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Old Jun 29, 2006 | 08:35 AM
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Sorry to rehash this topic, but I am taking the scoot in for the 1000mi next week and would like the stealer to do something about that obnoxious break squeal. I know that the current "fix" is the expandable foam method, but I feel this is not an acceptable repair method for a $20K motorcycle. Does anyone have an idea of how I can talk the service department into replacing the rotors with floaters ?
 
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Old Jun 29, 2006 | 12:43 PM
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You don't need foam and you don't need floating rotors all you need is to change the pads to Lyndall racing pads. I changed mine about 3000 miles ago and haven't had one squeak or squeal since. You can find a local dealer on their web site or just order from them. http://www.lyndallracingbrakes.com/home.htm
 
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Old Jun 29, 2006 | 01:23 PM
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I have a o6 SG 2 week old that had brake squeal problems, I fixed it by removing the pads and using a file angled the leading edge off which corrected the problem. I can't get the dealer or harley to tell me anything.

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Old Jun 29, 2006 | 02:14 PM
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Another fix that works is swapping sides on the stock rotors, simple job, no cost , no squeal since 3000K.
 
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Old Jun 29, 2006 | 02:19 PM
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Stock rotors are about as cheap & ugly as it gets! Switch to floaters, no squeal and look cool. Swap for better quality pads when the stock pads wear out.[8D]
 
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Old Jun 29, 2006 | 04:46 PM
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Swap rotors left to right. It works.
 
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Old Jun 29, 2006 | 05:16 PM
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I got the impression, from a previous post on this issue, that the rotors have a different part number for left or right. If this is true, I would not feel comfortable swapping them to opposite sides.
 
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Old Jun 29, 2006 | 05:37 PM
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The front brakes on my '03 Ultra Classic with 6500 miles squeal pretty loud.
 
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Swap rotors left to right. It works.
I've read this many times as a fix. I don't doubt that it works but does anyone know why or how it works?
 
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Old Jun 29, 2006 | 06:25 PM
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Default RE: Brake Squeal

I agree with you! However, this needs to be done every 3000-4000 miles. If you use more Front Brakes. I haven't tried to swap rotors, but will try that too! Switching to Lyndall or SBS pads does help as well.

ORIGINAL: nukeguy

I have a o6 SG 2 week old that had brake squeal problems, I fixed it by removing the pads and using a file angled the leading edge off which corrected the problem. I can't get the dealer or harley to tell me anything.

Good Luck
 
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