+Jordan Hoffman Well, when you're changing pads on your bike, you don't have to take the wheels off haha! Seriously, though, there isn't much different. -DrewZilla
@dylanhalverston58198 жыл бұрын
+RevZilla what about drum brakes
@RevZilla8 жыл бұрын
With drum brakes, you generally have to remove the wheel. -DrewZilla
@dylanhalverston58198 жыл бұрын
ok thanks i have a project to fix up its a 1978 ds80 80cc. it was used for on/off road but now it's rusty and tank has big bents in it but as i sayed project bike. thank you so much that you read the comments i hope you read this
@LaSalseraSensual4 жыл бұрын
Omg! I love you! Thanks for this video! I'm going to be changing my bike's brake pads, have done so in a car, now time to do it on my bike. 🏍✌💯💝
@CarbonStinger3 жыл бұрын
Did you push in the pistons in this video?
@michaelgarcia-yd8rd8 жыл бұрын
Can't believe I ever paid a shop to do this job, Thanks Lemmy
@wardwagar8635 жыл бұрын
not quite the Lemmy I grew up with but I like where you are going!
@wardwagar8635 жыл бұрын
holy crap I just sw the name tag. For clarity, Lemmy is the name of the singer/bass player from Motorhead, a nickname from when he was all poor and used to ask everyone if they would "lemme a fiver".
@joemann79713 жыл бұрын
I don't even pay a shop to do the brakes on my cars, and those require a lot more work. You don't even need to take off the wheel or lift it. You live and learn.
@BAsed_AFro2 жыл бұрын
"Kucklehead's garage" will always be there for you!
@JustGresh7 жыл бұрын
I feel like with Lemmy I can learn anything and be confident doing it.
@joeycouto68707 жыл бұрын
I'm the even smaller group. I don't even have a bike; I'm just watching videos.
@ADR3435 жыл бұрын
lol
@tristan34564 жыл бұрын
BIKELESS BROS UNITE
@trinidad76323 жыл бұрын
Same no bike....yet. Researching first
@zaneklein87483 жыл бұрын
Got one yet ?
@joemann79713 жыл бұрын
There might be more bikeless bros watching these than you think. Since buying a used small CC bike is the easiest and cheapest way to start your motorcycling career, knowing how to do basic maintenance on a bike is pretty important. You don't want to start learning on a dangerous bike. Brakes, oil change, new chain and sprocket might be things you change before you even start riding. Even if the bike is in great shape, those are things you either want to change or at least have an idea if they are still in good shape before start riding. If you crash, it should be because you lack the skill. It shouldn't be because the bike was trying to kill you.
@0YouCanCallMeAl08 жыл бұрын
You forgot to mention to check the brake fluid level before pushing the pistons in, you might overflow :)
@edged_mindset3 жыл бұрын
overflow? it's a closed system
@etaybokish3 жыл бұрын
It’s not air-tight, oil can flow thru your brake fluid (cylinder?) top container thing. Happened to me today when replacing brake fluid.
@sick56423 жыл бұрын
True.
@jase89432 жыл бұрын
@@etaybokish it absolutely should be air tight. If it overflowed then you must have had the resevoir lid off because brake fluid does not compress it would naturally flow out the top so .....that wasnt very smart.
@philmcclenaghan70562 жыл бұрын
@@etaybokish of course it's air tight. It has to be so tight that under enormous hydraulic pressure nothing leaks out. That's it's entire job.
@nymetsfan9123 жыл бұрын
Revzilla has been my go-to for parts and any info I need on maintenance for years. The other day I ordered new rear brake pads and decided to check my order history and my god I’ve spent thousands here. I’ve owned 6 motorcycles in the last 8 years and have customized every one.
@TheGreatJafa7 жыл бұрын
Seriously, thank you for all you do. Really new to the whole self-servicing my own motorcycle type of deal (outside of an oil change) so it's nice to know that something that has always terrified me (brake changes) is definitely not hard.
@Jrock420blam7 жыл бұрын
You've apparently never seen me put butter and jelly on my toast friend!!!
@jakehart76175 жыл бұрын
Jrock420blam I was thinking the same. Quarter container of pb and half a gallon of jelly. Per slice lol
@andrewlawson37983 жыл бұрын
I actually spread my bread on my bp&j 🙆🏻♂️
@MacMashPotato7 жыл бұрын
dont forget, taking the cap off the brake cylinder would probably help you push those pistons in.
