eliminated brake squeal, I think

[MMcc]

Got fed up with loud brake squeal from the rear brakes especially when backing up. Dealer tried to fix with spray brake cleaner. That worked for about 20 minutes and then it came back loud as ever. I took the two bolts out that hold the pads to the caliper and I planned to apply some of the perma-tex backing to the pads. What I found was that the pads had worn a groove into the bolt shank. Called the dealer to see if he had replacement bolts and would they be covered under warranty. No bolts but he would order a set for me. Was not sure BRP would cover the cost. I took my bolts and with a file and sandpaper smoothed the shaft where the tabs from the pad locate. I did not do a fancy job just eliminated the ridge. Replaced the bolts and pads and took a test ride. Very little brake noise now.:yes: I then removed the bolts and pads and applied the anti squeal material and waited for it to dry about 20 minutes. Reassembled everything and went riding again. No noise of any kind from the rear brake. hyea: If you find the rear brake squealing check the bolts for wear grooves. Not sure if you need to apply the anti squeal material or not. Waiting for call from dealer that my new bolts are in. I called and left a message for Carlo also. Simple fix for mine that maybe will help others with the same problem.

 

[Havasu Rider]

hyea:Had the same problem. The dealer replaced the pads with 3rd generation pads and have not had a problem since.

 

[boborgera]

hyea:Had the same problem. The dealer replaced the pads with 3rd generation pads and have not had a problem since.

Same here; Replaced with 3rd Gen. pads. All quiet. :thumbup:

 

[NancysToy]

Good find! Wear in the bolts, sleeves, or pins will almost always result in brake noise. So will wear of the pad metal that allows them to be looser than normal. Another thing to check is for proper lubrication between the pins and sleeves. Nancy's were quite dry, and the noise level dropped considerably when lubed. The caliper won't float properly, allowing one pad to be loose enough to vibrate at low brake pressures. Use "Brake Caliper Lubricant" for this job...nothing else!

 

[micfitz]

part number for the "3rd" gen pads please ray:

 

[3whlLefty]

My dealer just ordered 3rd gen pads for me. Pad are under wty but labor is not. Hope the new pads will somehow also raise the contact point when I hit the pedal too. Not sure how that would happen with disc brakes but I'd sure like a shorter pedal action.

 

[boborgera]

part number for the "3rd" gen pads please ray:

REAR= 219800165; FRONT= 219800164
Made in USA

 

[Arthur---Mexico]

Shorter brake pedal action

Are you sure? A shorter brake pedal travel will cause the need for more pressure to be applied. You don't get something for nothing in physics.

You wrote: I'd sure like a shorter pedal action.

 

[Bob Denman]

REAR= 219800165; FRONT= 219800164
Made in USA

Thanks Bob! :thumbup:

As Scotty said, "Nice find!" Sometimes the best fixes are right in front of our very own noses...

 

[clueless]

there is a svc builtn for it somewhere. depends on mileage and length or ownership if they cover the pads for free and if they cover the labor for free.

+1 on the new pads being quieter :thumbup:

 

[MMcc]

Carlo called

there is a svc builtn for it somewhere. depends on mileage and length or ownership if they cover the pads for free and if they cover the labor for free.

+1 on the new pads being quieter :thumbup:

Carlo called me today and suggested that my file and fix on the rear caliper bolts was probably not the best idea.:lecturef_smilie: He wants me to take the spyder into the dealer for them to check out other possibilities for the rear brake noise. He also told me that BRP will cover the cost of the replacement pads and bolts. :clap: I had ordered the 3rd gen items from the dealer using a credit card. Thanks to all who provided that information. I plan to make an appointment for this work as soon as the dealer tells me the parts have arrived. Thanks Carlo for the call and information I really appreciate the help and advice that you have provided to me.