March 18, 201115 yr Hi there Can anyone heip me iam new to trials Both my brake dics are loose and move backwards and forwards,but the holding bolts are tight. Is this right? regards wayne
March 18, 201115 yr Hi there Can anyone heip me iam new to trials Both my brake dics are loose and move backwards and forwards,but the holding bolts are tight. Is this right? regards wayne A small amount of float is correct.
March 18, 201115 yr A small amount of float is correct. Like Pete says, a small amount of "float" is correct as it allows the disk to align in the pads when they contract. Even if the disk is a solid mount, like most rear disks, if you rock the bike forward and backward with the brake applied lightly, you will detect a small amount of movement and that is the pads moving slightly in the caliper housing. The front does the same thing. Jon
March 20, 201115 yr Author Like Pete says, a small amount of "float" is correct as it allows the disk to align in the pads when they contract. Even if the disk is a solid mount, like most rear disks, if you rock the bike forward and backward with the brake applied lightly, you will detect a small amount of movement and that is the pads moving slightly in the caliper housing. The front does the same thing. Jon Hi Jon Thanks again for your help,you have put my mind at rest as I thought my hubs where worn. Ive got a biger problem broke my kickstart shaft to day. thanks again wayne
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