@connormayhew57354 жыл бұрын
I’ve always been that guy who takes his bike to the mechanic and get these jobs done because I’ve had no confidence to do it myself. Watching this Lemmy has made it look much simpler then the monstrous job I thought it was!
@bigduphusaj1629 ай бұрын
as an ex bike mechanic and raced in the R6 cup 2 decades ago i can confirm 100% that bike mechanics dont always do the job right and they certainly arent cleaning all your parts thoroughly when they are off. Just so you know that.
@williamcundiff8 жыл бұрын
Lemmy must realize that brake jobs are very important, hence not having a beer or drink in the episode. That is probably a good choice. Anyways, thanks for another helpful video.
@billmackey83886 жыл бұрын
It's easy to learn though
@patclarke66884 жыл бұрын
Most helpful video I’ve seen on KZfaq, I feel instantly confident to change my pads, I only just started riding.
@WisdomInExperience8 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for this video. I was able to install my front brake pads successfully. I came here to find out the trick to push the caliper cylinders back and I got it.
@RobbieMarks2317 жыл бұрын
What do I do if I've pulled the break lever please help!
@1scott9216 жыл бұрын
So what did you do? Or you're still out of ride?
@TrinityCompilations3 жыл бұрын
@@1scott921 we shall never know
@9nbreaker9 жыл бұрын
Wow! Thank you for this very informational vid! I was actually intimidated in looking into brake pad replacement, but your explanation of the whole process is very confidence inspiring. Thank you once again!
@bobkinney24304 жыл бұрын
Awesome job on this video. Just like anything else, step by step. Some are intimidated as they have never replaced their pads. If you have mechanical aptitude, watch these videos and check your manuals. Not hard to do at all. I even replaced my clutch and clutch springs. The more you learn how to work on your bike, the more you get to know your bike.
@ifr4zze5 жыл бұрын
A good tip when putting that type of caliper back together is to put the caliper back on then sliding the pads in from the top, then you don't have to use 3 hands to hold it together. Also check the brakefluid level as you're pushing the calipers in and while you are doing it Also check the brakehose for wears and cracks.
@jameslevy76864 жыл бұрын
Zilla, I love how you explain everything but you make it look so simple, please continue what you do.
@tilla20106 жыл бұрын
Right - that seems clear enough, now to have a go. Being a 68yr old woman from an admin background I don't have a lot of mechanical expereince, but I figure if I got the bike and the tools I should use them!
@ronpaul19783 жыл бұрын
God Bless You Madam!!😁🙌👍
@8028815 жыл бұрын
Hey guys, great video, just wanted to let you know that those EBC brake pads don't need silicone/copper grease on the back of the pads, it actually says not to do it on their website: ebcbrakes.com/product/ebc-caliper-brake-lube/ the pads have a copper backing and the grease just catches and traps dirt, I've been running mine dry with no brake noise whatsoever, happy motorcycling!
@petrosaircooled6 жыл бұрын
Don't forget to open the brake fluid reservoir to remove fluid if necessary from what is being pushed back to the reservoir by the retracted pistons
@sachabaptista6 жыл бұрын
Everything you do looks so easy... For "normal" people like me, I think all those mechanic aspects are sort of a mystery, but your videos really show that we can do most of the jobs ourselves and therefore save some $$. For example, I changed the oil on my wife's Kawa a couple weeks ago, it was really quick and easy... A garage would have charged around 200! (in Switzerland).
@Auctor1374 жыл бұрын
He is really good in front of the camera, great explanation and good speaking. Will check out more videos from you and him, thanks!
@Tarsnakes7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video Lemmy. You inspired me to change the rear pads on my Kawasaki ZX14R and it could not have been easier. 10-15 minutes all up. Outer pad was more worn than the inner. Thanks again, I really apreciate your maintenance vids.
@JLwing20106 жыл бұрын
Nice presentation, Lemmy. Thank you Revzilla for going the extra mile to help us riders enjoy the road more than the workshop! 👍
@mt07toooldtowalk424 жыл бұрын
Your vid is still helping people get to know their bike almost 5 years later, Thanks Lemmy
@oneanddonetzone36732 жыл бұрын
Well done! I don’t need to do a brake job on my motorcycle I did one last year but it is so refreshing to always watch somebody and learn from them. Thank you very well done very well explained and explaining some of the pitfalls that guys with not a lot of experience make probably saved money and may be a lifer too God bless you guys thank you
@weetabixharry4 жыл бұрын
This guy is brilliant. Great knowledge and really clear presentation. Always enjoy his videos.
