hey guys, i noticed today that my brakes are gettin down to the last bit, and was wondering just how hard it is to do a brake job on my 02 XL883C? i mean ive done plenty of brake jobs on cars, but not to sure on a motorcycle, thanks

 

Easy.&nbsp\\; Get a set of pads for the front and back, some brake cleaner and a bottle of fluid if you think you'll need it.&nbsp\\; Also get a service manual.&nbsp\\; Much simpler than a car. &nbsp\\;

 

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Not only much simpler than a car, Sporty brake pads are the easiest of the H-D's. You shouldn't have any problems at all.

 

30 minute job, including a beer break between front and rear.

 

Well ****... if their easier than a car then I should be able to do them in my sleep and still have time for a beer break.

 

Use the aftermarket pads instead of the crappy HD ones

 

+1 Lyndall pads are highly recommended, either the Z-Plus or Gold. Better stopping, longer lasting and NO Brake Dust.
http://www.lyndallracingbrakes.com/apps.htm

 

get the service manual... it'll make your life easier

 

well then, it seems like i will be doing a brake job on my sporty very soon, thanks guys

 

be sure to get high temp brake pad grease for the back of the pads, to remove the caliper pegs you will need a 5mm rachet i belive, i know it is a 13point but i can not recall what one... if you can not figure it out, PM me and i will check in my shop for the right one for you... AHHH i can not belive i can not recall what size rachet that is!