Rear brake lever sticks

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Rear brake lever sticks

22 Jul 2009 12:54
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I noticed yesterday that my rear break lever started to stick...Any one know what could cause this?
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Re: Rear brake lever sticks

22 Jul 2009 13:14
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First item - is this a disk brake or a hub brake? Year and model of bike would be helpful.

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Re: Rear brake lever sticks

23 Jul 2009 13:13
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Oh sorry its a 1980 KZ1000 LTD with rear disc
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Re: Rear brake lever sticks

23 Jul 2009 13:22
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If its the lever, I would first pull the lever off, clean and grease the pivot mount. Also check for burs or binding. And lastly check the return spring.

If the brake is dragging, thats a whole different story.
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Re: Rear brake lever sticks

23 Jul 2009 13:30
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Alright thanks Ill give that a try.
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Re: Rear brake lever sticks

23 Jul 2009 17:15
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That worked thanks man!
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Re: Rear brake lever sticks

23 Jul 2009 17:23
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Glad to hear it.
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