@diamondvargas99076 жыл бұрын
This guys is a very good teacher and does things the right way! Thanks for your help and keep doing good quality work without cutting corners as you mentioned. Way to go bro! Thanks again!
@WatchmakerErik6 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial! When I change brake calipers on my cars, they tend to be quite heavy and the hoses tend to be rubber, so I *always* support them. The best way to do it on a car is with zip ties; So I'd reccomend zip-tying the caliper up so it doesn't hang by the brake line, even if the brake line is tough.
@bigduphusaj1629 ай бұрын
Bike brake lines are magnitudes stronger and for the weight of the caliper they can take it for fun. Bike brake lines are made in cross ply and radial as they are designed to constantly move and streach so they can take the weight of even a large caliper no problem. The problem with leaving car calipers dangling on the hoses is that the caliper is about 3 ton and the short section of hose is lesser quality than motorbike ones and they dont like bending more than a few inch in one direction. See in any circumstances where your hoses cannot take the weight of a caliper id suggest that your hoses were long by their best and needing replacing anyway. On cars its always the end fittings where it holds onto the hose that get it when you dangle the caliper on the hose alone.. or its when the outer hose has perished enough that cracks are showing it ends up punishing them hairline cracks and sometimes they hold out for 6 month afterwards in that case but it does seriously age them in that case so i agree with you on the car side of things. Bikes you really dont want any weaknesses on the brake lines at all as you fall off motorbikes
@xAllstar55x7 жыл бұрын
First video I have ever seen from this channel and I do have to say that your information is wonderful and the way you go into detail as to how parts work and the process itself is great. Definitely subscribed and will watch in the future!
@zscraig8 жыл бұрын
I will be replacing my front pads soon and will definitely be referring to this video in the near future. I genuinely appreciate your enthusiastic and knowledgeable walk-through.
@cisium11843 жыл бұрын
First off, let me say that I like Ari Henning's wrenching videos too. I've followed him since MC Garage and he's great. That said, there is something about Lemmy's tone and the reassurances with which he starts out every video. I inevitably look up wrenching videos in a state of semi-worry about the job ahead, and Lemmy always seems to talk me back to equilibrium.
@eduardosilva73046 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I've been waisting my money for years when I ask a mechanic to do it, thanks a lot, Lemmy, great video! I'm going for it, now I feel confident enough to try!
@AlexieCruz7 жыл бұрын
thanks, with my warrenty up from Harley Davidson, I did my front brakes myself ... got to the ordering new pads, but cleaned the parts, noticed one caliper was sticking more, so I will have to go a little deeper in cleaning, but the video helped me out. Never changed brakes on anything before. ThumbsUp
@basementsinbangladesh16892 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great illustration. I changed the pads on my 2000 Nighthawk with minimal hassle. Probably saved myself $60-$80 which I can now use to buy new stuff for my bike! You guys help to build my confidence to do maintenance myself.
@bradleymathie11676 жыл бұрын
I know my brakes and do them already, but clicked the video for the extra advise you don't normally hear or think of... Again top vid as usual.
@willmoore39314 жыл бұрын
I watched the J&P Cycles video on changing pads before this and, this is so much more in depth.
@ZinoAmare Жыл бұрын
I do love how they take their time explaining everything.
@greenpea94122 жыл бұрын
OK this was fantastic and I am glad I saw this one. I have an Indian Roadmaster and have heard the EBC pads make a big difference. You were very clear and consice in how this is done. Thank you for saving me some cash.
@bigduphusaj1629 ай бұрын
avoid EBC now they are garbage they have cheapened out the brand big time over the last 5yr. SBS are the old EBC and the ones everyone here in UK, IOM and Ireland are using. The Double HHs EBC went from one of the best to one of the worst in one swoop so be warned.
@Billy-hx3zi5 жыл бұрын
Lemmy is the best! Such an informative person, thanks for the DIY videos man! You save a lot of people money
@EastCoastBikerTreads Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the straight forward video... I just did mine and they were much easier then I thought...
