Crunchy Motorcycle Brake Lever Solution

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7 жыл бұрын

If you haven't experienced this problem yet, it is just a matter of time before you do. Here I show you how to lube your brake lever properly to avoid the "crunchy pull" feel of your brake lever. This maintenance tip is extremely simple and it is amazing how often it is neglected. You will be amazed at how much this changes the way your brake system functions. Simple and effective.. ENJOY!
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@izzysalamon8528 Жыл бұрын

Hi, I just wanted to say thank you for taking time to make this video about the crunchy brake lever I actually took it to the Honda dealership and the guy said oh that's normal. So I've had the bike for 6 months and I've been riding it that way feeling very unsafe every time I have to stop Now I Fixed it thanks to you. Feels like a whole different bike.

@TheMotorcycleMD Жыл бұрын

It’s the little things! 👌🏻👌🏻 Glad you were able to smooth that out!

@dbest1aVlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Your videos = helping many that don't understand what should be done when you take your bike for service.. Thank you ..

@classicsalted 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks a ton man!! I ran around a lot asking different people why my brake behaved so and the service center sked me to replace the master cylinder! After watching you're video I tried it out and my brakes are better than ever! I can't thank you enough. Instantly subbed. Will share the video with my buddies!

@TreyCoursey 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I got my used bike about about 8 months ago...I was beginning to feel like my front brakes needed to be bled or something. Sticky and spongy. Turns out it was just this! Super easy fix and now on my list of things to keep up on. Thanks for sharing your videos and knowledge. Take care.

@nrdbomber Жыл бұрын

Thank for showing us this! My ride home last night was horrible because of trying to brake smoothly and quickly, with a notchy, dry brake lever pivot. This did the trick and now it feels great again!

@kristofwanderer1 5 жыл бұрын

My Vulcan does this and I was asking around last week about the issue and here it is. Thank for the video!

@philspaces7213 5 жыл бұрын

who gives this a thumbs down? you nailed it rite on the head when you said " because we do it professionally" thanks for this, i really would never have thought this to be a part of maintenance

@PTReDaLeRtPT 6 жыл бұрын

At last, I figured the issue. Many times I had this problem during long range motorcycle trips. A lot of WD40 and chain lube solved it. But, now, it's properly dismantled, cleaned and lubed on my DL650A and PCX125i. Both brake and clutch levers. Thanks a lot!

@morganminamyer3117 Жыл бұрын

really enjoy your videos, I just got a 2009 vtx 1300r and your videos help me a lot. Thanks

@bbigdog2243 7 жыл бұрын

Gonna do this when I get home today. I have been having this "notched brake lever" problem for a couple of months. Bought the bike from my brother, bled the brakes thinking that was the problem, but now I know the real reason. Thanks so much for the great content!!

@simmtron 10 ай бұрын

This video just came up on my feed, and just saved me time going to the mechanic. My front brake leaver would compress then stick and them I would have to squeeze hard to apply the brake, unsafe . Took leaver off cleaned and lubed and now like new. Thanks.

@jonwalwick2517 4 жыл бұрын

My 2002 Suzuki Bandit just started doing this and your fix was right on the money. Disassembly, clean and grease only took 10 minutes and I did the clutch lever while I was at it. Thanks for your help, I was afraid it was something more serious.

@tiberiudumitrescu5237 6 жыл бұрын

Awsome content man. I just found your channel and i already seen half of your content. You realy know what to film and how to explain. Keep up the good work and i say Hi from Romania, Europe.

@hustlerkc11 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video man, ur video is the only one I could find on this issue. I'm currently having this issue and wasn't sure how to go about it but now I do. Thanks and keep up the good work.

@yveslegrand9826 11 ай бұрын

The simplest things are the most neglected. This video is awesome for this reason: thank you !

@georgesteffens7489 Жыл бұрын

Cody thanks again for your great content! I have a red twin to the bike in this video. I would not have described my front brake as crunchy or notchy, but I did this procedure anyway and darn it’s smooth as butter now. Great tip!!

@enhinyerorider5914 2 жыл бұрын

Your video just fixed another bike’s brakes today. Thanks for this video!

@dvsmotions 7 жыл бұрын

Always the coolest and most useful tips. I've never seen anyone do videos like these. Real world maintenance tips. Now just waiting for every other part on the bike. ;-)

@marcharper6982 2 жыл бұрын

Just like to say thankyou my sh125 back break lever was making that sound i did what you said it worked a treat many thanks

@carsongifford754 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video, worked perfectly for me! Was having the "crunchy" feel for a few weeks and couldn't describe it quite right to get any other answers online. This video was a godsend haha. Cheers man, keep up the great videos!

@xIronMikex 4 жыл бұрын

Im 2 yrs late, but thank you so much for making these videos. This one helped me out

@juanjerez9465 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the info and easy fix. My bike was hit and my lever broke. Bought some on eBay but could not find Matt finish. But needed it asap

@muratagus4855 9 ай бұрын

Watching half way through your video I have fixed the problem on my honda sh125cc Thank youuuuuuu

@veselinkashilski7890 3 жыл бұрын

Man i had that problem with the brake lever and i'm really thankful for your videos! It is possible that you have saved my life! I made a videos before and after.. If you want them i can send it any time.

@GlobalAssJr 2 ай бұрын

I've been worried for a while about my brake lever situation, not being able to come up with anything that would explain it other than a cylinder rebuild. Thanks alot!

@FRJ1982 Жыл бұрын

Dude, just did this to my bike...what a world of difference 👍👍 good sh!t brotha, thanks!!

@pats.9063 7 жыл бұрын

I can tell your an excellent mechanic, thanks for sharing your knowledge with us.

@TheMotorcycleMD 7 жыл бұрын

+Pat S. you are more than welcome Pat. Ride safe

@fireking99 7 күн бұрын

DUDE!!!!!! My NC700X DCT front brake lever is SOOOOO crunchy! Thanks for putting out this video

@npzninja Жыл бұрын

that's exactly what mine is doing now, thanks brother.

@michaelggriffiths 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent! You saved me a ton of money!! Many thanks!

@po_kielichu_ 4 жыл бұрын

You just saved me a master cylinder replacement and a couple hundert bucks :D thank you :D and that was a very nice, short, informative video :)

@bobn2276 2 жыл бұрын

DUDE!! This was super simple (once I saw your video) and made a HUGE difference! TY!!!

@TheMotorcycleMD 2 жыл бұрын

🤘🏻🤘🏻

@bmcc4865 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Exactly what I needs to fix my isssue!

@louiswhite1445 6 жыл бұрын

Great instructional video. You just saved me some cash. Thanks for taking the time out to help others.

@TheMotorcycleMD 6 жыл бұрын

Killer!

@donspencer7795 7 жыл бұрын

Once again, great advice and video! Thanks Cody.

@TheMotorcycleMD 7 жыл бұрын

Don Spencer 🤙🤙

@peteacevedo3822 7 жыл бұрын

Great Vid, and great tip!! Ra into this a couple of times but not anymore.

@maddogmorgan1 4 жыл бұрын

OMFG!!! Thanks so much for this! Just bought a 2nd hand GS500 that would do this like crazy, brakes would start to come on then BAM!! Just got back from doing this and problem solved!

@eldenlestergonzales1303 4 жыл бұрын

Thank God I found this video, Thank you for making this remedy!

@user-ls7yx9cr6r 7 ай бұрын

Thanks alot,mine doing the exact same wil definitely try it

@Danielaragon1251 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, this was driving me nuts!

@rutheniumguy5686 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much.... so simple!

@anxiousfpv Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!!! This fixed mines issue❤️❤️

@christophersato3623 5 жыл бұрын

muito obrigado, tenho uma titan 150 2012 e ficava louco também com isso, o problema começou quando eu desmontei limpei e lavei todo o sistema, ou seja, tirei toda a lubrificação desse ponto e depois de me deixar louco esse problema percebi que fazendo força para apertar o manete e empurrar ele para baixo diminuía o problema que deve ser pelo manete esfregar e escorregar nesse ponto. Faz todo sentido pq o ponto do manete não vai acompanhar o movimento reto do cilindro mestre pois está apoiado num pino que faz o movimento ser rotativo. Muito obrigado. Nunca mais vou esquecer isso.

