It seems unlikely, given that only Harleys seem to have noisy brakes. Gave the brakes a workout today but still doing it, does seem to vary just a little with speed and pressure though, going to bevel the pads and try a little copper grease on the backs of the pads and see if there's any noticeable effect.
Its the sintered pads on the vented discs
It's the same pads that have been there operating silently for the previous 4000 kms that I've owned it.
Smokey,My front brake makes a buzz when applying the brake, rear I dont know cause of the natural forward momentum cannot hear it + exhaust You mentioned this happening after a major service. Is it possible they removed the pads, cleaned them with brake cleaner and removed the buildup of brake dust, especially that in the slot half way in the pad that allows the heat to escape and also is the wear indicator? They possibly just need the brake dust to build up in them again. - think of sandpaper that fills with wood dust etcSome say its the air trapped in the disc holes being forced out when entering the pads too which sounds feasiblel too, vented / slotted discs on cars are noisy compared to unvented / slotted & cross drilledFor what its worth my trailbike does the same and also mountain bike both of which get when cleaning the bikes is with Dobatex which is like a degreaser to a point and the brakes always make noise for a bit after but effectiveness is still there just a thought & excuse to go for more rides !rob
Anyone *without* ABS have this noise from the front brake?
Yep, 2008 streetbob. 140000km, numerous brake pads, done it from new.
Yep bloody hot alright 42 on my patio yesterday !
What about trying the little spring before you swap em out Smokey
No worries Smokey. Have a look at that video I attached. Fellow had success “adding” one.
The spring didn't work.