@thomasheasman99813 жыл бұрын
Got a new subscriber 😂 I've recently got into motorbikes and replaced my rear brake pads yesterday. No prior experience but seemed self explanatory. Had to take a quick ride out today for job interview and noticed the brake was sticking slightly on the way. I did not clean the pistons or push the pistons all the way back into the caliper housing and would never have thought to lube up the back of the pads or pad pins.... my caliper is slightly different to this one but I think I make have put the shim in slightly off aswell. Now I know where I went wrong I'll go back tomorrow and redo it. Cheers for the vid
@zzr1400lee8 жыл бұрын
Thank you this great video. I normally ask a friend to do jobs like this but you made me realise how easy it is to do when shown correctly. now gonna check out some of your other vids. you saved me money too.
@xontheweb23766 жыл бұрын
You are eloquent and precise. Thanks for saving me a few bobs and help me be a bigger man with my seldom used tools.
@jay_hubs_89554 жыл бұрын
Next time, install the caliper first (finger tight) and then slide in the pads and install the shim and pins. Spin the wheel and gently pull the level to stop the wheel. (repeat about 3 or 4 times) on the last time hold the level while tightening down the caliper bolts.
@edwinc78244 жыл бұрын
Coolant flushed, oil changed and new filter, cleaned and lubed chain, bled my brakes. Next up, changing some pads. I'll never pay a shop to do what I mentioned again. Thanks Lemmy!
@rogerthedodger57887 жыл бұрын
Keep an eye on the brake fluid reservoir as you push the pistons in. There is the faint possibility they may overflow if the brake fluid has been topped as the pads wore.
@RevZilla7 жыл бұрын
You're absolutely right. Lemmy mentions this detail in his companion article as well: _"If you have been adding fluid, you may want to visit our how-to on servicing the hydraulic portion of your brakes and you may need to draw some of the fluid out of the reservoir before you start. Otherwise, a brake job may end up turning into a paint job, because spilled brake fluid is nasty to your paint."_ -DrewZilla
@butteredbiskit34975 жыл бұрын
brake fluid levels indicate brake pad wear when the level drops. brake fluid shouldn't go away or you got bigger problems.
@shankaran9994 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Great tips and clear instructions for a first timer like me. Thanks Lemmy.
@joyrebel82017 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing the very detailed video, I'm a woman and I feel confident I could fix my own brakes if I needed to.
@ignacioalvillar63048 жыл бұрын
Awesome detail explained in plain English resulting in thorough understanding and installs confidence!
@eswake7 жыл бұрын
Tip: Having a really hard time getting the (cleaned) pistons back in? Use a clamp with the old pads. Make sure not to crank it hard though, be very soft and insure the clamp isn't directly on the caliber/new pads.
@jayski94105 жыл бұрын
The pads on my front brake are showing very odd wear. The outboard pad is worn thin but the inboard pad isn't showing much wear at all. This is on a 2016 Honda Fury. Could I possibly need a whole new caliper already? Anyway, thanks for the education.
@AntonioBarba_TheKaneB6 жыл бұрын
I'm gonna get myself a used bike in a few months and I'm here watching tutorials on maintenance... looks like I'm already down the rabbit hole
@Ladosligese4 жыл бұрын
welcome aboard :D .. just remember gloves on everything u touch on the bike .. used motoroil .. brakedust .. all carcinogenic so be careful
@ghoztedkid7 жыл бұрын
This are the type of class that I love to take 💙 Thank You Revzilla 💙🔥
@jeremyrbaker2304 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Just did this on a 1982 Honda Ascot FT500!!!! This worked perfectly.
@johnblaise5225 жыл бұрын
This is a very well presented and informative video. It really helped me change the brakes on my VFR1200X - Thanks!
@charlesmanickam66142 жыл бұрын
Thanks Lammy, excellent teaching and job well done. Learned new things. Charles from Toronto.
@ronnyc82515 жыл бұрын
Great video! I was always hesitant to do my brakes on my bike, but after watching this I'm sure I can do it. Thanks you Sir!
@iranianboy1237 жыл бұрын
Quick question, I got a small amount of lube onto 1 of the brake pads by accident roughly the size of a fingerprint. Will this be an issue and do I need new brake pads because they are contaminated or can I just clean it off with brake cleaner. Thanks.
