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Old 08-10-19, 01:18 PM
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Questions about Shimano Hydraulic Brake Hose

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The difference between Shimano SM-BH59 and SM-BH90 hydraulic brake hose? My understanding is that BH59 hose has a smaller ID than BH90. Is this correct? Any other differences?

An online source for Shimano hydraulic brake hose by the foot, specifically the BH59 version? I can get kits with fittings but would like to buy several feet of it for a project and to have some in reserve. Called and visited every LBS in the area and they either don't have it or seem to not want to be bothered helping DIY customers.


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The BH90 is actually the smaller ID, for more pressure, I assume?

BH59 or BH-90: Which insert do I need? @ Epic Bleed Solutions

Worldwide Cyclery has bulk rolls (10M) of both the BH90 and the BH59. If you wanna just buy by the foot, a local shop would likely be the way to go. Though I would imagine $5+ per foot.
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Thank you!

That chart is great.
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Originally Posted by TimothyH
Does anyone know...

The difference between Shimano SM-BH59 and SM-BH90 hydraulic brake hose? My understanding is that BH59 hose has a smaller ID than BH90. Is this correct? Any other differences?

An online source for Shimano hydraulic brake hose by the foot, specifically the BH59 version? I can get kits with fittings but would like to buy several feet of it for a project and to have some in reserve. Called and visited every LBS in the area and they either don't have it or seem to not want to be bothered helping DIY customers.


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I believe it's the other way around. They require different barbed inserts. One type is silver, the other brass coloured, but I don't remember off the top of my head which is what.
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