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Message started by feelinjunky on 08/13/11 at 13:00:03

Title: Brakes
Post by feelinjunky on 08/13/11 at 13:00:03

I have a couple general questions regarding brakes. When should one REALLY replace brake fluid in the Savage? I know in my car, they recommend every 40k or so and the brake fluid hasn't been changed in 16 years and 170,000 miles and everything runs fine, but it's totally different for a car obviously.

My reason for asking is that lately I've been having to press harder and harder on the front brake in order to stop the bike. I remember last year, I didn't have to press as hard. I don't think it's the pads because they only have about 5000 miles on them, and they look fine...I appreciate any input. Thanks.

Title: Re: Brakes
Post by verslagen1 on 08/13/11 at 13:22:39

The brake fluid doesn't get hot like a car. I think maybe every 5 years at most. Or when it takes color.

Title: Re: Brakes
Post by feelinjunky on 08/13/11 at 13:25:44

That sounds right. I'm going on 11 years with stock brake fluid so I think it's time for a change. It's not that expensive anyway and easy to replace because there's only one caliper. I'll just go to the auto parts store and buy a bottle next time I get the chance. Thanks.

Title: Re: Brakes
Post by verslagen1 on 08/13/11 at 17:40:16

Don't drain it completely then fill it.
It's hard to get started again.

Gravity drain works fine.
put a hose on the caliper bleeder, open it, wait for it to start, then when it does, keep the master full.