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« on: October 11, 2017, 07:52:54 AM »

Hi. This is my first post to the forum. I don't currently own a Monster, but I'm in the looking. Heading into winter, I think I'll be able to find a decent deal.

I've found a couple of good deals on 620 Darks. They need a bit of cosmetic cleanup, which I'm fine with.

Two things that I'm curious about are - how hard is it to upgrade a dark to dual front disc brakes?  Are the mounts for the disc and caliper already there, or does it basically require a new front end? Are there conversion kits out there, or can I just buy a used right caliper and disc?

Also, do fuel tanks from any other models fit the 620?

I did a bunch of searching on both of these items, but couldn't find a lot of information.

Thanks for any help!
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« Reply #1 on: October 11, 2017, 08:04:24 AM »

Welcome!

The mounts for the caliper are there. You'll also need to replace the master. The dual discs require a larger piston.

I'm not aware of any 'kit'.

The tank situation depends on whether it's steel or plastic.
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« Reply #2 on: October 11, 2017, 08:13:46 AM »

Thanks for the reply ducpainter.

Are the mounts for the disc also there, or does it require a new rim. The years I'm looking at have steel tanks.
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« Reply #3 on: October 11, 2017, 09:17:40 AM »

The wheel is the same.
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« Reply #4 on: October 11, 2017, 10:48:01 AM »

Yep, you will need a caliper, lines and a 16mm. master.  IMO, unless you are putting the bike on the track the single disk is more than sufficient with the added benefit of reduced unsprung weight.  Try a nice set of HH pads and fresh brake fluid first.
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