Race Bike Front Brake Lines

[SAB]

Why do some race bikes have the front brake lines routed in front of the fork legs? Just curious.

[boloson]

some are 2 from the mc & some are 1 & split down the line

[union]

I guess since my bike is in the photo Ill comment. The reason we do it is to keep the lines away from the tire and wheels. With the fender on the chances of the line getting snagged is low. However in racing anything can happen. Ive broken fenders and Ive raced without a fender. The forks act as a guide to keep the lines away from the wheel especially during braking. If you have the extra length its the way to go.

[SVRACER01]

you have no choice. the master cyl is in front of the forks and that where SS lines come from.

[union]

you have no choice. the master cyl is in front of the forks and that where SS lines come from.

Not true. You can easily wrap it around the inside and over the back of the fender. Its normal stock routing on most bikes and easier to do since it requires less overall length from the line.