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Old Jul 21, 2005 | 12:31 AM
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Default Front Brake Noise, Not Squeal

I got the bike a couple weeks ago. Its a 2004 Ultra with 6600 miles on it. I haven't had time to go back to the dealer for a few warrenty items yet.

The front brakes make a grinding noise that I can hear a low speeds, up to about 30 MPH. It is not a squeal. Almost sounds like a rock is in there, but visual check shows nothing. Any ideas? Thanks
 
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Old Jul 21, 2005 | 01:03 AM
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The harley brakes do make some noise, more than others it seems, If you want to be sure, pull the pads and check them so you will not damage the rotors by waiting. They'll also make more noise if the bike sits a while and some slight rust accumulates on the rotors
 
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Old Jul 22, 2005 | 11:31 PM
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I agree, I have an '02 and can't get totally rid of the brake noise. Cleaning helps, but only for awhile.
 
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Old Jul 23, 2005 | 03:01 AM
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Ive noticed the same noise, I think its normal, Harley pads seems to be pretty hard, If you have pad left not metal to metal dont worry about it.
 
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Old Jul 23, 2005 | 04:20 PM
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Normal...mine does it too, they're just REAL close to the rotor and rub a little tiny bit

Mac
 
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Old Jul 24, 2005 | 12:38 AM
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Every Harley I have ever rode, or ridden next to, makes the exact same noise. They all do this from my experience.
 
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Old Jul 24, 2005 | 06:59 AM
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mine is more like a air type noise....sounds like the vented disc are working!! just me tho!
 
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