Ive read multiple write ups on changing the brake pads. Some say to clean the pistons and some don't mention it. I have 15k on her now. I just dont want to release the pistons and end up with air in the system. So is it okay to just clean the piston thats currently exposed with a little brake cleaner and then compress them and install new pads? Also is there anything that needs to go on the back on the brake pads? Using lyndal z pads.

Last question, is there a line or sensor that needs to be disconnected for the abs system before doing the pads?

 

This works quite well. No need to use compressed air and such.

 

I doesn't hurt to clean the pistons with brake cleaner and a shoelace before you retract them. I cleaned the spring clip too. You only have to cut the zip ties that attach the abs wire to the brake line. Leave the wire connected. Joe

 

in order to clean what's exposed after u take the pads out u would need a q tip.. Or something like that.. so is cleaning that 1/8" or so really gonna matter.. probably not.. I spray some cleaner on a rag and clean all I can and then reassemble.. 30k and no issues

 

Here is a great DIY download from one of the sponsors, Motorcycle Metal

http://www.motorcyclemetal.com/Download10.html

Once the link opens, right click on the printer icon, then click on "Save Link As".

 

This what I would recommend Service / Tech | Lyndall Brakes

 

+1 no worrys.

 

The link above goes to a file that recommends caliper lube, and shows a picture of a jar of Permatex lube. Checking on Amazon I found it here:


But 6 of the user reviews say that it will cause any rubber it comes in contact with to swell. I just want to verify that it's OK to use with the Brembo brakes

Thanks

David

 

Perfect. Just what I was looking for

 

Do not push them back in dirty. Carefully slide out old pads. Slide in couple scraps of panel or whatever is a little thinner then the old pads. Then shoe shine the pistons with a coarse cotton cloth. Then carefully remove master cover and scoop out some fluid. Then push piston back with one shim in and a screwdriver wedge. Do not nick metal. Then scoop out some more fluid and refill. When the caliper and new shoes are back on, bleed out two-three master cylinders of new fluid out the caliper. Done this way you can probably get two to three pad lives but then it would be a good idea to rebuild master and calipers