@Mellow: really liked how the pistons got nice and shiny! Thanks for pointing to the article.
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Yes, read the service manual. If you tighten the axle nut first, then the stopper bolt, it will cause the rear brake to drag, and/or the stopper bolt to loosen up while riding.Is there a reason for doing in this sequence? Asking out of curiosity.
And how could I test the SMC function?
Whoever told you that does not understand the difference between Moly Paste, Moly Grease, Bearing Grease, or Anti seize.@Igofar: forgot to mention that I've used some of the Moly on the axle (I was told it helps to prevent rust).
Not recommended but won't hurt anything so you can use grease the next time.@Igofar: forgot to mention that I've used some of the Moly on the axle (I was told it helps to prevent rust).
I stepped on some and brought it into the house, where the dogs then stepped on that... ugh! LOLI have to admit - after greasing the splines with Moly Paste, I have some left on my rubber gloved fingers, guess where I wipe it off ? Does that mean I will lose my MOTY now ?
Yes, it is a 2009.
- You have an 09 bike ? I think that the front pads that you bought two years ago - 06455 MCS G02 - are for the pre 2008 models. The pads for 2008 onwards are different. They look to be the same, but are a slightly different length, so yours will just not fit. Check the fiches. I think that the code for 2008 and after ends in R01 or R02. But Check for your particular model. The rear pads are the same for all years.
Printed the article and reading it now.Well done on finally getting this sorted, and thanks for the photos.
Article [13] - ST1300 - Brake Maintenance - Avoiding the Pitfalls | ST1300 Articles
A close hands-on look at the Honda ST1300 braking system. These are personal observations about the things that can go wrong, why they go wrong and what can be done to keep things working sweetly. Updated April 2020 and to address more recent observations, to include information about the SMC...www.st-owners.com
- You have an 09 bike ? I think that the front pads that you bought two years ago - 06455 MCS G02 - are for the pre 2008 models. The pads for 2008 onwards are different. They look to be the same, but are a slightly different length, so yours will just not fit. Check the fiches. I think that the code for 2008 and after ends in R01 or R02. But Check for your particular model. The rear pads are the same for all years.
It seems I got the wrong pads for my motorcycle. Maybe we could trade them?I'm sure those pads have gone stale being dormant all that time and have since long passed their Best By... date. You should order a new set ASAP.
I'll be happy to take those old stale pads off your hands and will even pay postage!
Posted an order for 2x of this: https://www.partzilla.com/product/honda/06455-MCS-R02If your bike is a 2009 model, the correct front brake pad number will be as follows: 06455-MCS-R02.
The pads shown in your picture, 06455-MCS-G02 are for model years up to 2007 and will be shorter in over all length, and will not work on an 09 model.
That tire was about 3,000 miles PAST the point of needing to be replacedGot 10,000 miles (16K Km) on this Michelin Pilot Road 4 GT. Pretty happy with them.
SCREW, SPECIAL (5X12)Anyone knows what is the code for that allen bolt goes on the right side of the motorcycle that helps to hold the upper/back fairing (kept in place with 2 other bolts)?
That's usually what I get on mine, but mine look less worn than yours...Got 10,000 miles (16K Km) on this Michelin Pilot Road 4 GT. Pretty happy with them.