Squeaky front brakes - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

shaun82af · 08-05-2007, 06:40 PM

I have an 07 M50 Limited w/ 1800 miles. Everything is in good working order but the front brakes squeak. Is that bad or normal? Is there anything I can do to stop it? Thanks

saabe1 · 08-05-2007, 08:47 PM

I have an 06 and mine squeak every now and then (haven't noticed it for a little while, maybe it is too hot out). I figured it was normal. Sometimes it is irritating.. but I figured I'd live with it.... I have about 1400 miles.

Whiskey_williams · 08-05-2007, 08:47 PM

mine squeak too, my dealer said it's cuz alot of people don't use their front brakes as much as their rear. He said the more you use them the less they squeak, of course he also said he had to charge me more for my M50 cause he only had 2 left......

Rockhead · 08-05-2007, 08:55 PM

Start simple, Clean the disk with brake cleaner.

shaun82af · 08-05-2007, 08:56 PM

I think I use the front brakes more than the back, but try to use the both equally.

Easy Rider · 08-05-2007, 10:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shaun82af

I have an 07 M50 Limited w/ 1800 miles. Everything is in good working order but the front brakes squeak. Is that bad or normal? Is there anything I can do to stop it? Thanks

This seems to be a common complaint on several recent model Zuki's.
My little GZ even does it...a LOT.
The only permanent fix seems to be changing the pads to a different brand than OEM. I have decided to live with it until I actually NEED new pads.

womper · 08-06-2007, 05:39 AM

thanks for the post... i just came back from a 1000km ride and during the whole trip they were squeeking a bit more pronounced.

i didn't know if they were damaged or just brake dust making a mess. time to buy some brake cleaner.

profane · 08-06-2007, 05:48 AM

Mine does it. I've been told that it is because of over usage or riding the front brake to long. That the rotor has gotten to hot and I believe they said it would cause it to warp slightly. no big deal but....

thats what i was told. i can see it being valid but i don't know.

ickb · 08-06-2007, 09:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rockhead

Start simple, Clean the disk with brake cleaner.

Having owned at least 25 motorcycles with front disk brakes.. they could all be fixed with brake cleaner. The only exception a warped disc which was replaced by warranty. If you've worn through the disc pad and it's squeaking, you may have to replace more than the disc pad

womper · 08-07-2007, 02:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ickb

Having owned at least 25 motorcycles with front disk brakes.. they could all be fixed with brake cleaner. The only exception a warped disc which was replaced by warranty. If you've worn through the disc pad and it's squeaking, you may have to replace more than the disc pad

this gives me a warm and fuzzy.
it's a new bike and i only have 2000 miles on it... i'm not too agressive on the brakes either.

hell, i had a hyundai accent for 9 years and changed the front brakes at year 8 (65,000 miles) doubt the brakes on the bike would last that long

jimmiz · 08-07-2007, 09:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by womper

hell, i had a hyundai accent for 9 years

Best keep that stuff to yourself.

08-05-2007, 06:40 PM	#1 (permalink)
shaun82af Where Am I ? Joined: Jul 2007 Bike: Suzuki Boulevard M50 Limited '07 Location: Lakewood WA Posts: 37	Squeaky front brakes I have an 07 M50 Limited w/ 1800 miles. Everything is in good working order but the front brakes squeak. Is that bad or normal? Is there anything I can do to stop it? Thanks

08-05-2007, 08:47 PM	#2 (permalink)
saabe1 Seat Tester Joined: May 2006 Bike: 06 Suzuki M50 Blue Location: Wichita, KS Posts: 60	I have an 06 and mine squeak every now and then (haven't noticed it for a little while, maybe it is too hot out). I figured it was normal. Sometimes it is irritating.. but I figured I'd live with it.... I have about 1400 miles. __________________ 06 Suzuki M50 - Blue 05 Saab 9-2X Aero - Grey

08-05-2007, 08:47 PM	#3 (permalink)
Whiskey_williams Puddle Runner Joined: Feb 2007 Bike: Suzuki Boulevard M50 Location: Stationed in FL currently Posts: 382	mine squeak too, my dealer said it's cuz alot of people don't use their front brakes as much as their rear. He said the more you use them the less they squeak, of course he also said he had to charge me more for my M50 cause he only had 2 left...... __________________ "Some day you too will know my pain, and smile it's black tooth grin!" 07 Black M50, ISO handgrips, stiletto end caps, debadged and de-stickered, debaffled stock pipes, Hellcat windshield.

08-05-2007, 08:55 PM	#4 (permalink)
Rockhead M-J.Com Master Poster Joined: Jan 2006 Bike: M50 Location: 1060 West Addison, Chicago Posts: 3,767	Start simple, Clean the disk with brake cleaner. __________________ Greg Biffle #16

08-06-2007, 05:48 AM	#8 (permalink)
profane Wants Better Weather Joined: Jul 2006 Bike: '05 M50 Location: salisbury, nc Posts: 673	Mine does it. I've been told that it is because of over usage or riding the front brake to long. That the rotor has gotten to hot and I believe they said it would cause it to warp slightly. no big deal but.... thats what i was told. i can see it being valid but i don't know. __________________ Don't think that just because you own a motorcycle we should be friends.

08-05-2007, 08:56 PM	#5 (permalink)
shaun82af Where Am I ? Joined: Jul 2007 Bike: Suzuki Boulevard M50 Limited '07 Location: Lakewood WA Posts: 37	I think I use the front brakes more than the back, but try to use the both equally.

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
squeaky front	Blu	V-Star ship the enterprise	2	07-16-2007 07:14 PM
squeaky brakes 1998 intruder1500 lc	gbitters	Cruisers	8	03-27-2007 04:53 PM
squeaky brakes 1500 intruder lc	gbitters	Suzuki	1	03-22-2007 09:04 AM
squeaky brakes	theodoor	Mechanics Corner	6	11-23-2005 01:54 AM
Squeaky Front Brake	Hank_M50	Marauder M50 Secret Hideaway	8	08-10-2005 07:52 PM