EP:3A Ducati Multistrada Brakes and Brembo Brake Pad LA, SA, SC, SR and SP compounds & maintenance

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EP:3A Ducati Multistrada Brakes and Brembo Brake Pad LA, SA, SC, SR and SP compounds & maintenance

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Today we are looking at Ducati Multistrada front brakes, maintenance, problems and Brembo brake pads LA, SA, SP, SC and SR compounds. The Multistrada does have several brake problems, and I hope to cover these in this video along with which Brembo brake pad compound you could fit.
If you are going to service your callipers, below is the piston lubrication product you must use:
Remember, 1 x tube will last you a lifetime.... This is the product i have used for many years. Also... below are the links to purchase the two main Brembo Pads (SA and LA and Rear CC) That I mention in this episode; most are available on Amazon at a very good price: Just click on the link below…
If you live in Europe....
Lubrication for pistons during calliper service: amzn.to/3E7E68D
Pads for Brembo Calipers :
Brembo 07BB19LA (Full Bike Set for Front & Rear CC): amzn.to/3fzXO2G
Brembo 07BB19SA (Front set 2 pairs): amzn.to/3Rv2JiN
If you live in the United Kingdom....
Lubrication for pistons during calliper service: amzn.to/3e02QFi
Pads for Brembo Calipers :
Brembo 07BB19LA (Full Bike Set for Front & Rear CC): amzn.to/3RojImQ
Brembo 07BB19SA (Full Bike Set for Front & Rear CC): amzn.to/3LXCwrX
This is the third video in a series about buying and ownership of a Ducati Multistrada and my personal long-term experience over 3 years and 20,000 km.
Part 3B, which will be about the rear brakes and rear brake pedal adjustment, which Brembo pads you can fit and looking at the various types of brakefluid, will be uploaded next week.
I hope to upload 1 or 2 new videos each week during this first season, so please Subscribe and press the Bell notification button (This will help the channel grow and develop) and of course you will be notified when the next episode is uploaded. Thank-You... Carl
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@savas6066 5 ай бұрын

what a great source of information for Ducati Multistrada owners. I have 2014 Multistrada 1200S version and every single word of advice you give here is really invaluable ! Thanks a lot.

@justthewayitis 5 ай бұрын

Hi Savas, you’re very welcome 🙏 the 2014 1200S is a great bike and very capable. Best wishes Carl

@BrianJohnson-bs9cw 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info on servicing the calipers the grease works a treat couldn't believe how they were not moving together and very difficult to move What a difference thanks again.

@justthewayitis 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Brian, great to hear your news that you fixed the problem. I imagine the brakes feel great now. 👍

@gokcemuratozaydn799 Жыл бұрын

thank you very much once again, you're a very good instructor.. Bestest from Istanbul....

@justthewayitis Жыл бұрын

Hello Gökce 👍 thank you 🙏 have a great weekend. Carl

@markcollins3058 Жыл бұрын

Hey Carl, just wanted to say I really really appreciate your informative, concise videos. So good to listen to someone who knows what they're talking about but then can convey that info in a way that those who aren't that mechanically minded can understand. I am up to number 3 and will be looking out for a twin spark 2013/14 model. Wish me luck. Currently riding a bmw r1200rt and a bit bored so very interested in the multistrada....thanks again Mark

@justthewayitis Жыл бұрын

Hi Mark, good morning. Thankyou for your comments and feedback, this is why I make these episodes to help others owners. And really this is the information I couldn't find when I started looking to buy my multi. Happy hunting finding your 2013/14 year model. best wishes Carl.

@Simon-fm8yc Жыл бұрын

Just did this caliper clean, piston lube, disc deglaze and bleed and my brakes are awesome. Probably as good as they came out of the factory. Great video, thanks.

@justthewayitis Жыл бұрын

Hi Simon that's great news pleased your mission was a success, I think it would be great if more owners did this and can experience the big improvement as you have, thanks for letting me know Best wishes, well done 👍 Carl

@christigallup2423 10 ай бұрын

@@justthewayitis Simple advice on your video, but not spread around much by others. John Wooden, a legendary college basketball coach, was famous for simple instructions that really worked but were hardly mentioned by anybody else and his players appreciated (NBA players followed them also). For example. make sure your socks are not wrinkled inside your sneakers; it could affect your top performance.

