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1973 Honda CB500K Brake & Clutch Repair Planning

On a 1973 Honda CB500K, the front disc, rear drum and clutch each need their own repair plan. Start with the worn assembly, then list its service parts. A friction-material set, cable and hydraulic rebuild item supply very different pieces.

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Magura universal front master cylinder assembly 13mm

Magura Universal Front Master Cylinder Assembly ~ 13mm

$259.00 USD
08-0250
Build a custom front brake setup with this Magura Universal Front Brake Master Cylinder. Features a 13mm piston diameter, 12mm stroke, and a threaded...
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1973 Honda CB500K · Brake & Clutch Buying guide

Separate braking friction, hydraulics and clutch control

Use the fitted brake and clutch equipment to identify the repair. The front pad package contains two pads and the rear drum package two shoes. A clutch cable renews the control connection; it does not renew the internal clutch stack.

Parts to consider

Honda CB Front Friction Pad Set ~ Replaces 45105-323-023 Two-piece front disc pad packageTwo Kevlar pads for the compatible front caliper, with stated shapes of 52 x 20 mm and 52 x 12.8 mm.View part 1971-78 Honda CB550 / CB500 Rear Friction Shoe Set ~ Replaces 43120-283-670 Matched pair of rear drum shoesTwo rear shoes are supplied under Honda reference 43120-283-670 for the listed drum-brake application.View part 1971-73 Honda CB500K Clutch Cable ~ Replaces 22870-323-020 CB500K clutch control cableOne Japanese-made cable cross-references 22870-323-020. Lever, adjusters and release hardware are separate.View part

Related parts: Service kit for a compatible front master cylinder · Replacement front caliper piston

Identify the system before building the order

Pads and shoes act at different ends of the braking system, while hoses and piston seals address hydraulic parts. Inspect the actual worn components instead of treating a two-piece friction set as a comprehensive brake rebuild. Keep separate hydraulic service requirements visible in the order.

Distinguish a clutch control fault from stack wear

The cable is one control component. The clutch plate listings instead specify individual pieces, with seven friction plates and six steel Plate B discs for the listed 1973 CB500K. Those quantities are separate from the four-piece spring set. Inspect the release mechanism and installed stack before choosing the repair.

Common questions

What should identify the front pad package on a modified brake?

Compare the two stated pad shapes, 52 x 20 mm and 52 x 12.8 mm, with the fitted caliper’s locating features. One package supplies both pads for one compatible front caliper. Confirm the assembly rather than selecting from motorcycle year alone.

How can I distinguish a compatible master-cylinder kit from an assembly order?

The internal kit references Honda 45530-377-305 for one compatible front cylinder. Match the existing cylinder before ordering. A replacement assembly has its own piston specification, and the rebuild kit is not described as providing a new body or brake lever.

Which complete clutch plate counts apply to the listed 1973 application?

The CB500K friction listing specifies seven plates; the 1972–73 steel Plate B listing specifies six under 22321-KA4-700. Each plate is individually supplied. Compare the engine and fitted clutch stack before ordering those counts if major components have been changed.

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