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Old 14-05-20, 12:51 AM   #11
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Default Re: Rear Brake Not Returning

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Old 14-05-20, 07:53 AM   #12
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Just bled the rear brake and its perfect now, the brake lever springs back and the rear wheel is free aswell so just needed a fluid change, didnt realise how much brake fluid can affect it like that but im still going to clean and grease up the pivot point of the brake lever.



Good idea, i will definitely be doing that as dont want a seized caliper. I need to get in the habit of renewing the brake fluid more regularly aswell. Thanks for all your help
If you haven't been pointed to it do yourself a favour and get a Can of ACF50,

http://www.acf-50.co.uk/motorcycle.htm

Apply a few drops to all linkages as it not only lubes but also holds back corrosion. I also use it on all my Electrical block connectors contacts and bulb holders. Also wipe the coolant pipes with a Rag with some on as it prevents them decaying/cracking.

You can get it from local Motorcycle shops now or eBay/Amazon. It seems expensive per tin but isn't as it goes a long long way if applied correctly. Can also be used as a corrosion prevention on chains
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Old 14-05-20, 03:33 PM   #13
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If you haven't been pointed to it do yourself a favour and get a Can of ACF50,

http://www.acf-50.co.uk/motorcycle.htm

Apply a few drops to all linkages as it not only lubes but also holds back corrosion. I also use it on all my Electrical block connectors contacts and bulb holders. Also wipe the coolant pipes with a Rag with some on as it prevents them decaying/cracking.

You can get it from local Motorcycle shops now or eBay/Amazon. It seems expensive per tin but isn't as it goes a long long way if applied correctly. Cam also be used as a corrosion prevention on chains
Thank you very much, i will definitely get some. Ive heard of it before just never got any, dont know why lol. Thanks for your help ill order a can now
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Old 14-05-20, 08:05 PM   #14
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Brake fluid attracts water which causes corrosion, changing it regularly can prevent corrosion in brake system, the other problem is that water boils at a much lower temperature than brake fluid and under prolonged heavy braking can be an loss of brakes - thank goodness for good engine braking on SV...more modern brake fluids are also less viscous than before to cater for ABS - Mobil make an ESP version of fluids that are thinner.
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