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Sqeeky brakes

Discussion in 'Motorcycle Tech Talk' started by Hambone, Aug 17, 2009.

  1. Hambone

    Hambone New Member

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    I have a 1995 FLTHC, Everytime I turn the frontend my front brakes sqeek . This is driving nuts . I don't see anything wrong but anyone could help me it would be appreciated
    Hambone, Aug 17, 2009
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  3. HarleysLR

    HarleysLR Active Member

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    Could be a warped rotor applying just enough pressure when you turn so the pads drag a little. Does it squeak when you apply regular brake pressure? Lift front end off ground rotate wheel to see if it squeaks then turn and rotate. Can you feel any drag on wheel as it turns? Some brands of brake pads squeak more than others, I’ve never had trouble with fronts squeaking but have a had lots of squeaky rear brakes. Excess dust will cause squeaking too.
    HarleysLR, Aug 17, 2009
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  4. Hambone

    Hambone New Member

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    Even when I'm backing my bike into the garage and I turn the bars I get a squeaking. If I just apply a small amount of pressure it does go away
    Hambone, Aug 17, 2009
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  5. chucktx

    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    make sure the pads are returning back into the cups....they may be trying to **** just a bit. i had stock pads on mine and they did like yours....i changed to lyndall brake pads....problem solved....
    chucktx, Aug 17, 2009
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  6. Hambone

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    You know Iwas wondering if it could be bad pads. But I'll be sure to check that out Thanks so much
    Hambone, Aug 17, 2009
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  7. cowboy

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    yep what chucktx said & get lyndell pads
    cowboy, Aug 17, 2009
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