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Brake pads and shoes

Discussion in 'XJ Modifications' started by Gohnmad, Aug 29, 2016.

  1. Gohnmad

    Gohnmad New Member

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    I just picked this bike up in July. It has been sitting for almost 2 years. The brakes sqwheel when I first start riding. Planning to rebuild brakes over the winter. Any suggestions on material composition?
     

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    Xjrider92117 Active Member

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    Start a conversation with chacal. He'll set you up.
     
    Xjrider92117, Aug 29, 2016
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    However.....

    Rebuild the damned brakes NOW. They are the most important system on a motorcycle, and a rebuild is far cheaper than even a short ambulance ride.
     
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    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    Or a long hearse ride.......
     
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    Toomanybikes Well-Known Member

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    Those piggyback shocks should be reservoir at the top if they will fit that way
     
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    Thanks, I have replaced those shocks just this past weekend due to leaking. Those shocks seemed bad when I got the bike.
     
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    They look like Marzocchi in which case they were normally fitted reservoir at the bottom
     
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    You ate correct. They were leaking alot so I replaced with a oem style.
     
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