How to change brake pads

[Iris]

I have looked for quite a while and can't find any good pics on how to change brake pads on my 2005 abs fjr.

I did find the one on https://www.fjrtech.com/getdbitem.cfm?item=5

but that doesn't really show good pictures. Anyone have any other links?

Thanks....

Iris

 

[03HiYoSilver]

herfjr,

Here is a link to some rear pad changebut non-abs:

https://www.fjrforum.com/forum//index.php?s...st&p=215670

Just have to be more careful with the ABS sensor.

 

[user 6393]

I need to do my fronts when I get home

 

[Toecutter]

Last time I changed mine, using this as a guide, I popped the pistons out and cleaned the bores and the seals before reassembling. I left the o-rings in place, and no leaks developed. I was careful to put the pistons back into the same bore they came out of. I'll probably change the o-rings next time.

I also used this break-in procedure on the new pads....

 

[Iris]

Thanks for all the replies. They were a big help and really appreciated!

-Iris

 

[03HiYoSilver]

Good Luck with it and tell us how it goes!

 

[ZOOOMM]

Well, the local dealer sold us (4) pair of brake pads to do both FJRs. We just finished installing the pads and found that both front tires do not spin very well. Iris' front wheel is much more tight than mine. Even though the new pads look similar to the original pads, we noted that the label on the packaging for the new pads indicates YZF-R1 '98-99. Does this mean they sold us the wrong fricken pads. The sales invoice indicates MFG Alternate 5JJW004500, YAM 4XV-W0045-00-00.

05 FJR1300ABS

Has anyone here, had this happen? Are these YZF-R1 '08-99 pads suppose to fit the FJR?

Good thing I don't own a gun. (just kiddin, sort of) or maybe I'm over-reacting.

 

[Geezer]

So, how did you and Iris wear out brake pads? I've never seen brake lights shining on either of your bikes.

The front brake pads for an '05 FJR is BRAKE PAD KIT 5JJ-W0045-00-00 so if that is what you got then you have the right ones.

It is normal to have a little drag that clears up after using the brakes a few times. If you think it is too much then you may want to try a couple of things:

Did the brakes drag immediately after you put the calipers on or did it happen after you squeezed the brake lever?

I suggest that you loosen the calipers and examine them carefully to make sure that you don't have something out of place. Then put the calipers back on the rotors, but don't bolt them yet. Wiggle them side to side to press the pistons in as far as possible and then pump the brake lever until they grab. Make sure both calipers are on the rotors before you pump. Do that a couple of times. The idea is to work the pistons in and out a couple of times to free up any binds. Then bolt them up and see if it helps.

If you haven't done it yet, flush some fresh brake fluid through the calipers.

 

[Iris]

Ok........It seems we have the correct part afterall. The part number is different but is supposedly interchangeable with the one for the FJR.

Jim's bike seemed to be fine after installing the brake pads.

Mine was being very difficult. It was a struggle even trying to get them slid into place. Once it was in, before ever squeezing the brake lever, I could hardly rotate the wheel.

After talking to our friend (Dave the Brit), he suggested removing one of the brake pads (to relieve pressure), then open the top of the brake fluid reservoir to allow the pressure to be released when trying to reinstall the brake pad.

We're going to try that this evening.

We'll let you know how it goes......

 

[dj bill]

I need to do my fronts when I get home

(cant believe no ones replied)

ive seen your fronts,they are doable...lol

 

[Geezer]

After talking to our friend (Dave the Brit), he suggested removing one of the brake pads (to relieve pressure), then open the top of the brake fluid reservoir to allow the pressure to be released when trying to reinstall the brake pad.
We're going to try that this evening.

We'll let you know how it goes......

You should not have to remove the top of the brake fluid reservoir unless it is very full. In that case you should sponge some out so there is some room for fluid to flow back into the reservoir from the caliper. Be very careful with brake fluid because it will damage your paint if it gets on there.

I think Dave is thinking about the same kind of problem I suggested above. Be careful to not pump the brake lever with the pad out because that will allow the piston to get pushed out of the caliper and you will have to get it back in and then bleed out all of the air.

 

[radman]

If excess fluid is suspected (and even if it isn't), open the caliper bleeder to purge excess as piston is pressed in, this is the preferred method . Top off as needed with fresh fluid when done.

 

[Iris]

You guys are right......opening up the caliper bleeder seems easier. I'll do it that way.

 

[user 6393]

I need to do my fronts when I get home

(cant believe no ones replied)

ive seen your fronts,they are doable...lol

...............*smacksyaupsidedahead*

 

[FJRBluesman]

I need to do my fronts when I get home

(cant believe no ones replied)ive seen your fronts,they aredoable...lol

...............*smacksyaupsidedahead*

C'mon Barb, it's Bill. :rofl:

 

[Toecutter]

I need to do my fronts when I get home

(cant believe no ones replied)

I've had way too much anti-harassment training to even think of going there....

 

[Iris]

All done with my new brakes!!!

I did end up bleeding the caliper. It only needed to bleed about a table spoon. All is good.

The whole process was simple once it was done once.......like anything else I guess.

Thanks for all the help

 

[03HiYoSilver]

Glad to hear about your 1st successful brake change. It does appear pretty daunting at first.

Thanks for letting us know.

 

[jerome burley]

Just curious Iris, how many miles on your 05's? Trying to get a guideline how long mine will last. Thanks, Jerome