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Jjoehler
Posted on Monday, May 08, 2006 - 08:46 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Does anyone have experience changing front brake pads on 2003 buell xb9s I would like to know how. I looked at the manual, but I was just wondering if any of you guys ran into any complications, or have any special methods that will make the job easier.
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12r
Posted on Tuesday, May 09, 2006 - 05:07 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

It goes pretty much by the book. Cleaning the pistons ensures they retract smoothly, and reduces the likelihood of trashing the seals. Pushing the pistons right back makes it easier to fit the new pads and I always put a smear of copaslip on the back of the pads before they go in.

Don't forget the anti-rattle shim
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Firebolteric_ma
Posted on Tuesday, May 09, 2006 - 07:42 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

TAPE THE RIM!!!! this is from experience. you WILL scratch them if you don't.
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