Front pad replacement (Curvy) - SV650.org

21-12-05, 02:00 PM

Is it a simple job? Un-bolt the calipers, prise the pistons back into position, swap pads, re-connect, ride carefully?

Or is it a front wheel off job? in which case needing a front fork stand?

Any particularly good pads to go far? Im a commuter and do so every day (30 miles each way), but do like to "enjoy" the bike in the summer taking rides out etc..

Cheers

Viney · 21-12-05, 02:21 PM

Its as easy as that. However if the pistons are a little stuck it can be a while.

Just be gentle for the 1st 50 miles or so no heavy braking(intentional anyway)

Id recomend Carbonne Lorraine pads. The cheaper end of the range. They are IMHO as good as the HH's but dont eat ya discs which i found

21-12-05, 02:58 PM

I hoped it would be. Didn't fany taking off the front wheel just to replace the pads.

Top dollar, cheers dude

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21-12-05, 04:37 PM

Maybe consider ensuring that the pad retaining pins are going to be removable before you dive in to the whole job head first? Give them a gentle spray with WD40 or similar and let them soak for a couple of hours then try and turn them by using some kind of grips or pliers.This is one of the most common snags of pad replacement. before refitting them clean them up with emery paper and apply a slight smear of grease or perhaps copper slip just to ensure they do not seize in the caliper for next time.
A gentle rub on the surface of your new pads with a fine wet and dry type paper will reduce the bedding in time for the new pads.

northwind · 21-12-05, 05:05 PM

It's worth taking the time to give the pistons a proper clean while you're down there too.

22-12-05, 02:47 PM

As above, plus... don't forget to remove the 'shims' from the old pads. I did and had to recover 'em from the bin and start all over again

21-12-05, 02:00 PM	#1
Daimo Guest Posts: n/a	Front pad replacement (Curvy) Is it a simple job? Un-bolt the calipers, prise the pistons back into position, swap pads, re-connect, ride carefully? Or is it a front wheel off job? in which case needing a front fork stand? Any particularly good pads to go far? Im a commuter and do so every day (30 miles each way), but do like to "enjoy" the bike in the summer taking rides out etc.. Cheers

21-12-05, 02:58 PM	#3
Daimo Guest Posts: n/a	I hoped it would be. Didn't fany taking off the front wheel just to replace the pads. Top dollar, cheers dude \/

21-12-05, 05:05 PM	#5
northwind Moderator Mega Poster Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: In the garage where I belong Posts: 17,083	It's worth taking the time to give the pistons a proper clean while you're down there too. __________________ "We are the angry mob, we read the papers every day We like what we like, we hate what we hate But we're oh so easily swayed"

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21-12-05, 02:21 PM	#2
Viney Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: In the shadows to the left Posts: 7,700	Its as easy as that. However if the pistons are a little stuck it can be a while. Just be gentle for the 1st 50 miles or so no heavy braking(intentional anyway) Id recomend Carbonne Lorraine pads. The cheaper end of the range. They are IMHO as good as the HH's but dont eat ya discs which i found

21-12-05, 04:37 PM	#4
Peter Henry Guest Posts: n/a	Maybe consider ensuring that the pad retaining pins are going to be removable before you dive in to the whole job head first? Give them a gentle spray with WD40 or similar and let them soak for a couple of hours then try and turn them by using some kind of grips or pliers.This is one of the most common snags of pad replacement. before refitting them clean them up with emery paper and apply a slight smear of grease or perhaps copper slip just to ensure they do not seize in the caliper for next time. A gentle rub on the surface of your new pads with a fine wet and dry type paper will reduce the bedding in time for the new pads.

22-12-05, 02:47 PM	#6
svpilot Guest Posts: n/a	As above, plus... don't forget to remove the 'shims' from the old pads. I did and had to recover 'em from the bin and start all over again