Replace brake pads

[rkteck]

I did my front and back at 18,000 miles. If you have done disc brakes on a car, its the same thing.

I took my Spyder in yesterday because I am getting a "Brake failure warning". The dealer called me today and said I need new brake pads and that is the cause of the warning. I only have 9,300 miles on it and don't even use the brakes in most cases. I have the feeling they are just trying to sell something rather than figure out the real problem.

They also told me that most pads only last 8,000-11,000 miles. Anyone else replace brakes before hitting 10k?

[spyderbitten]

I too was getting the "Brake Failure" message with 15,000 miles. Checked brake fluid and one reservoir was a little low. Topped it off and all is well. That was 3 weeks ago. I doubt you need new pads, check the fluid levels first.

Mike

[yamahog]

For the rear brake caliper manual says to discard bolts when removing, any idea what size and type bolts, can i get them at hardware or dealer only?

[CanAmKidd]

More then likely the factory bolts have a locking agent on them. That's my guess is why they say replace. Did I hear someone say Loctite?

[elkk]

For the rear brake caliper manual says to discard bolts when removing, any idea what size and type bolts, can i get them at hardware or dealer only?

If you buy the Brake Pad Kit from Can Am it comes with new bolts pre-treated w loctite and spring clips. I see no reason why you couldn't clean and lube the old bolts, be sure to use loctite on the threads only.

[finless]

Be careful recommending 2012 and below brake replacement procedures with 2013 and above with the Brembo calipers. They are two different processes!

Bob

[Joerolwing]

For the rear brake caliper manual says to discard bolts when removing, any idea what size and type bolts, can i get them at hardware or dealer only?

They state this because they are included in the dealer's brake kit. I reused my original ones with my own blue thread locker.

[Itadsup]

I too was getting the "Brake Failure" message with 15,000 miles. Checked brake fluid and one reservoir was a little low. Topped it off and all is well. That was 3 weeks ago. I doubt you need new pads, check the fluid levels first.

Mike

Never add fluid to your reservoir as the pads ware down the fluid goes down.. Put new pads on the fluid goes up!!
Only add fluid when you flush the system and put new fluid in...

[Peteoz]

Never add fluid to your reservoir as the pads ware down the fluid goes down.. Put new pads on the fluid goes up!!
Only add fluid when you flush the system and put new fluid in...

I’m no brake expert, Itadsup, and this has not happened to me, but there are a number of threads on this where nanny kicks up a brake warning if the fluid level drops a little. Adding a spoonful of fluid clears the warning. That’s why you’ll find the advice to add a little fluid.

Pete

[bobnaquin]

I took my Spyder in yesterday because I am getting a "Brake failure warning". The dealer called me today and said I need new brake pads and that is the cause of the warning. I only have 9,300 miles on it and don't even use the brakes in most cases. I have the feeling they are just trying to sell something rather than figure out the real problem.

They also told me that most pads only last 8,000-11,000 miles. Anyone else replace brakes before hitting 10k?

I have 36,000 miles on a 2008 Spyder. Yes they are the originals. I have not changed them out since they are within spec. They do not squeal. I think you need a better dealer or there is something seriously wrong with your bike.