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Brake Pad Change

Discussion in 'Yamaha 250cc In-Line 4's' started by dave, Apr 13, 2010.

  1. dave

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    It applies to a 2KR caliper but it's pretty much the same for the 3LN's aswell, except for the retainer bolts.
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    This is easily done without taking the caliper off the bike, and takes about 5 minutes.

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    To change pads in a 2KR remove the pad cover




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    Remove the split pins and pull out the pad locating pins.



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    Pull the pads at least halfway out and squeeze at top with pliers or multigrips to force the pistons back into the calipers, using the disk as a fulcrum. It may be neccessary to add extra padding to get the pistons right back.


    Replace pads and put it all back together and pump the brakes until they are firm again and MAKE SURE THEY WORK BEFORE RIDING.

    I think the 3LN brakes are similar except there are no split pins and the pad locating pins have to be screwed out. Some-one will correct me if I am wrong.

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    Just from memory I think the 2KR rears are almost identical to the fronts except only 2 piston instead of 4. I am sure the pad change over is identical.

    The rear caliper has to come off bike to change pads. Then unscrew and remove the 2 pad retaining pins and it should be easy.

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