@manicmedicNZ7 жыл бұрын
Brake cleaner .... beware the first ride .... grease will burn off or run it for a Km and stop and wipe disk rotor with brake cleaner to get ride of the transfer of grease .... not a biggie.
@salvaldes32292 жыл бұрын
This “beard scale of difficulty” explains everything about my maintenance struggles.
@itchynights8 жыл бұрын
such an accessible video. really makes bike maintenance waaaay less intimidating.
@KLP996 жыл бұрын
Thanks Lenny. Another great video. I thought I was subscribed, but wasn't. I am now. Between you, Ken Cordon, and Kevin Morris, I'm learning better ways to ride and service my own bike. Yes, I'm learning. I started riding at 14 on a Honda Trail 90 that was given to me if I could fix everything on it. I did. That was in 1969.
@nef4ri0us686 жыл бұрын
I've seen brake pads installed backwards. It sounds dumb but it does happen, and not just on motorcycles
@DJMotoVlogs7 жыл бұрын
Alright Lemmy, you convinced me to change the brake pads of my Ducati myself. Wish me good luck! 😀
@axs76896 жыл бұрын
How'd it go?
@henran45546 жыл бұрын
Asad Siraj I don't think that he is done yet.
@quinton64636 жыл бұрын
Some say he's still trying to change his brake pads to this very day
@kruzader4 жыл бұрын
Are ABS systems similar or is there anything to keep in mind?
@SDFREDY8 жыл бұрын
this guys are great teacher, the way he goes thru the process of every single step lol
@cjla2985 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the help Lemmy! This video paired with my service manual made everything easy.
@cdh796 жыл бұрын
i fall in category 3.. for whatever reason this video was suggested to me by youtube, and to further procrastinate doing other things (like cleaning my house) i started watching this :)
@pspintoo8 жыл бұрын
One of the best ,professional n detailed video i have ever seen ,Lemmy you're the BEST. Great job,i may call you some time ,if i need help with my Suzuki Gsxr 600. Thanks
@daugbret3 жыл бұрын
Car mechanic who has never done motorcycle brakes before. Kawi says to leave the caliper on and take the pads out from the top (2019 Z900ABS). They seem pretty serious about it because they used Torx bolts to hold the caliper on. (Everyone knows only certified professionals can remove Torx bolts). I'm confident and possibly even competent enough to remove the calipers to change the pads, and give the whole system a good staring at. Thoughts?
@RevZilla3 жыл бұрын
That's perfectly fine, kawi just recommend removing from the top as it is the faster way to get the job done and if you're a car mechanic I'm sure you know the importance of book time vs actual work time when it comes to ringing up the bill at the dealer. You can easily pull the caliper off, clean the dust off thoroughly, and replace the pads with the caliper in your hand. That said, on a bike that new a full inspection is not really required. I hope that helps! -Zack
@twto933 жыл бұрын
make sure to torque the caliper mount bolts with the brake lever pulled in to make sure pads, calipers and rotors are properly aligned
@TheThedoomer7 жыл бұрын
If anyone reading this has changed their brake fluid in the past and is not sure if they did it right, don't forget to check the level of your brake fluid while pushing the pistons back in! Pistons not returning completely can be caused by the fluid container that has been filled above its max allowed level! + some fluid containers have little air vents to compensate for pressure differences in the container: to much fluid + pushing back pistons = brake fluid all over you precious bike. :)
@bigduphusaj1629 ай бұрын
pushing pistons back you want to have either the cap and diaphragm etc off the rez and fluid at least at the low level OR you can undo the caliper bleeder enough that it's letting fluid out when you press. Other than that there is no secret. If you fight the sealed unit to get the pistons back in you are driving fluid back up the system and relying on the give in the diaphragm under the rez cap to take up the pressure and equalise it. Air in the system is an entirely different thing if you had air somewhere then a pad change is likely to push that air about to another position mate.
@bigduphusaj1629 ай бұрын
too add to my last reply rather than edit it > see the -low level- on the rez thats deemed the low level beacuse its where you would still want the fluid to be with the bike on its stand with the steering cocked in the worst position height wise. Its the amount that shouldn't spill out with stand wobble and shouldnt allow any angle to get air into it enough that it can be inhaled into the system even if you pull on the lever really fast.
@sertll17 жыл бұрын
Do you have to use lube? All that's available in my area is petroleum based brake grease. So is it a preference thing or requirement? Also my bike does not have rubber slide pin boots. Advice please????
