TFT Posted January 30, 2010 Share Posted January 30, 2010 Last summer I noticed a noise from the front wheel on Jackie's 2001 XX. I thought it might have been the front wheel bearing. I was removing the wheel and it now seemed like the brakes were dragging. I pulled the left brake off (the side with the LBS) and could definitely see that brake was dragging, though the other brake was also dragging. removing them both the wheel turned freely, so no apparent issue with the wheel bearings. What could be wrong? It looks like maybe the forks are a bit twisted Where is a good place to buy ebc brake pads? Spacers seem to be correct. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redbird Posted January 31, 2010 Share Posted January 31, 2010 1) That pad is shot and has been for awhile, there's your noise. 2) Some drag is normal, how many times will the wheel rotate if you give it a strong spin? 3) It's not uncommon for the pads on the left caliper to wear unevenly like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomek Posted January 31, 2010 Share Posted January 31, 2010 It is well known fact chromed wheels accelerate brake pad wear. Seriously,pads are killed,and yes,they don`t wear evenly. It has been a while but Chaparral Motorsports used to have really good prices on EBCs. Make sure those pistons are clean before pushing them back into calipers.Brake parts cleaner and soft brush work very well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveK Posted January 31, 2010 Share Posted January 31, 2010 Tim's an amateur and forgot to tell you the most important step.... #4 Sell it. :0) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TFT Posted January 31, 2010 Author Share Posted January 31, 2010 Tim, I gave the wheel a hard spin, it rotated about 4 revolutions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomek Posted January 31, 2010 Share Posted January 31, 2010 Then you have nuttingtoworryaboutit,just fuggedaboutit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redbird Posted January 31, 2010 Share Posted January 31, 2010 It's fine. Clean up the pistons, replace the pads, done. Oh, and keep a better eye on on your brakes from now on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbrxxquad Posted January 31, 2010 Share Posted January 31, 2010 It is funny that the lack of bearing clearance prevents the wobble that pushes the pads back in and relieves the drag of the pads, if the relief hole is clear of particulate matter in the master cylinder. Call if that is not clear. I will talk Texan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lensmanxx Posted January 31, 2010 Share Posted January 31, 2010 I would also clean/ check the pistons (pots) on the brakes to make sure they are not sticking. I've read enough letters sent to the bike mags where the mechanic recommends that they be cleaned and checked for dirt, rust, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Banshee Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 I have often found that after some time, usually several pad sets, there is a lip around the edge of the disc rim. This is the first bit to start rubbing when the pads are getting close to end of life. The longer the disc has been in use, the bigger the lip & sooner it starts rubbing. Just think of it as an early warning system for when you don't look at the pads often enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcskisfast Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 I had a problem with my rear brake draggin, it was the master cylinder. It was so bad it blued the rotor, lucky it was under warrenty. It your rotor is not discolored really bad you probably don't have a problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbrxxquad Posted February 2, 2010 Share Posted February 2, 2010 I am wondering if maybe she is touching the rear pedal a little and preventing the relief hole in the master from letting the pads retract. Might adjust the pedal to help too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattrosswalker Posted April 5, 2010 Share Posted April 5, 2010 If you're brakes were dragging make sure and put your rotors on a lathe and check the tolerances on those...brakes take motion and dissipate that energy into heat to provide stopping...however...too much heat and those rotors will warp which can screw with you bad. Also...check the caliper pistons and seals...make sure they're clean and not pitted/damaged and are clean. Check your master cylinder...that relief hole is CRITICAL for relieving your brakes...if it's clogged even partially...it will mess you up! Regular brake maintenance is a necessity...these birds can build up some speed quick...and you need to be able to stop it eventually Change your pads...and don't forget to change the fluid and bleed those brakes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JB4XX Posted April 5, 2010 Share Posted April 5, 2010 Busa brakes do that tooo....ask Byrdman! I have some front calipers if you need them Tom, come to Rednexxt and they are free! Chrome wheels are gay! I would sell them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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