I'm new to working on bikes and have basically been researching and learning from various sources and approaches. This video, in my opinion, was excellent. Clear, comprehensive and very well detailed. I'm surprised there haven't been more views. Thank you for taking the time to do this. Much appreciated! 😎
Nice video. After doing the brakes for over dozen years on my softail I wasn't completely confident of changing the pads on my new Road King. Completely different set up but you made it look easy. Thanks for help.
Do you have any videos of you doing a three hole or change I would love to see that I’m a new rider my first bike trying to learn how to do the things on my own
yes, in my manual, it says not to remover caliber due to the possibility of improper re-installation of the caliber.. Thanks...for getting back with me..
I change front brake pads my self for my ultra glide, after 2 weeks i feel shaking when i brake, the dealer told me to replace the brake rotors. is there any other solution for this problem?
I see that you removed the caliper it self. I have seen in the manuals and directions that come with the pads, that the caliper is not to be removed. I have a road king classic 07' and why would the manual tell you not to remove rear caliper. Thanks great video...
yes that as well, but just in general George, over here 99% people gread wheel spindles ant I seize greas on all nuts and bolts wd 40 cables etc, perhaps over here we have more damp weather and things rust out quicker, did you get my reply about what tools is best to use on Harleys etc, mike
Good morning please let me tell you this was one of the best description break down brake jobs really appreciate it I am going to change my brakes save my money from this video thank you so much
I am not sure what the sound is that your referring to, but I doubt its from too much brake fluid. You can easily remove the cover on the brake fluid reservoir and adjust the brake fluid level. Be very careful not to get brake fluid on the bike or let it drip down the side of the reservoir, because it will remove the paint.
Great video! You just saved me over $100 or more. I have a 2014 Ultra Limited with about 25K on it. Time to change the rear pads and your video is very helpful. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and skill without adding a lot of other video self-promotional stuff.
Excellent video -- I'm a visual person and this video does an excellent job of explaining each step and its importance. I own a 2001 Harley Davidson Dyna Superglide and my service manual also advises to change the brake pads without removing the caliper. However, I have also noticed that my caliper is a one piece assembly that is mounted and secured through the rear axle. This video takes the complexity out of changing pads and makes it easy. Many thanks!
I agree that this was a very good video. I don't understand why this video received over 20 thumbs down?? I thought it covered everything you needed to do this job! I love it when guys take the time to do these videos. It is very helpful for the part time mechanics. Thanks for sharing!!!!
You gave me the confidence to do it myself today. Great video without the excessive chatting. I spoke to a mechanic the other day who said not to worry about even opening the brake-fluid reservoir though. He said it's a closed system and that you will see the little bubble reappear once you retract the pistons. Why did you open it, remove fluid, then fill it back up again? Wouldnt it have just been safer and easier to just leave it closed? Thanks for the wonderful instructions.
hello George, one question id like to ask, why do most people who work on there bikes in the us never put grease on any bolts or working parts, is there an answer to this , mike
you're worried about getting break fluid on you paint and frame but yet you spray break clean on it afterwards... isn't break clean worse on the paint than break fluid?
Probably the best video I saw on replacing rear brake pads. The one thing missing (very very minor)would be the size hex wrench used for this video. I loved it.
Great video. I feel confident I'll be able to do this myself now. One question... what is the purpose of the paste on the back of the brake pad? Just curious.
Same for 2001 Road King? . . Is the grease just so they don't slide what could I use. Say you had too how long would those pads would have lasted?. Respect Al.
Not sure if it is exactly the same, but it will be similar. Depends on how the rider uses the brakes. The braking power is in the front brakes, but most people are afraid to use the front brakes, so the rear brake is overused and won't last as long as it should.
Out Standing video. It really helps save time and money. I enjoyed your description and very handy and complete for anyone who has mechanical talent, but is unsure of the "How Too". Thank you very much for posting this video.
Nice video below - how every I would add that you should have taken brake cleaner and cleaned off the caliper pistons before you collapsed them back into the Caliper. Leaving them dirty can lead to sticking pistons and uneven application of the pads when the brakes are depressed.
I'm new to working on bikes and have basically been researching and learning from various sources and approaches. This video, in my opinion, was excellent. Clear, comprehensive and very well detailed. I'm surprised there haven't been more views. Thank you for taking the time to do this. Much appreciated! 😎
Nice video. After doing the brakes for over dozen years on my softail I wasn't completely confident of changing the pads on my new Road King. Completely different set up but you made it look easy. Thanks for help.
Thank you for sharing this and covering all of the details, including the basics.
Thanks for watching!
Nice video. Thanks for the clear expanation of what you're doing and why.
Do you have any videos of you doing a three hole or change I would love to see that I’m a new rider my first bike trying to learn how to do the things on my own
yes, in my manual, it says not to remover caliber due to the possibility of improper re-installation of the caliber.. Thanks...for getting back with me..