@RevZilla7 жыл бұрын
Lubricants are specific to the application, so you really need to refer to your factory service manual (or get a factory service manual and confirm the specification if you don't already have one). It's important to use what the manufacturer specifies. -DrewZilla
@motoholota6 жыл бұрын
Wouldn't it be a good idea to leave brake calliper slightly unscrewed, pump the brakes and then torque it all the way? This should help with centering the calipper perfectly.
@RevZilla6 жыл бұрын
For most motorcycle brake calipers, it really wouldn't make a difference. -DrewZilla
@smoke05s6 жыл бұрын
That tip actually worked wonders on my Superduke. I just replaced rotors and they were dragging. I loosened the caliper screws about a turn, pulled the lever and with pressure applied I tightened all the caliper mounting screws. I went from the wheel spinning about a half turn to a full 360.
@motoholota6 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@smoke05s6 жыл бұрын
I rode it today and it feels back to normal. Thanks MotoHolota! Great video Lemmie!
@motoholota6 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear. :)
@Roquenmunoz9 жыл бұрын
That was awesome! Thank you for the video it really gives a new rider a point of reference for do-it-yourself kind of maintenance on a motorcycle.
@faceutd6 жыл бұрын
Great vid! Is it worth putting any anti seizeing paste on the bolts when putting the bike back together?
@RevZilla6 жыл бұрын
It can help, though we recommend you reference a service manual for the manufacturer recommendation. -DrewZilla
@edilsonfaberruizrivera72627 ай бұрын
GREAT VIDEO LEMMY, super well explained.
@XxMrWilsonxX6 жыл бұрын
I did everything that was stated in the video, however after pumping the brakes my front wheel has a hard time moving freely on a stand. The brake pads are touching the rotors and gives the wheel a hard time to move freely. (the wheel moves freely before pumping the brakes) Thanks for the video Lemmy!
@galehess6676 Жыл бұрын
didn't clean the calipers before depressing them in the bores?
@Razornipple6 жыл бұрын
Another outstanding video, I always appreciate the way you relate to your audience. Well done
@CajunGreenMan8 жыл бұрын
Brake pad dust is carcinogenic. Lovely! I find this out, AFTER I rebuild and change the pads on front and rear. Well, better late than never. Thanks for the tips!
@giodc85998 жыл бұрын
+Jeff Cobb At least you'll dead doing something you love! Could be worse!
@wilswood81376 жыл бұрын
Yeah I know , I work in a brake pad factory , you want to see the dust in there !!!!!! Life expectancy not long 👎🏻😫
@SaulBarry6 жыл бұрын
rip wilswood -2018
@joeypuentes15296 жыл бұрын
Its only carcinogenic in california
@butteredbiskit34975 жыл бұрын
I like to hose the brakes down with just a little water before I get started or you can use brake cleaner if you're rich.
@MrOdaroda8 жыл бұрын
Hey +RevZilla I tried to push the pistons back into the caliper like the video said, it was really hard to do so. Instead of what Lemmy did, I used a channel lock plier to push it back in, using a towel so it doesn't damage the pistons. It worked, but now I am unsure if I did something bad or not. Thanks!
@RevZilla8 жыл бұрын
+Richard Oda You just don't want to damage the piston by using a tool directly on it. You're probably ok though. -DrewZilla
@robphillips42966 жыл бұрын
You can losen the main cylender of fluid to release the pressure, this will help allow the pistons to move
@daniocm59915715 жыл бұрын
Sorry Lemmy but shouldn't you to lubricate the two sides of the Brakepads that have to glide back and forward?
@rossgrubbs40179 жыл бұрын
Lemmy is pure greatness! Outstanding video as usual!
@herminioamuniz5 жыл бұрын
"and you may not stop in time". Hahaha. What a gentle way of saying it.
