December 25, 201312 yr I`ve bled brakes for years without using the syringe. (I have several, but usually don`t bother.) I use a 3 ft long clear hose straight out the nipple over the fender into a container to catch it. The 18inch rise over the fender seems to help draw the air out of the system. In fact I did two Sherco`s this way just yesterday. Just trying to give another way for this young man to get the job done! You just have to keep on eye on the reservoir from going dry and closing the nipple and pumping to check pressure after air escapes. That is why you must use clear hose. Good Luck.
December 25, 201312 yr I`ve bled brakes for years without using the syringe. (I have several, but usually don`t bother.) I use a 3 ft long clear hose straight out the nipple over the fender into a container to catch it. The 18inch rise over the fender seems to help draw the air out of the system. In fact I did two Sherco`s this way just yesterday. Just trying to give another way for this young man to get the job done! You just have to keep on eye on the reservoir from going dry and closing the nipple and pumping to check pressure after air escapes. That is why you must use clear hose. Good Luck. Cool idea, the long hose would probably help maintain a constant, low level, vacuum in the line and aid removal of trapped air. As we all know, it only takes a very small air bubble to make the rear brake feel spongy. Jon
December 25, 201312 yr And I would add to the above , besides ensuring freeplay in the linkage , use slow strokes on the lever and give it a second to fill on each pump . I've seen folks work their lever or pedal as fast as they can and only make matters worse by turning a air pocket into foam .... And sometimes just walk away from it for ten minutes , and it will mysteriously bleed real easy when everything settles . Patience is the key , Good luck and merry christmas
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