Brake/Clutch fluid
Posted: Thu Mar 13, 2014 8:30 pm
Author: weaver
is DOT 5 compatible with our older bikes,and is it correct it doesnt damage paintwork?
Posted: Thu Mar 13, 2014 9:24 pm
Author: andyb1962
Good Q !
Posted: Thu Mar 13, 2014 9:33 pm
Author: steve bowdler
Yes but would not mix dots , not as aggresive but would not leave it on paintwork , thats my opinion

Posted: Thu Mar 13, 2014 9:45 pm
Author: Al
5 is silicone and not compatible with other DOT numbers.
In a new system that has never had other DOT fluids in it it may be OK if the system was designed for it!
It does not harm paintwork.
http://www.opieoils.co.uk/pdfs/tech-art ... lained.pdf
AL