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toeknee
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adding brake fluid

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so I noticed my brake fluid is low (I don’t think there is a leak) because i didn’t see any on the floor under my bike. but there is a little squeaking going on when i come to a stop.

I thought I saw a video and tutorial on here a couple years ago on the process of adding brake fluid, i did a search and it only came up with like 6 results (non of them actually covered adding brake fluid, but rather had the words 'brake' and 'fluid' in the threads)

((I have no motorcycle/automotive knowledge)) so i like watching as many 'how to' videos as I can to gain confidence before attempting diy stuff..

Any one wanna help a brotha out???
Thanks in advance
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Post by roasteroo »

If your fluid is low and there is no leak, its time for pads. Order pads before you take it apart.
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I agree... No leak? Not low on fluid.... Your pads are thin . That's probably what's making the noise.
Change your pads and your fluid level will come back up. .. Good luck
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Post by fisher1 »

I agree... No leak? Not low on fluid.... Your pads are thin . That's probably what's making the noise.
Change your pads and your fluid level will come back up. .. Good luck
.... and then bleed the brake to get fresh fluid in.
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I don't bleed the brake after a pad change.. No need to.. Just do not open the fluid system anywhere....
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my viewing glass to the brake fluid reservoir is showing that i am low..

probly should have mentioned that.. sorry :roll:
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Which means the pads/shoes are wearing check them like they said...
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Post by magnato1 »

Ok, come on guys and gals, OP said they have no knowledge, telling him to bleed the brakes or chanes the pads probably doesn't help at all. Anyone have a link to a DIY vid on changes pads, bleeding lines, and adding brake fluid?
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Post by fisher1 »

Ok, come on guys and gals, OP said they have no knowledge, telling him to bleed the brakes or chanes the pads probably doesn't help at all. Anyone have a link to a DIY vid on changes pads, bleeding lines, and adding brake fluid?
Just go to UTube and enter "scooter brake bleed" or "scooter brake pad change".
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Recommendations Brake Pads

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My brake fluid is low and I came across this, do you guys have any recommendations for front brake pads or are they all pretty much the same?
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Post by Stanza »

All the stella models had the same front pads, which is part number C-4721834. You can find them just about anywhere.
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Thanks!
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