Kawasaki 1400 GTR

1400 GTR - All Models => 1400GTR Discussion => Topic started by: tapps on July 22, 2021, 09:55:40 PM

Title: brake discs
Post by: tapps on July 22, 2021, 09:55:40 PM
i noticed today when i applied the front brake lever, it pulsated, would that be due to warped disc's, if that's the case would you be comfortable in fitting let's say armstrong disc's as opposed to the OEM at silly prices, it may be time to replace them after 33,000 mile's of use.
Title: Re: brake discs
Post by: Lonewolf on July 22, 2021, 10:28:57 PM
It could be down to warped discs, have you checked the discs, I take it they haven't picked up any grease or other contaminants from the road? 

As for alternative replacement discs, you don't need to use OEM ones, there are Chinese alternatives on Ebay which I understand from Asif work just fine.
Title: Re: brake discs
Post by: O.C. on July 23, 2021, 06:54:18 AM
Before splashing out on new discs, have you made sure that the disc bobbins are clean and free

Iv'e attached a video clip showing how its done in case you haven't heard of this   :yes:

Apologies if you have already done this, otherwise it may be worth giving it a go

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qoPqN2GBdw

Title: Re: brake discs
Post by: tapps on July 23, 2021, 06:46:07 PM
Quote from: O.C. on July 23, 2021, 06:54:18 AMBefore splashing out on new discs, have you made sure that the disc bobbins are clean and free

Iv'e attached a video clip showing how its done in case you haven't heard of this  :yes:

Apologies if you have already done this, otherwise it may be worth giving it a go

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qoPqN2GBdw


i have done it in the past, i will do it and see if there's any differance.thank's for the tip.
Title: Re: brake discs
Post by: O.C. on July 23, 2021, 09:39:24 PM
It's worth trying...good luck and keep us posted   :yes:   
Title: Re: brake discs
Post by: Burchy on July 24, 2021, 11:20:13 AM
I replaced mine with Arashi discs bought through Aliexpress.  No issues with them after I fitted them
Title: Re: brake discs
Post by: O.C. on August 13, 2021, 02:07:14 PM
I was wondering if you had sorted the issue tapps ? 
Title: Re: brake discs
Post by: tapps on August 17, 2021, 10:30:02 AM
Quote from: O.C. on August 13, 2021, 02:07:14 PMI was wondering if you had sorted the issue tapps ? 
i turned the bobbin's with a nut & bolt, applying brake cleaner, with a socket wrench, they turned easily, there didn't seem to be alot of brake dust running in through the brake cleaner, yet to take the bike out to see if there's any improvement.
Title: Re: brake discs
Post by: O.C. on August 17, 2021, 01:10:57 PM
Quote from: tapps on August 17, 2021, 10:30:02 AMi turned the bobbin's with a nut & bolt, applying brake cleaner, with a socket wrench, they turned easily, there didn't seem to be alot of brake dust running in through the brake cleaner, yet to take the bike out to see if there's any improvement.

Good luck, it may provide some improvement, if not then there's nothing lost
Title: Re: brake discs
Post by: tapps on August 29, 2021, 06:32:58 PM
Quote from: O.C. on August 17, 2021, 01:10:57 PMGood luck, it may provide some improvement, if not then there's nothing lost
Just thought i'd let you know  there is indeed an improvement  :clap:
Title: Re: brake discs
Post by: O.C. on August 29, 2021, 06:47:47 PM
it's good to hear there's some improvement

It may not be the best result, or a permanent one, fingers crossed    :clap: