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29-10-12, 09:51 AM
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Front brake shims missing?
Just replacing the front pads and after removing the old pads I could find no trace of either shim! Haynes manual shows them. I take I they should be there?
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29-10-12, 10:01 AM
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Re: Front brake shims missing?
Yes they are anti squeal shims, you won't die horribly if they are omitted.
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29-10-12, 04:59 PM
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Re: Front brake shims missing?
What bike are you referring to?
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29-10-12, 06:26 PM
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Re: Front brake shims missing?
I am referring to an SV650s K6 non ABS. I have fitted them without shims and added plenty of copper grease on the backs of the pads. I have tested them and been for a ride. Wow now I have some great stopping power. The pads were down to 4mm!
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29-10-12, 06:37 PM
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Re: Front brake shims missing?
4mm is loads of pad.
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29-10-12, 07:39 PM
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You just have to squeez harder with worn pads
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29-10-12, 08:49 PM
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Re: Front brake shims missing?
YC is spot on! No dramas although you might get some squealing from time to time.
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