How do you remove the front brake pads?

CHRIS_D · 09-09-2010, 04:39 PM

Well I'm a bit embarrass

. I'm trying to replace my front brake pads on 08 ADV and I can't seem to remove the pin that holds the pads in the caliper. I have removed the one (only) clip that holds the pin in place, but can't figure out how to unscrew the pin out of the caliper. There's no head on pin to stick a hex wrench or screwdriver on. The rear brake pads have the "normal" two clip deal which once both clips are removed it makes it easy to remove the pin. What in world am I missing here on the front?

Thanks in advance!!

Johnf3 · 09-09-2010, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by CHRIS_D

Well I'm a bit embarrass

. I'm trying to replace my front brake pads on 08 ADV and I can't seem to remove the pin that holds the pads in the caliper. I have removed the one (only) clip that holds the pin in place, but can't figure out how to unscrew the pin out of the caliper. There's no head on pin to stick a hex wrench or screwdriver on. The rear brake pads have the "normal" two clip deal which once both clips are removed it makes it easy to remove the pin. What in world am I missing here on the front?

Thanks in advance!!

They just tap out. Use a drift punch and a hammer. They should come right out.

thugdog · 09-09-2010, 06:12 PM

+1, firm but gentle tap, tap, tap

...also note, just in case you get super frustrated, please NEVER apply flame/heat after using brake cleaner spray!

.

flyingreg · 09-09-2010, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by thugdog

...also note, just in case you get super frustrated, please NEVER apply flame/heat after using brake cleaner spray!

.

LOL, the picture that went through my mind as I read that line, totally priceless.

CHRIS_D · 09-10-2010, 04:04 AM

Thanks for the replys!

I did try to push it out with a punch but didn't want to start hammering on it until I was sure.

bikepsych · 02-16-2013, 12:50 PM

Did you get it out?

DirtyADV · 02-16-2013, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by bikepsych

Did you get it out?

Sure hope so since it was 2 years since he posted.

/Johan

Sadlsor · 02-19-2013, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by DirtyADV

Sure hope so since it was 2 years since he posted.

/Johan

Ha! That's a good one.
But in the event he DIDN"T get the pin out, I'd bet he needs new rotors now, too... and pistons.

CHRIS_D · 02-21-2013, 05:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Sadlsor

Ha! That's a good one.
But in the event he DIDN"T get the pin out, I'd bet he needs new rotors now, too... and pistons.

Yes I got the pin out.

09-09-2010, 04:39 PM	#1
CHRIS_D ^OP Studly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2008 Location: Southside of ATL, GA Oddometer: 634	How do you remove the front brake pads? Well I'm a bit embarrass . I'm trying to replace my front brake pads on 08 ADV and I can't seem to remove the pin that holds the pads in the caliper. I have removed the one (only) clip that holds the pin in place, but can't figure out how to unscrew the pin out of the caliper. There's no head on pin to stick a hex wrench or screwdriver on. The rear brake pads have the "normal" two clip deal which once both clips are removed it makes it easy to remove the pin. What in world am I missing here on the front? Thanks in advance!! __________________ 2011 Victory Cross Country 2006 Suzuki DR 650

09-09-2010, 06:12 PM	#3
thugdog Druid Revisionist Joined: Sep 2004 Oddometer: 396	+1, firm but gentle tap, tap, tap ...also note, just in case you get super frustrated, please NEVER apply flame/heat after using brake cleaner spray! . __________________ ....there's nothing more permanent than a temporary solution

09-10-2010, 04:04 AM	#5
CHRIS_D ^OP Studly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2008 Location: Southside of ATL, GA Oddometer: 634	Thanks for the replys! I did try to push it out with a punch but didn't want to start hammering on it until I was sure. __________________ 2011 Victory Cross Country 2006 Suzuki DR 650

02-16-2013, 12:50 PM	#6
bikepsych Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2010 Location: Gold Coast of California Oddometer: 109	Did you get it out? __________________ Bruce Camarillo, CA 2011 KTM Adventure 990 2009 Harley Road Glide

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