@justthewayitis 10 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@Davidg-wu5ur 2 ай бұрын

Brilliant video

@justthewayitis 2 ай бұрын

Thank you David 👍

@johnlemon1595 2 жыл бұрын

great advice for an overview of the brembo pads overall. My 1150 GS uses brembo pads as well, while it is not as fast as the multistrade, the use cases are the same, so this came in just as handy. Will chose the SA whenever i have to change pads

@justthewayitis 2 жыл бұрын

Hi John, welcome to the channel and thank you for sharing. Yes the grade of Brembo pads seems to apply across many bikes. Glad you enjoyed the episode. Best wishes Carl

@jamest5149 Жыл бұрын

Just to add… don’t use copper slip or any copper based anti seize grease with aluminum. It causes galling and corrosion. Permatex aluminum anti seize or similar is the stuff to use when dissimilar metals including aluminum are used. Brake pistons and seals are different as the grease can contaminate the brake fluid so use a suitable grease like the ATE lubricant mentioned. 👍

@justthewayitis Жыл бұрын

Hi James, thank you for the extra information and advice for owners doing maintenance. It's a point everyone should be aware of. Thankyou Carl

@MC71 2 жыл бұрын

That is the reason why I am using the SA pads on my Honda CBR 1000RR 2005 instead the SR pads. For the moment I have still the stock Tokico calipers which I will soon change them into the Brembo HPK GP4-RS in combination with SA Pads.

@justthewayitis 2 жыл бұрын

Hi MC, thank you for sharing your experience too and your choice of pads. I think this will also help other viewers and Brembo pad users. Carl

@crissignori7482 Жыл бұрын

Loving these videos, Carl .... I think I'd sit through an hour and twenty minutes. 😂 Will you be doing a video on how best to clean the motorcycle, with a few basic product suggestions? Also ... Would it not be best to wear mechanic's rubber gloves for this type of service? Thanks for all your efforts.

@justthewayitis Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comments 👍, yes gloves are recommended but for fiming a video I choose not to wear them . Carl

@ibrahimkroglu5484 29 күн бұрын

Good man ❤🎉

@sasapavlicic5730 4 ай бұрын

As usually great video. Can you give a more detail how to perform the freeing off process of calipers? I am concerned about piston free travel on my R1250GS Hayes caliper.

@justthewayitis 4 ай бұрын

Way to difficult and technical to answer your question in a message, perhaps I will make another video about this later in the season. Carl

@ChrisMag100 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting video. I recently bought my 2013 S Touring back, after selling it in 2018. After owning a Streetfighter V4S for 16 months, and also after riding the Multistrada V4S I’m feeling like the brake feel on the Multistrada is not as good as it could be. It’s more lever feel than pad in my opinion. I built a spreadsheet and realized something. My 2011 RSV4 and Streetfighter and all 2015+ Multistradas all have roughly the same hydraulic ratio (28:1). The 2010-2014 Multistrada is 25:1. Another bike with 25:1 - the Superleggera. First thought was to get a RCS17, but there’s no mounting point for the hand guard. Second option is to swap to used M4 calipers which will give you 28:1, but that requires new lines (banjo angle) and 5-6 hours of shop time to bleed the linked brake ABS system. Final option is to get a 2015+ OEM master (16mm) which does have the mounting point, and swap to M50’s or Stylema calipers. Cost range in USD runs between $1200 for new lines, used M4’s and labor to $1800 for the full upgrade.

@justthewayitis 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Chris thank you leaving a comment, once you have decided which route to take, perhaps you will let the Subscribers here on the channel know if it gives you the results your looking for. I for one would be interested. Carl

@ChrisMag100 2 жыл бұрын

@@justthewayitis Hi! I ended up purchasing some lightly-used Stylema calipers off a local who put GP-RX calipers on his Panigale. I ordered the 2016 MTS1200S OEM master from my dealer and the lines will get ordered next week. It'll be a few weeks before the project is complete. I'll let you know the result.