@hakunamatata324 6 жыл бұрын

You just saved my day. My brake lever is a real sh*t. I went to camping and I got dust everywhere in my bike. You explained very clear what has to be done! Thanks a lot.

@TheMotorcycleMD 6 жыл бұрын

+Whisley Santos Very welcome!!🤙🤙

@kevinstreet5709 5 жыл бұрын

Great video, sometimes we forget these things

@jacobdad2742 4 жыл бұрын

HOLY CRAP THANK YOU. My front break was driving me insane. After doing this though, my front break is like brand new again.

@toddbransky4933 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I have this issue on my Goldwing.

@CHIBA280CRV 7 жыл бұрын

Hmmm first video of yours I have seen and I'm hooked " . Fantastic thanks

@JDnBeastlet 5 жыл бұрын

Great tip. Thanks Cody.

@tomhan 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you , exactly what i was looking for

@gigio19g18 7 жыл бұрын

just found your videos bro they're awesome helping a whole lot I love them

@TheMotorcycleMD 7 жыл бұрын

+leonardo mar This is awesome to hear man. Glad you find the content valuable

@thomaslipscomb5977 6 жыл бұрын

Cody thanks for the tips!

@thisguyfromyoutubesaid1537 3 жыл бұрын

Great video thanks

@claytonselfridge7518 3 жыл бұрын

Great advice

@user-zb5oo6so2i 10 ай бұрын

Great video great tips

@kemitchell 7 жыл бұрын

These basics matter so much. Even if it seems simple, it's worth reminding to focus on it. I rebuilt caliper and master cylinder on a 79 CB650 to try and improve brake feel. Probably 80% of the improvement I got was from uncrudding and greasing the shoulder screw! The clearance issue with the throttle lines made me think about cabinet screwdrivers. They're shaped differently, without the flare of the standard "keystone" drivers. If you can sight a straight line to the slot, you can get there with a cabinet screwdriver. Good to have a set. A small one is great for carb work, too, especially if you grind down the tip so it seats better in flat slots of jets and adjustment screws. It's basically the same as a gunsmith turnscrew, but anything "gunsmith" is crazy expensive, while even the house brands at ACE and elsewhere do cabinet drivers.

@TheMotorcycleMD 7 жыл бұрын

+Kyle Mitchell 👌 good info, I definitely have made some "special drivers" that I ground down for specific applications.

@QbalaMusic 4 жыл бұрын

AWESOME. Thank you so much!

@DirtBikeDaryl 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome... Solved my issue... Thanks, bro!

@RidingWithGerdas 4 жыл бұрын

Oh man I needed this.. Going to do this on my Fazer. Idea for a video cleaning brake calipers?

@jameshamilton5849 4 жыл бұрын

I did this using Syl Glide brake grease. Nice results!

@richardedwards2463 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@stevencardona6492 5 жыл бұрын

I have a 2006 Vulcan 900 it was doing the same thing Del"sboy mention that I would have moisture in the brake fluid I bled the brake fluid it did get better but it was still there I tried your method and it went away it is smooth I believe that it was a combination of the two... Thank you for the tip

@maximianodelosreyesjr.8411 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Man for the Info!!! Keep it up!!!

@davidbicking2626 7 жыл бұрын

Lol this video went up on my birthday. Same day i got my rm 125 with this problem. I almost rebuilt my master cylinder. Thanks for the video and keep up the good work. Very nice videos

@TheMotorcycleMD 7 жыл бұрын

+David Bicking Happy birthday man! Consider it my gift to you! 🤙🤙

@jamessmillie5417 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Cody , just subscribe and info very helpful ,I learn more by watching

@st4849 5 жыл бұрын

Great video! I have the exact same issue on by CBF600SA. I just want to say that it is truly dangerous. Strangely enough it started happening pretty suddenly and it took me a day or two to realize why I became clumsy in slow maneuvers. Can't wait to get home and sort it out after work!

