good shit, sir!

[@joek81981]

I don't even wanna say what my issue was, btw. Its dadgum embarrassing. lolol

[@hiimchad]

We all make mistakes! No shame in that, especially when you're trying to do it yourself and blaze the trail! Glad you found this helpful, and appreciate the kind words. 🙂✌️

[@conradicalized]

despite the intro, it only JUST clocked for me that your youtube user name is "Hi, I'm Chad" all lowercased. no spaces...instead of "HIM CHAD", all lowercased, no spaces. Always just figured you'd picked a YT name based on caveman english.

[@hiimchad]

For what it’s worth, you’re not the first person to think that 😂🤣😂 No caveman English here, just lazy capitalization 🫠

[@AntiPlatitude]

I want one so bad!

[@hiimchad]

I would say it's well worth the money! Once the fluid is up to temp, it's incredibly consistent. Definitely frightened myself the first time I went for the brakes hard though. 😅 I had a feeling for it after just a few sessions.

[@claragonzalezdiaz1967]

Hi Chad,i want buy a brembo pr 19x18 for mi daytona,to use it on track and street.its ok the 19x18 or better 19x20 for track and street.Thanks :)

[@hiimchad]

Personally I would recommend the 19RCS over the 19x18 or 19x20. As I understand it, the ratio click system enables you to switch between 18 and 20 ratios, effectively giving you performance similar to either the 19x18 or 19x20, depending on the setting chosen. I use my 19RCS with the 18 setting, as the 20 setting causes the lever to require much more force to pull.

[@deagleusp]

Hi! Can you tell me how much torque the reservoir bolts have? thanks!

[@hiimchad]

Hi! I can't remember off the top of my head. Are you looking for torque for the bolts that holt the reservoir to the perch?

[@Supersaiyanwolf]

Are you using brembo stylema 100mm for this bike ?

[@hiimchad]

Nope! It has the original Brembo M4 calipers.

[@hks071]

I m so annoyed. The rubber seal on the cap is missing on mine. It was leaking fluid everywhere on my fairing. So pissed off.

[@hiimchad]

Sorry to hear! Did you contact Brembo or the retailer you purchased it from?