@ChrisMag100 2 жыл бұрын

@@justthewayitis On another note - I had a chance to weigh the stock 2013 cast wheels when my local independent shop swapped them out yesterday. I had a spare V4S Marchesini rear on hand and a found a deal on new OZ Piega front wheel. The OZ front was a couple lbs lighter. OEM was 17lbs vs 15lbs, 2 oz for the OZ, weighed with OEM Brembo brake rotors. The OEM cast rear weighed 12lbs, 13oz. The Marchesini is 8lbs, 1oz. The difference in handling on the ride home was really noticeable. The bike accelerates better and feels lighter, more agile. If I had one mod I could recommend, it'd be to swap the wheels for a lighter forged wheel set, or even rear-only. Rear big-axle 6" forged Ducati rims seem easy to obtain... anything from 1098S wheels to modern-day V4S wheels should bolt right up. Fronts are a bit harder to find at an affordable price. Our Multistrada's share the brake offset with the older models like the 1098/1198. Modern superbikes like the 1299S/V4S have a wider rotor spacing.

@justthewayitis 2 жыл бұрын

I agree about the light weight wheels, if i was going to do just one performance upgrade... it would be the wheels. Several Motorbike review channels have done this upgrade and said it was without doubt the best thing they have done. Carl

@justthewayitis 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Tyler, please let us all know how your conversion works out once your done. Carl

@mordauntbrabner3804 Жыл бұрын

Carl, I learn much from your videos. This video is invaluable in proper break maintenance for my 2017 Multistrada 1200 Enduro. At 18.5 stones and my offensive riding style I am looking for the Brembo SR front pads and CC rear. Not finding them in Texas, USA or online. Others having same problem?

@justthewayitis Жыл бұрын

Brembo do have a USA based online customer contact website. Just goggle Brembo USA … Phone:(734)-468-2100 you start by ringing the guys here they will point you in the right direction 👍

@christigallup2423 10 ай бұрын

Hi Carl, another very informative educational video. Thank you. You mention not to press the brake lever to avoid introducing air into the system. When replacing pads on both cars and bikes, I use a metal clamp to retract the pistons to accommodate the new, thicker pads, while also adjusting the reservoir level. Is this still allowed here? Thanks again.

@justthewayitis 10 ай бұрын

Yes the caliper clamps that push all the pistons back into the calipers uniformly ( at the same time ) are fine to use. Carl

@deleaton4523 3 ай бұрын

Interesting video Carl. How do you extend the pistons to apply the grease without using the brake lever? A thought that I had was to measure the thickness of the disc, measure the thickness of the backing plate on the pad and double that, and then make a wood block of the thickness of the disc plus two times the thickness of the backing plate, insert that into the space in the caliper with the pads removed, and then apply the brake lever. As I write this I realize that if the pistons on one side of the caliper move before those on the other side, the pistons could still pop out. Any suggestions?

@justthewayitis 3 ай бұрын

Your calculation and thoughts are correct, you just need to be careful and slow. I use a clamp to hold any piston or pistons that move first so that the sticking piston or pistons get the opportunity to also extend. Also you can put an old set of pads in while the calliper is still mounted and extend the pistons that way first, then remove pads and calliper and perform cleaning and lubrication, press back in and do the same thing again. Carl

@deleaton4523 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for your quick response; I appreciate that. I think I found more sure way to do what I was thinking. I would make a block as I was suggesting, but add small pieces to each side of it that would fit between the pistons. That way, the pistons would extend without the drama of worrying if one of them would extend to far. This may not extend each one to the fullest extent possible, but I wouldn't have to worry about spilling one of the pistons, and I'd still get to see which pistons are more in need than the other. Thanks for your help. Del

@justthewayitis 3 ай бұрын

Hi Del, good luck with your brake service, it does make a noticeable difference once completed. Enjoy the new feel and performance. Carl

@ExplorerGolf_Official Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the series on the multistrada. I have a 2006 1000 s ds and a new to me 2015 1200 S Touring. I'm a spirited rider with occasional sprints north of 100 mph in open stretches, I love the twisties in wine country and I ride 2 up half the time. I am wondering if the SA pads might be a good fit... I can't seem to figure out if that part number is good for a 2015 model vs the 2010 - 2014? Any feedback would be gratefully received. Thanks Carl!

