So this weeks job is to replace the front pads. I made sure I ordered the correct (later) OEM pads for my 2013. My procedure on previous bikes has always been to remove the whole caliper but leave the brake lines attached. This helps me to make sure the pistons are properly cleaned before I push them back to make room for the new pads. My question is - does the addition of the SMC on this bike mean I have to change my method, or am I good to pull both calipers off the mountings? I guess I could leave the calipers in place but drop the wheel out to give me more room, but I would then be working upwards to get right round the pistons. My preference would be to remove them and invert them.
Thanks in advance for any advice - I promise not to ask whether to use DOT4 or brake cleaner to clean the pistons for fear of opening a whole can of worms
(Edit: I use neither, hand-hot water with a little dish detergent and an old toothbrush for cleaning, followed by clean water rinse. Brake cleaner if changing seals. Works for me. But didn't want to detract from my question about the SMC)
All the best
Graham
Thanks in advance for any advice - I promise not to ask whether to use DOT4 or brake cleaner to clean the pistons for fear of opening a whole can of worms
(Edit: I use neither, hand-hot water with a little dish detergent and an old toothbrush for cleaning, followed by clean water rinse. Brake cleaner if changing seals. Works for me. But didn't want to detract from my question about the SMC)All the best
Graham
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