@st4849 5 жыл бұрын

I just did the maintenance and it's like new brakes now. I didn't have steel wool so I used kerosene and a microfiber cloth to clean the parts before applying grease.

@heavenwalker358 7 жыл бұрын

great attention to detail like always......

@TheMotorcycleMD 7 жыл бұрын

+Heaven Walker 🤙

@LookingGlass69 7 жыл бұрын

lol trophy wife

@TheMotorcycleMD 7 жыл бұрын

+LookingGlassProject Yea man! 🤙

@KLP99 6 жыл бұрын

TheMotorcycleMD Has she ever been in a video? Half Insane Outdoor Guy has a trophy wife who's never been in a video of his.. I know because he's someone I know. Same with This Old Man 1955...

@fly69doc 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome dude! Will it work on my suzuki c90 2005? I have the same problem

@Blimpdawg 4 жыл бұрын

thx man!

@cb750k1974 5 жыл бұрын

A gun barrel brush, not sure what caliber size, will also work to clean out that pivot bolt hole. Great video! Thanks!

@joshuajohnson8922 5 жыл бұрын

I tried a .35 caliber gun barrel brush, and it just barely fit.

@carolinayamadawg8706 3 жыл бұрын

use a bore snake

@cavemenproductions2682 2 жыл бұрын

not the hero we deserved, but the hero we needed.

@asawch4turbo 7 жыл бұрын

Great video. We need all the tips we can get riding up in Manitoba at freezing temps.

@TheMotorcycleMD 7 жыл бұрын

Al Sawatzky whew! Be careful out there brother! Glad I can pass some knowledge your way! 🤙👊👍

@asawch4turbo 7 жыл бұрын

The motorcycle MD. love riding in the USA. The roads are much better. We only live 8miles from the border so we scoot down often. To cold right now. Take care, c u on the hyway.

@KibberShuriq Жыл бұрын

Note that the round pusher part of the lever you're greasing is in constant contact with the piston's rubber boot, which may or may not be able to withstand marine grease (or some other grease). For my bike, Yamaha recommends silicone grease in this joint. My suggestion is to check your manufacturer's recommendation as well. Also, if the lever was subjected to some serious neglect and that round pusher part has a flat spot on it, it may make sense to reprofile it using a fine file and then polish.

@ringomayhem 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video!! Subbed!

@TheMotorcycleMD 7 жыл бұрын

+Joes World awesome thanks man!

@theresonly1truth138 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you dear that was the most awful experience with my brakes

@DavidM2002 4 жыл бұрын

If you can find brass wool ( I find it at boating stores ) use that instead of steel wool. Bits of steel wool can embed themselves and will eventually start to rust. Even a Scotchbrite pad would be preferred to steel wool

@ZippoVarga 7 жыл бұрын

Happy Wife, Happy Life. Excellent "That's Free" Tips Cody! Cheers Brother! Zip~

@TheMotorcycleMD 7 жыл бұрын

+ZippoVarga 🤙🤙 thanks brother

@benjaminlim8759 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so so much! You might have just save a life one day

@TheMotorcycleMD 7 жыл бұрын

Benjamin Lim 🤙🤙👊👍

@Addy29plus5 6 жыл бұрын

Fantastic + subscribed

@kezug 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. I used a little bit of PB Blaster Penetrating lithium grease on the rubber bushing as it was crusty (from sitting outside all summer) on my recently acquired 07 Sabre. I then wiped that off to clean it and left a little bit of the grease behind to keep rubber bushing from drying. I then took off the lever as you show and cleaned it up (I used alittle bit of brake cleaner on a rag, but probably didnt need to do that). I then added Sil-Glyde at the same locations you put your blue grease. I hope the products I used is OK. I am never sure of what to use where. So many products. Wish I had asked my dad (a mechanic of 40+ years) when he was alive, but I was too busy being an ass. I grew up and miss him terribly so. So, was my method and use of products OK? If not, please suggest the grease and proper cleaner for the rubber bushing on the push pin. Thank you again for taking the time to help us all out.