@tevincurry15214 жыл бұрын
Question I know you said in the beginning of your video to don’t press the brake lever but I heard complete opposite once the caliper comes off to wedge a popsicle stick or an old brake pad in there crank that puppy all the way down to the Pistons exposed to get some 400 grit sandpaper around it to clean off the gunk then compress it I also have another question because after I did this a tiny piece of metal fell out of my brake caliper but I have no clue where it goes but everything went right back together perfectly fine
@chrischadwick5 жыл бұрын
Great video Lemmy! Well explained and you come across as a nice guy too. Top marks! 👌🏻
@chrischadwick5 жыл бұрын
Well I successfully changed my front pads (first time I’ve done it) last weekend after watching your video so thank you anyway you big meanie! 😂
@chrischadwick5 жыл бұрын
ZLA Lemmy No, it wasn’t, but you do need someone to show you first. I wasn’t going to risk cocking it up on my only bike. I guess that’s why a lot of bikers leave it to the pros. Need to do rear pads now! 😆
@SmallSpoonBrigade5 жыл бұрын
I'd recommending doing one at a time starting with the rear if you haven't ever done this. You still have to be careful, but you're less likely to do something that'll kill you or destroy the bike.
@KasperCDK6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. Just replaced my pads for the first time myself. Easy job.
@only_james4 жыл бұрын
Hey! I'm about to change my rear brake pads for the first time. I'm doing the rear first as a test, so if I fail I only lose 20% of my braking capacity (in theory, lol). I was wondering if I can use copper grease to lubricate the parts that you lubricated with special brake lubricant. I've seen copper grease used in some other videos and was wondering what you'd think about it! Cheers!
@Ladosligese4 жыл бұрын
Copper grease will also ruin the rubber sadly .. silicone all the way man :) around brakes at least
@crazedexplorer4 жыл бұрын
Howd it go?
@justan-eli92623 жыл бұрын
How'd it go
@only_james3 жыл бұрын
@@justan-eli9262It went well, I did my back brakes to begin with. I figured if I somehow messed it up, I'd only lose 20% of my braking capacity since the front would still work. But I'm confident now in my ability to do a brake job. I finished it in 20 minutes or so, and I'm a two left handed mechanic. But I like to just try and play around with it, to get better at it and save some coin in the long run!
@only_james3 жыл бұрын
@@crazedexplorer See my answer below :)
@cybnitts8 жыл бұрын
Which break pads are you using? It's impossible for me to get the Nissin Brake Pads myself because Nissin only sells it to authorized service stations.
@RevZilla8 жыл бұрын
+cybnitts We used EBC brake pads. -DrewZilla
@KungfuTrickster7 жыл бұрын
Love your videos about maintenance Lemmy, keep doing them mate!
@lawrenceharris58409 жыл бұрын
LOL is lemmy italian? he talks with his hands as much as anthony. Do you not recommend light or medium loctite on the caliper bolts? I have had my shake loose, so i have been using light loctite. Good Job Lemmy.
@lilmango62817 жыл бұрын
LAWRENCE HARRIS safety wire
@infinitycl8 жыл бұрын
I did this I can now stop my bike with out much effort finally lol. Thanks for the tutorial
@reef99red6 жыл бұрын
You're awesome, thanks. Watched this twice then just did it without further reference, you're that good (because generally im rubbish). Being me, of course I didn't use a torque wrench and snapped the bolt on the rear calliper when I was attaching it back to the bike haha. Going to have a go at drilling it out tomorrow. Thanks for the video!
@justaguy4real4 жыл бұрын
With the wheel on the ground, or off the ground, when spinning the wheel sounds of the pads dragging on the rotor. Is that supposed to do that?
@enriquebonifax3 жыл бұрын
Yes, that's completely normal. The pads are in touch with the disc all the time so it is normal that they produce a dragging sound.
@xxJaliquexx3 жыл бұрын
You are so efficient in your words I love it
@heyhey-dl6if2 жыл бұрын
Thx, great tutorial.. but after cleaning the callipers and putting back the new pads the front wheel feels really stiff now. When I lift the front wheel and spin it it stops immediately. What could go wrong? Everything looked ok, breaks dont squeek, they work when I use the break lever, this is the only problem I have, maybe too much break fluid...? I haven't tried to go for a short ride yet but maybe it will need just a short ride?
@huyked7 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Lemmy and Revzilla! Slowly instilling confidence in me so that I can do it myself... and save some money. :D
@ebubekirbinici60317 жыл бұрын
Do we need to lock tide the break bolts or what parts is lock tide is best used on ?
@RevZilla7 жыл бұрын
We recommend you consult the factory service manual for your specific bike to know whether it's necessary. -DrewZilla
@motomoose97159 жыл бұрын
Thanks Lemmy, now I too am ready to rock and roll!