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From one issue to the next... Front brakes.

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by Killerkhezu, May 28, 2017.

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    Killerkhezu New Member

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    This is what I get for buying a 30+ year old bike that had been sitting outside for a good 4-10 years...

    My front brake caliper will engage but will not disengage. I know there is a rebuild key for about $100 on the xj4ever page. But my question is, is there an after market caliper I can use on an 82 xj650? The one thats on there is in pretty rough shape.
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    I guarantee you that making an adapter plate to fit a different caliper will cost you more than cleaning, painting, and rebuilding the one you already own.
     
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    Jetfixer Well-Known Member

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    Rebuild the caliper ...to get the piston out one method I use it is messy but works pull caliper where the brake hose leads to caliper hook up a grease gun and pump it till piston comes out . Clean out the grease replace seals inside the caliper as long as piston is not pitted you good to go.
     
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