@jeevespreston 6 жыл бұрын

I have a 2004 Shadow, and was experiencing the same stuttering brakes you described. Color me skeptical, but I didn’t think this small maint could cause such a huge improvement!! WoW!! Bike now brakes like new. I was thinking rotors, caliper, pads, etc., but just a few cents worth of grease did the job. Thank you!!!!

@TheMotorcycleMD 6 жыл бұрын

🤙🤙🤙

@Daschickenify 5 жыл бұрын

I hate notchy levers, didn't think it had anything to do with the pad though. I thought it was all in the pivot! Definitely going to have to go back and do it right.

@bmwgeek 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! I picked up a '93 cb750 nighthawk in april with 2600 original miles on it, even had the original tires! I've been noticing recently that the brake lever was a little crunchy when I squeeze it hard at a stop light and it was starting to bug me. Was wondering what it could be considering I flushed all the old nasty brake fluid out of it. Gonna have to give this a shot over the weekend, thanks!

@TheMotorcycleMD 6 жыл бұрын

+Sebastian S Awesome man!! I think you will like the outcome of this simple trick!! Ride safe!!

@andreirubertrodrigues 2 жыл бұрын

A graxa não prejudica a vida útil da borracha do cilindro do freio?

@TrickRacing 3 жыл бұрын

What is the best type of grease to use for these levers? Any waterproof grease? What brand is that

@annekerr2150 5 ай бұрын

Do you have any tips for a wobly break handle? Its not crunchy it vibrates. .. just curious...thank you 😊

@spectreactual2204 25 күн бұрын

Oh man too much like work. :)

@jimmykelly2809 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome exactly what I was looking for! Was banging my head on the wall trying to figure out what the fuck was going on on the Busa. Thanks

@charvisgl 5 жыл бұрын

What about a loose front brake lever. Keep the light on I have a Hawk 250 any advice

@kizalub 7 жыл бұрын

Would chain wax do the job instead of grease?

@ZevWunder 5 жыл бұрын

Good videos ive been watching lately coz i have a 97 shadow ive been working with for a few years i got it looking pretty tough everybody likes it better than my harley and wants to buy it, anyway this year gas is shooting out of the crankcase breather as to before it used to pull from it and i had a filter at the end toward the bottom under the bike. so i rejet the carbs last year and had it running good .i wasnt getting a start this year sounds like it needed gas i just re cleaned them this year and the gas was thrusting out the breather hose. idky it wasnt before., any thoughts you may have will be appreciated and also i dont use a fuel pump it was giving problems so i had it running straight., so you think i might have changed the mechanics of the motor and now its mis behaving coz this is wierd to me now, thanks man if you took out time to read my story. i would do the same and try to help anybody i f i can

@caseyw.8325 4 жыл бұрын

gun barrel cleaner tools would work, right?

@caseyw.8325 4 жыл бұрын

waterproof grease.... is that what I search for to order?

@domagojJugovic Ай бұрын

I just fixed this on my v-strom 650 XT , was driving me mad for a few days.

@atruefreethinker1944 4 жыл бұрын

TROPHY WIFE!!!!! that is taken as a compliment I hope.

@TheRosko33 6 жыл бұрын

does he do vids on od bikes like mykz1000ltd 77

@camronmoz2662 Жыл бұрын

Minez are frozen in place on my k3 suzuki help plz

@nlee5034 3 ай бұрын

I swapped out my stock levers (2012 Phantom), and the new brake lever, has a lot more play in it. And, it goes almost all the way back to the throttle, if I grip really hard (not running). While running, the lever goes twice as far in, as it did with the stock levers. Is there anything I can do to remedy this?

@toddman2364 2 жыл бұрын

Holy dirty pivot screw Batman! But seriously thanks for the video. I just about gave up trying to figure out on my own and was going to pay my Honda shop their hourly rate to diagnose, evaluate and violate me.