Besides looks, whats the point of braided control cables?
Do they really help or r they just for show ?

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90% show - some claim they help with braking as the brake fluid, in theory, can't expand the cable and all the pressure goes to the brake capilers. I've never seen much difference in this respect myself.

 

what he said nice bike evo80

 

Braking feels a little more "solid" with braided lines.

 

Brake lines yes, cables 100% show, no performance improvement. Although most are covered with a vinyl coating, if it wears thru the braid will wear the hell out of paint and chrome.
They are pretty though!

 

Just for Show is what I've heard. identical to the stock.

 

'08 models now have 'braided cabels' wrapped in black vinyl.
Those diamond back things are an exterior braid for looks, I'm sure the exterior wears better than the vinyl. I would think the inside would wear =. ?