What should I do if my brakes are making noise? What could be the possible reasons? How do I fix it?
- It could be due to the brake rotor or brake pads getting wet or contaminated with oil. If it's due to water, you can continue braking until the water evaporates. If it's due to oil contamination, you can lightly clean the rotor with alcohol or a neutral cleaner to remove the oil residue, and then replace the brake pads with new ones. After replacement, it's important to properly bed the new pads to the rotor to prevent recurrence of noise.
- It could be caused by the brake rotor rivets loosening over time. Tightening the rivets securely would be necessary, followed by testing to check for any remaining noise.
How does the disc rotor affect the braking force of the brake pads?
- If the caliper is not correctly installed on the frame, it needs to be readjusted to ensure it is securely fastened to the frame, maintaining equal spacing on both sides with a single side distance of approximately 0.3mm.
- If the protrusion of the piston is too large, a tool is needed to push the piston back. Care should be taken during this process to avoid damaging the brake pads. If it is difficult to push the piston back to the lowest point, you can first loosen the screws at the front end of the disc rotor and then push the piston back to the lowest point.
How should I clean disc brake rotors & restore brake pads performance? What tools and steps should I use?
Tools used: Pliers, flathead screwdriver, caliper, awl, brush, clean cloth, alcohol. Cleaning steps:
- Start by spraying alcohol onto a clean cloth.
- Wipe the brake lever, handlebar grip, and grip cover sequentially to remove dirt and sweat stains.
- Use pliers to remove the retaining rings from the caliper.
- Use a flathead screwdriver to loosen the screws on the opposite side of the caliper.
- Carefully remove the brake pads from the caliper. (Reminder: Avoid pressing the brake lever after removal.)
- After removing the brake pads, ensure not to lose the spring.
- Use a vernier scale to check the thickness of the brake pads and determine if replacement is necessary.
- How should I clean disc brake rotors & restore brake pads performance? What tools and steps should I use?
- Alcohol is the best choice for brake disc cleaning, as it can effectively remove mineral oil, grease, and brake dust, and it also dries quickly.
Sandpaper is the best choice for brake pads restoration. - Make sure the brake pads are aligned on each side of the brake disc during installation.
In conclusion, the key to solving brake noise lies in regular maintenance and inspection. Promptly identifying and addressing underlying issues can ensure the proper functioning of the brake system and provide a quieter and smoother riding experience.We're committed to providing the best quality, service, and experience possible to our customers. If you need an experienced and skillful brake pad supplier or are looking for custom brake pads, don't hesitate to Contact us.