I change front brake pads my self for my ultra glide, after 2 weeks i feel shaking when i brake, the dealer told me to replace the brake rotors. is there any other solution for this problem?
I see that you removed the caliper it self. I have seen in the manuals and directions that come with the pads, that the caliper is not to be removed. I have a road king classic 07' and why would the manual tell you not to remove rear caliper. Thanks great video...
yes that as well, but just in general George, over here 99% people gread wheel spindles ant I seize greas on all nuts and bolts wd 40 cables etc, perhaps over here we have more damp weather and things rust out quicker, did you get my reply about what tools is best to use on Harleys etc, mike
Good morning please let me tell you this was one of the best description break down brake jobs really appreciate it I am going to change my brakes save my money from this video thank you so much
Great video man!!!!
Well done video. Thanks for posting.
+W Hough Thanks for watching!
Thanks, very insightful. If there is "swishing" sound from the brake disc, does it mean there is too much brake Fluid?
I am not sure what the sound is that your referring to, but I doubt its from too much brake fluid. You can easily remove the cover on the brake fluid reservoir and adjust the brake fluid level. Be very careful not to get brake fluid on the bike or let it drip down the side of the reservoir, because it will remove the paint.
Nicely done!
Very thorough 👍 Visuals n explanations were very useful.
Great video! You just saved me over $100 or more. I have a 2014 Ultra Limited with about 25K on it. Time to change the rear pads and your video is very helpful. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and skill without adding a lot of other video self-promotional stuff.
Great detailed video. Thanks for taking the time to post it.
Retaining clip in backwards!?
Excellent video -- I'm a visual person and this video does an excellent job of explaining each step and its importance. I own a 2001 Harley Davidson Dyna Superglide and my service manual also advises to change the brake pads without removing the caliper. However, I have also noticed that my caliper is a one piece assembly that is mounted and secured through the rear axle. This video takes the complexity out of changing pads and makes it easy. Many thanks!
Best explanation I could find. You’re a great communicator with easy instructions. You would be a good teacher one day. Thanks so much.
I agree that this was a very good video. I don't understand why this video received over 20 thumbs down?? I thought it covered everything you needed to do this job! I love it when guys take the time to do these videos. It is very helpful for the part time mechanics. Thanks for sharing!!!!
You gave me the confidence to do it myself today. Great video without the excessive chatting. I spoke to a mechanic the other day who said not to worry about even opening the brake-fluid reservoir though. He said it's a closed system and that you will see the little bubble reappear once you retract the pistons. Why did you open it, remove fluid, then fill it back up again? Wouldnt it have just been safer and easier to just leave it closed? Thanks for the wonderful instructions.
very helpf, thx
hello George, one question id like to ask, why do most people who work on there bikes in the us never put grease on any bolts or working parts, is there an answer to this , mike
u did a great job ty ? for you if no brake fluid was added can i just leave the brake cap tight and push the fluid back in to reservoir
you're worried about getting break fluid on you paint and frame but yet you spray break clean on it afterwards... isn't break clean worse on the paint than break fluid?
No, brake fluid is horrible stuff.
very well done
Thanks
Probably the best video I saw on replacing rear brake pads. The one thing missing (very very minor)would be the size hex wrench used for this video. I loved it.
Great detail, and some great tips for the novice mechanic!!
Great Video nice and clear. I have the 2012 flhx factory manual your vid is better and more info.
Great video. I feel confident I'll be able to do this myself now. One question... what is the purpose of the paste on the back of the brake pad? Just curious.
Same for 2001 Road King? . . Is the grease just so they don't slide what could I use. Say you had too how long would those pads would have lasted?. Respect Al.
Not sure if it is exactly the same, but it will be similar. Depends on how the rider uses the brakes. The braking power is in the front brakes, but most people are afraid to use the front brakes, so the rear brake is overused and won't last as long as it should.
Your instruction was very clear and detailed I feel that I could handle this job
+Thomas Davidson Thanks for Watching!
thanks for the vedeo, it was very helpfull Herb.
Out Standing video. It really helps save time and money. I enjoyed your description and very handy and complete for anyone who has mechanical talent, but is unsure of the "How Too".
Thank you very much for posting this video.
Thanks for watching!
very good detail... thanks!!
excellent George, rgds mike
i thought you don't get correct torque using an extension?Nice vid btw
mike scott I think as long as the turning force is kept on the same axis, than using an extension isn't a problem. Thanks for watching!
no lock tight?
Great video man
Great Video
Nice video below - how every I would add that you should have taken brake cleaner and cleaned off the caliper pistons before you collapsed them back into the Caliper. Leaving them dirty can lead to sticking pistons and uneven application of the pads when the brakes are depressed.
Yep turkey baster is correct
Thanks