Brake piston that dont move.
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Brake piston that dont move.
One of the piston in front right side dont move. The pad is always brake. Any easy solution to make this moving again?
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Re: Brake piston that dont move.
You're going to have to remove the caliper (should do both) and completely disassemble and clean it. Removing pistons, seals etc. Probably water contaminated brake fluid is the culprit. I would guess there is rust/corrosion present.
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Re: Brake piston that dont move.
Torsen, Member/Friend towerworker is totally correct. To guarantee a quick and trusted repair, most shops will insist on complete caliper replacement. If you want to do it yourself -or- have someone qualified be guided to inexpensively and systematically salvage the undamaged old parts, go here:
http://r1150r.org/board/viewtopic.php?f=26&t=30659
http://r1150r.org/board/viewtopic.php?f=26&t=30659
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Re: Brake piston that dont move.
Hi Rob
Was hoping and glad you joined in. Torsen........CycleRob is the official defacto authoritative expert on all things BMW and probably any two-wheeled contrivance with an internal combustion engine! Heed therefore what he says!
Was hoping and glad you joined in. Torsen........CycleRob is the official defacto authoritative expert on all things BMW and probably any two-wheeled contrivance with an internal combustion engine! Heed therefore what he says!
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'05 RT
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'03 R
CB750
KZ750
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