my dirt bike

r1_rider · #1 (**permalink**) 10-10-2005, 09:08 AM

hi all,

i've just got a new dirt bike, 110cc, $530 pickup, sounded a pretty good deal and looks pretty aswome too but haven't even finished assembling it yet. the front wheel needs to be installed still but the front hydraulic disc brake seems to be frozen shut and wont fit the disc in even when i try and lever it open. thats real quality for ya lol. if you've got any tips let me know. thanks

matt

ELX · #2 (**permalink**) 10-10-2005, 09:16 AM

You pulled the hydro lever before you put anything in between the pads didnt you? Thats not a good idea. You'l need to rebleed it probably.

r1_rider · #3 (**permalink**) 10-10-2005, 09:21 AM

just did it once at the place to make sure it worked lol

bummer, anyway to easily fix it?

r1_rider · #4 (**permalink**) 11-10-2005, 03:12 AM

this thing is just full of suprises, today i tried to start it but the neutral gear does not seem to exist anymore. it was there the first time but now it's gone!!!! wtf!!!!!! i know coz when i try to start it the back wheel spins and it wont shift any lower, help anyone? please? btw it's a manual clutch

fecksfx · #5 (**permalink**) 11-10-2005, 03:14 AM

Yeah, the fluid doesn't seem to return when no brake pressure is applied. I don't know how to fix that problem, or if it is just the way it is.
Here's how to open up the pads:

1) Loosen off the bleed screw (hollow bolt with a nipple) on the calliper.
2) Carefully prize the pads open. Try not to damage them. A bit of fluid will leak out of the bleed screw.
3) With pressure still on the pads, tighten the bleed screw back up. (Not too tight! They can break)
4) Fit wheel in place
5) Pump brake to bring caliper out. The reservoir should be big enough, but just check it doesn't empty out.
6) If all is OK - start it up, jump on and go hard.

Hope that helps