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13 May 2021 11:55 #848392 by msb811
1983 KZ 750 L3 Front brakes pulsin was created by msb811
Hello,
As the title suggests my front breaks are squeaking and pulsing slowly at slow speeds. I don't notice it at all when braking above 20km/h but when coming to a stop its bad enough I have trouble meeting the ground with my foot smoothly.
My brake rotors are also scored rotationally so I'm thinking its time for new pads and rotors. Does anyone have any leads on what my problem might be/ where I can find rotors for the bike? I checked Partzilla but they put a set of 2 front rotors at 700 CAD...

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13 May 2021 17:35 #848404 by Street Fighter LTD
Replied by Street Fighter LTD on topic 1983 KZ 750 L3 Front brakes pulsin
Contact Truedisk in Michigan to get the rotors  resurfaced


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13 May 2021 18:50 #848406 by ghostdive
Replied by ghostdive on topic 1983 KZ 750 L3 Front brakes pulsin
If your current are too thin to have resurfaced, I think EBC makes rotors. Maybe $150 apiece, if memory serves. 

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11 Aug 2021 09:21 #853574 by msb811
Replied by msb811 on topic 1983 KZ 750 L3 Front brakes pulsin
Hello all,

I just though I would update the post for posterity. I replaced the front brake rotors, pads, and all the internals within the wheel hub, bearings, clips, etc. What I didn't notice was missing before I posted however was a brake shim from one of my callipers. I replaced the missing one along with the above mentioned parts and my bike is running well again.  I'm not sure if it was may original issue, but it was likely a contributor. So, if you encounter the same problem check your brake shims! You might save yourself some money on parts 
Cheers,
Mitch
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