Brake Pads
Your new motorcycle is equipped with the optimum brake pad friction material available. It is selected to give the best performance possible under dry, wet and high operating temperature conditions. It exceeds all regulatory requirements currently in effect. However, during some braking conditions you may experience noise. This is normal for this friction material.
WARNINGAlways replace brake pads in complete sets for correct and safe brake operation. Improper brake operation could result in death or serious injury. (00111a)
- Check the brake disc as it spins. The disc should run true in the brake caliper.
- See Figure 1. Measure the thickness of the brake pad friction material.
- Refer to Table 1. If the brake pad friction material is at the minimum thickness or less, replace the pads. Always replace brake pads in pairs. See an authorized LiveWire dealer.
NOTE
The pads do not necessarily wear evenly. The grooves on the front brake pads are no longer visible when the pads are near the end of service life.
Table 1. Brake Specifications
MINIMUM THICKNESS | mm | in |
|---|---|---|
Brake pads | 0.5 | 0.020 |
Front brake discs | 4.5 | 0.177 |
Rear brake disc | 4.5 | 0.177 |
| 1 | Brake pad thickness |
| 2 | Backplate |
| 3 | Brake disc thickness |
Figure 1. Brake Thickness
Brake Disc
- Refer to Table 1. Check brake disc thickness and compare to value indicated in table.
- Replace if necessary. See an authorized LiveWire dealer.