Magnum Shielding

About Magnum Shielding

Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Pittsford, New York, Magnum Shielding Corporation has spent more than four decades perfecting the craft of braided motorcycle control cables and brake lines. What began as a focused mission to deliver the highest-quality matching braided components has grown into one of the most respected names in the Harley-Davidson performance aftermarket. The company's reputation is built not just on premium materials, but on the philosophy that every cable and line on your bike should look and perform as a cohesive, matched set.

Magnum Shielding's standing in the industry is underscored by a long-running relationship with the Harley-Davidson Motor Company itself — the brand has served as a Tier-1 Supplier to Harley-Davidson Parts & Accessories since 1992. Every product leaves the facility backed by an ISO 9001-based quality management system, and Magnum's engineering team relies on in-house 3D/CAD technology to take products from concept to production entirely under one roof.

Signature Product Lines

Magnum Shielding's catalog centers on a handful of distinctive braid styles that give riders the ability to customize their machine's look without sacrificing function. The flagship Sterling Chromite II® line features a patented braid and weave engineered to mimic the look of chrome, wrapped in a crystal-clear, non-yellowing outer jacket that protects surrounding paintwork. The Black Pearl line offers a deep, jet-black braided aesthetic — popular on blacked-out builds — while the KARBONFIBR series delivers a carbon-fiber-inspired pattern with polished black chrome fittings. All braid colors and weave patterns are matched across cables and lines within each series, so every component on the bike presents a unified, custom appearance.

Brake line construction goes beyond basic stainless steel. Magnum builds its lines around PTFE inner tubing reinforced with DuPont™ Kevlar® aramid fiber, a material that surpasses stainless steel in tensile strength and dramatically reduces line expansion under hard braking — a critical factor in consistent brake feel. Both ABS and non-ABS DOT-compliant configurations are available, covering Touring, Softail, Dyna, Sportster, and Trike models.

Cables Built for Riders Who Demand More

Beyond brake hydraulics, Magnum Shielding's expertise extends deeply into motorcycle control cables. Their clutch cables are engineered to the same matching-braid standard, ensuring that the clutch side of the handlebar complements the rest of the bike's cable system. For riders who want complete system coordination, multi-purpose control cables — including throttle and idle cables — are available across the same signature braid families. Magnum also produces cruise control cables for touring riders who spend long miles on the highway and need reliable, smooth cable action over the long haul.

Complementing all of these cable products, Magnum's brake hydraulic hose and line assemblies serve as the centerpiece of any brake system upgrade — delivering DOT-compliant, performance-grade hydraulic lines that meet the demands of both daily riders and dedicated enthusiasts. Whether you are refreshing factory components or building a custom with extended forks and custom bars, Magnum Shielding offers both pre-assembled kits and Build-Your-Own (BYO) options so fitment is never a compromise.

Why Riders Choose Magnum Shielding

• Over four decades of focused expertise in braided motorcycle cables and brake lines
• Tier-1 OEM supplier to Harley-Davidson Parts & Accessories since 1992
• ISO 9001-based quality management with in-house 3D/CAD engineering
• DOT-compliant ABS and non-ABS brake line options across all major H-D model families
• Kevlar® aramid fiber construction for superior tensile strength and reduced line expansion
• Multiple braid styles (Sterling Chromite II®, Black Pearl, KARBONFIBR, Polished Stainless) with perfectly matched cables and lines
• Pre-assembled kits and Build-Your-Own (BYO) options for stock and alternative fitments