@justthewayitis Жыл бұрын

Hello good morning. The SA is my favourite Road pad. The part number for the 2015 DVT 1200S is CODE: 07BB37SA I always order mine from here www.omniaracing.net/en/brembo-front-brake-pads-sintered-for-ducati-multistrada-1200s-2015-2017-p-49012.html Directly from Italy, regards Carl Some more details for you below ATTENTION: Each package includes 2 pads for a single caliper, for motorcycles with double front disc it is necessary to order 2 packs. The Sintered SA compound Premium Road line of Brembo brake pads is designed for daily use on the road, the RED pad most loved by motorcyclists. Thanks to its great efficiency in any condition and temperature, it is the perfect alternative to the original equipment pads. With low consumption, they guarantee good durability and long distance. Brembo replacement pads offer an improvement in the safety and performance of the entire brake system respecting full compatibility with the original spare parts and a great ease of installation. Features: Specific for: Ducati Multistrada 1200S 2015>2017 Mounting: Front Pads code: 07BB37.SA Premium Road line color: Red Compound: Sintered Left pad width mm: 102,2 Left pad height mm: 42 Left pad thickness mm: 7,7 Right pad width mm: As left Right pad height mm: As left Right pad thickness mm: As left

@samboles3670 Жыл бұрын

many thanks!

@justthewayitis Жыл бұрын

Hi Sam, your welcome 👍

@adoptednortherner5470 Жыл бұрын

Hi Carl, I’m late to the party here but great vid - thank you! One question though, where are you getting alu oxide 1500 grit from?? At that fine a grade all I’m finding is silicone carbide…

@justthewayitis Жыл бұрын

Hello and welcome and Merry Christmas. No your not late to the party... smile. Well I guess I can thank my father for leaving me many years worth of machine shop parts and equipment. Including quite old metal oxide paper. If you can only get traditional sanding paper that will be good enough, the key thing is to remove the very top 0.25 to 0.5 mm of brake material that will have absorbed contaminants. Best wishes Carl

@justthewayitis Жыл бұрын

Even a 240 or 400 would work, which Amazon have in stock.

@justthewayitis Жыл бұрын

Also, just had a quick look, eBay has 1000 and 1200 grit available to order. Seasons greetings Carl

@adoptednortherner5470 Жыл бұрын

Many thanks and Merry Christmas to you as well!

@justthewayitis Жыл бұрын

👍

@Flinch1235 2 жыл бұрын

Is that an OEM front mudguard extension to protect the front spark plug? Does it serve its purpose?

@justthewayitis 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, good morning yes it is and yes it works well. Carl

@loug6526 Жыл бұрын

Carl, I’m o the fence should I purchase a 2016 1200s. Or a 2019 1260s ? Same miles 4k$ difference. Is the 1260 worth it? Please help

@justthewayitis Жыл бұрын

Hi Lou, that’s not an easy choice!!!, I think I would get the 1200S 2016 and use the saving to pay for tyres and servicing and a trip away. Have you been and tested both yet ? You might feel a pull towards one of them during your test ride. The 1260 is also very nice but not quite the same agility as the earlier version. What is the mileage?

@colinwillaert1961 2 жыл бұрын

Does spraying anything like brake cleaner (for instance bilthamber auto-wheel) on the disks/pads really effect the performance? Btw really nice and interesting video!!

@justthewayitis 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Colin, thank you for the question. Using brake cleaner is completely safe as it is a product that was developed for cleaning your brake Discs and your brake Pads. It removes contamination and any oily residue from the surface of both. Normally when a technician has finished working on your braking system ( let's just say he replaces your brake pads) he would then clean the whole area with brake cleaner but specifically the brake disc, to remove dirt, oil, finger prints which leave oil, and any contamination that might be on the surface of the discs. I hope that helps. Carl

@colinwillaert1961 2 жыл бұрын

@@justthewayitis Hi Carl thanks for your answer. Stupid mistake of me, with brake cleaner I meant wheel cleaner. Sorry about that. So to rephrase the question: Is something like wheel cleaner safe on brake disks (and pads) when cleaning your rims. Thanks a lot!! Btw your previous answer was really helpful aswell!

