You need to remove some brake fluid from the upper master cylinder to make room for the fluid to go when you squeeze the pistons into the caliper or your pads will rub on the rotor from fluid pressure. Don't spill brake fluid on your gas tank, put a towel on your tank doubled up, brake fluid will eat the paint faster than you'd imagine.
Thanks for this video Cruiseman! Thanks to this video, I just replaced the front brake pads on my 2008 V-Star Silverado. Time for a test ride to see if the squealing is finally gone.
I have a question. If you don't bleed them or open the reservoir will the pads have to much pressure? My brakes seem to be pinching a little harder causing drag. Is this normal? I mean is this like a break in type of deal or will I have to fix this?
The issue will be that if you’ve been keeping the reservoir topped up while you have worn pads, pushing the cylinders back in will force extra fluid into the reservoir.
for fk sake KILL THE STUPID MUSIC....we are old NOT "extreme", no need to make us deaf too! placing the pads IN would have been nice to see at regular speed too
Hey Cruiseman, you rock! You make non-wrench guys like me able to do maintenance on our bikes! I cannot thank you enough for these GREAT videos!
Your video was exactly what i needed. Thank you for an incredible video. You make this so easy to understand.
You need to remove some brake fluid from the upper master cylinder to make room for the fluid to go when you squeeze the pistons into the caliper or your pads will rub on the rotor from fluid pressure. Don't spill brake fluid on your gas tank, put a towel on your tank doubled up, brake fluid will eat the paint faster than you'd imagine.
Thanks for the help. I didn't know you could clean the brake cylinders with soapy water. The bungee cord idea was a good one too. Thanks again, Lee
Excellent step by step. Much appreciated!
outstanding video! thanks for posting!!
Thanks for this video Cruiseman! Thanks to this video, I just replaced the front brake pads on my 2008 V-Star Silverado. Time for a test ride to see if the squealing is finally gone.
Does the squealing indicate that its time for new brakes? I just bought a bike so i am not well versed on how it should feel/sounds etc
great instructional video who needs a shop when u can do it urself
Many thanks, man! Very useful vid! A+
Nice! Thanks for this.
Thank you for putting this up and making it so easy for me👍, Also you could change the title to plus 650 as it seemed to be the same 👍
Thank you for the video. I have a XVS250V but the brakes are the same and it worked a treat. except for the toothbrush thing. sorry bout that my wife.
Which Maxxis tire is that front wheel? I cannot find the right ww tire for my 1100 dragstar
Very good video how to replace brake pads, the 5 that gave it a thumbs down don't know what the heck their talking about!
Thanks Terry! I think some get annoyed by the music.
Where did you get that front fender 👀
I have a question. If you don't bleed them or open the reservoir will the pads have to much pressure? My brakes seem to be pinching a little harder causing drag. Is this normal? I mean is this like a break in type of deal or will I have to fix this?
what part number did you use?.
What happens if you use brake cleaner instead of soapy water? Would it damage oil seals or anything else on the caliper?
Many people do use brake cleaner, but it could damage the seals.
very clear video, but there was no sound as he was telling what to do, it be very helpful with SOUND!!
Good how to vid, thanks! Too bad the rotors cost more than my first house!
please tell me where you bought a house that cheap...i want one
so, he didn't need to bleed the breaks line after?
No, the pads don't affect the fluid.
The issue will be that if you’ve been keeping the reservoir topped up while you have worn pads, pushing the cylinders back in will force extra fluid into the reservoir.
I used my wife's toothbrush. She cared. I gotta get a girlfriend. They try harder
+Benefield Harcourt Haha good 1 they do to.
for fk sake KILL THE STUPID MUSIC....we are old NOT "extreme", no need to make us deaf too! placing the pads IN would have been nice to see at regular speed too
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you cant talk to good