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Hey everyone! I'm interested in changing the brake pads on my 01 wide glide. I haved done a lot of searching on the forum and found this-

https://www.hdforums.com/m_468282/tm.htm

The DIY section does not contain a step-by-step. I have a few questions. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Yes, I have a svc. manual and have read about the process. Looks like rain today so I was hoping to take care of this today.

1. Is the above step-by-step good for dyna owners?
2. Is it OK to do just one set at a time? My front pads have plenty left. The back ones need replaced.
3. Will I need anything besides the replacement pads from HD? Pins?
4. My back brake pads wore on a slight angle with the most worn area in the center of the rotor. Is this an issue? How do I make sure they are aligned a little better in the future?
5. I have about 8500 miles and ride quite a bit with a passenger. If I need to change the back and not the front pads, am I overdoing it with the back brake?
6. How long does the job take?

Thanks for your time.


OK, I got the old pads out (just in time, they were barely there!) and the new ones in. I had a tough time getting the 2 posts that move the pads to the rotor back. I ended up wedging a piece of smooth plastic in to push them back. Also, the directions that come with the pads is incorrect as far as which side the pad is supposed to go on (for a 01 wdgld anyway). Thanks for all your help.

 

Yes just follow the instructions as pointed out. I used Lyndall brake pads and found that they leave very little dust on the rear wheel,as compared to the stock ones. I personally would never go back to stock as I hate cleaning the wheels?

 

You will be fine with just pads. After I get the caliper bolts out I rock the caliper back and forth to spread the pads apart. this pushes the pucks back into the caliper. you will need this added clearance as the new pads will be thicker and need the clearance to clear the rotor when you install them. The anti rattle clips can be a little tricky so pay attention to how they fit. It is also good to put a tiny amount of white lithium grease on the bearing points of the caliper that moves, you will see them.

I replace front pads at least twice as often as rear pads. Front brakes are much more affective in stopping a motorcyle. Try using them more, you might like it.

 

ttt

 

what aftermarket pads are you guys using or are you using harley? getting ready to change mine on my 99.

 

I use EBC Kevlars. They cost half what OEM HD pads cost.

 

how are the ebc's? I didnt know what kind to get, kevlar, sintered metal or what?

 

<”WdGldDave”>

<”My back brake pads wore on a slight angle with the most worn area in the center of the rotor. Is this an issue? How do I make sure they are aligned a little better in the future? “>

usually they wear on the leading edge of the pads, I don’t think there is an issue, as long as it’s not out of hand, you want a smooth wear tapered somewhat equally, it depends a lot on the calibers if single, dual, 4 pistons type.

<”I have about 8500 miles and ride quite a bit with a passenger. If I need to change the back and not the front pads, am I overdoing it with the back brake? “>

I get around 6, to 7,000
Somewhat but really no big deal,, stopping is suppose to be 30/70 front, most don’t do it, it’s easier to push the rear brake on, I always replace my rear brake pads, two to one in the front, but if you need to stop in a hurry better know how and use the front big time.

<”How long does the job take?”>

about 10 to 15 mins but I have PM brake and eats pads up in a hurry, but for stopping there is nothing like PM brakes, their pads are softer made to wear a little faster, but better stopping power!

If you ever seen a set of brakes for a car they all mostly come with a tiny tube a silicone lube (grease), this is important, always use this lube w/the pins holding your pads on, makes them center and release much better (don’t get any on the pads), using twice as much is not better ! as for the brake springs/hold downs for your first time always take a picture aiming down, since we have only one rear brake we just can’t go over to the other side as w/a car/truck : - )

Good luck,

Oh yeah, wideglidedan,
<”how are the ebc's? I didnt know what kind to get, kevlar, sintered metal or what? “>

It all depends on the disc your using, to do it right match the pads type with the disc type, I use steel instead of chrome plated, it makes a difference on the pads one uses.

cj

 

I use the Kevlars. They are not noisy like the factory pads. They stop as good or better than the factory pads. The only downside is that they are a little dusty.

Forget the sintered metal. They can be noisy. They wear your rotors more quickly. The metallic dust can leave rust stains on your rotors and wheels.

 

thanks guys