@justthewayitis 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, no problem smile... yes it's safe to use. But personally I only use Wheel Cleaner on our cars and never use it on our motorbikes. But it's a good question... Carl

@colinwillaert1961 2 жыл бұрын

@@justthewayitis Thanks a lot for the answer!! Cheers👍🏼

@nomaddesign1 2 жыл бұрын

I thought that brake cleaner was VERY bad for brake pads. (?) I thought brake disc cleaner can dissolve the binding agents in brake pads (????) Fine for disks. Bad for seals (and pads).

@mikec.4811 Жыл бұрын

Having installed a new set of brembo sintered on the back, I'm still unable to lock the tire so quickly to produce a skid. Is this normal?

@justthewayitis Жыл бұрын

Hi Mike, just saw your question come in so I can answer quickly. well the ABS is there to stop front and rear wheels from locking , but I know what mean 😉, it’s probably a combination of air in the rear system and fine adjustment to the master cylinder at the pedal. Once I did both these things the rear works very well indeed. Let me know how you get on Carl

@marcfalardeau6058 Жыл бұрын

Hi Carl, hope you are doing fine! My GS 1250 2022 has 8400 km on the counter and I would like to decontaminate my brake discs& brembo pads. You mention 500 grit for the pads and 1500 for the discs. Does it absolutely have to be aluminium oxide paper…is that available in a common hardware store? Thank you for your precious advice! Marc, Quebec Canada 🇨🇦😉🏍 How do you like your Metzeler tourance next 2 tires?

@justthewayitis Жыл бұрын

Hi Marc, if it’s not available you could use something else yes. Once you have given the disc’s a rub down don’t forget to use Brake Cleaner to throughly clean them. Pads just need a quick run as I show in the video. Calipers will need a good wash in warm soapy water. If you also watch the multistrada episode (there’s 2 about brake cleaning) that will give you more information. Let me know how you get on Carl

@justthewayitis Жыл бұрын

Sorry for the day’s delay in replying I’m currently very busy gardening Carl

@justthewayitis Жыл бұрын

The Metzeler Tourance Next 2 are great 👍 really enjoy them they have transformed the handling nicely

@marcfalardeau6058 Жыл бұрын

@@justthewayitis Helen and I have also been very busy gardening lately👨🏻‍🌾 Cheers 🥂 😉

@justthewayitis Жыл бұрын

Well enjoy your glass of wine when your finished, we will 👍

@nomaddesign1 2 жыл бұрын

Sadly, in the USA Brembo brake pads are hard to find. (I'm not going to eBay due to fake Brembo parts on eBay) Can any one recommend a pad equivalent to Brembo SA compound??

@justthewayitis 2 жыл бұрын

Possibly EBC HH pads, but I would ask on the usa multistrada forum, they will have a solution for you. Carl

@nomaddesign1 2 жыл бұрын

@@justthewayitis Thank for your reply. I found a MotoGuzzi parts specialist in the USA (MGcycle) that sells the Brembo SA pads that fit 10-14 MTS1200 stock Brembo's.

@justthewayitis 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Nomad, thank you for sharing it might also help other viewers trying to locate Brembo pads in your area. I hope you enjoy them, best wishes Carl

@Geronimo72 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, are the OEM brake pads sintered or organic? Thx

@justthewayitis 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Alex, the oem Ducati ones are sintered. Best wishes Carl

@Geronimo72 2 жыл бұрын

@@justthewayitis ok thank you. So if I have it right,the sa compound comes closest to OEM, not the cc.

@justthewayitis 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, if I was to buy again, I would install the SA pad next time. Think of the SA as oem plus a bit more performance.

@Geronimo72 2 жыл бұрын

@@justthewayitis ok great, thank you very much👍

@PartialS 2 жыл бұрын

Another enjoyable, super informative video, thanks very much! Really good to see another KZfaq video discouraging the use of Copper Ease on brake pads (it's even recommended on the Copper Ease jar, sadly). You might like this guy, as you both seem to be more about providing good information than chasing view counts. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/i-B6mLegzr-YeZ8.html

@justthewayitis 2 жыл бұрын

Dirty Garage... yes I have seen him in the past, some great videos. Thankyou for sharing so others might also see the link. Carl