This site has the whole service manual on line. The brakes are at #6.11 in the Chassis section. In terms of your late model brakes compared to the older design shown in the manual, the basic procedure is exactly the same.
The only suggestion I have for you is to do one caliper at a time, so if you forget how things go back together you can look at the one you haven't touched yet.
You will need to force back the pistons in the calipers so your new pads (thicker) will fit. I always leave one of the used pads in place and use a large screw driver against the old pad to force the pistons back. Take pad out and place it on the other side pistons on the same caliper and force them back as well.
Be very careful pushing pistons back as this will back up the brake fluid in the master cylinder. It's a good idea to remove M/C cover and check to see if you have ample space there for the displaced fluid to enter. If not soak up some of the fluid with a clean lint free shop towel or paper towel. Reinstall cover and screw it on properly. If you find the level of the fluid is too low once the new pads are in, top it up when you are done.
After fitting pads squeeze gently on the lever (small short pulls) to force pistons out against disc.
Many people also rough up the discs with 320-400 wet and dry paper to provide a fresh slightly rough surface for the new pads to bite onto. I suppose you should follow the pad manufactures instructions on that one but doing it can't hurt.
With your type of brakes I like the EBC-HH pads, they are significantly better gripping than OEM or Kevlar replacement pads.
Sam Blumenstein #795
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
I have a 1996 Vmax, I wanted to know how hard is it to change the brake pads.
I am a new rider, and would like to do my own basic maintenance.
Thank you
