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Rear brake leaking
I have the motortrike razor kit. Had the master cylinder recall done. Now fluid is beading (slowly) under the caliper. All bleed values are tight and the lines are not leaking. Could they have done something to cause this because it was not leaking when I took it in. Thanks
I kind of doubt they could have. Are you 100% positive one of the bleed valves is not seeping just a tiny bit? Clean them off real good with brake parts cleaner then really stand on the brake peddle for a little while. Then go back and check the valves again with a piece of tissue paper. Good luck with the fix !!Originally Posted by razortrike
Jerry "Gold Rush" (aka: "SPOOK") San Angelo, TX
2015 GL1800/Roadsmith HTS1800
TOI - IBA #23804 (SS1K & BB1.5K)
I'm like an old race horse..... I can still run the race -- Just ache more at the finish line and need more rest between outings.
That is a good idea and will try that. I don"t think seals would go out that quick. Had it 4 years and 15000 miles. ThanksI kind of doubt they could have. Are you 100% positive one of the bleed valves is not seeping just a tiny bit? Clean them off real good with brake parts cleaner then really stand on the brake peddle for a little while. Then go back and check the valves again with a piece of tissue paper. Good luck with the fix !!
Some calipers bolt together in the middle, and occasionally a leak is cause from the seals between the halves.
Please keep in mind that anytime I share or give advice about a motorcycle, unless I state otherwise, I am always referring to GL1800's and no other.
You can also use 'Powder Spray'. Wipe the caliper clean and spray the powder on it and any leaks will be caught in the powder before they can drip away. This is what I use to find leaks that like to play hide 'n seek.
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leaking break fluid
Thanks for all your help everyone. Yes Goldrush one of the bleed valves was barely snug not tight. The motortrike caliper has 4 and I thought it only had 3. Tightened it down and now not leaking. Thanks again.
Glad you got that one fixed without a whole lot of problem. Hopefully it didn't let any air in the system..
Jerry "Gold Rush" (aka: "SPOOK") San Angelo, TX
2015 GL1800/Roadsmith HTS1800
TOI - IBA #23804 (SS1K & BB1.5K)
I'm like an old race horse..... I can still run the race -- Just ache more at the finish line and need more rest between outings.
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