New here, looking for wisdom - Brake disc bolts torque settings

Roadking1230

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Hi everyone, sorry if this is not the right way to establish this but I'm up against the clock (tried searches etc.. but can't find anything). I need to change my brake discs and pads on my GS LC (2013) and have everything i need to do the job, but don't know the correct torque settings for the 5 studs that hold the disc to the wheel. I've bought Brembo discs and they say 30Nm, but i read on a google search that it's 19Nm (different forum). Anyone know, I don't have time to source a Haynes manual as I'm off on the bike to Orkney and Shetland shortly, any help appreciated.

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I'm just wondering why you are changing the discs? I don't know the tourque settings but someone will. I'm just interested to know why their being changed. JJH

 

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First MOT, failed on warped discs. No choice but to change them.

 

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First MOT, failed on warped discs. No choice but to change them.

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Ok thanks. Sometimes you get over cautious dealers with very sensitive measuring equipment recomding new discs. JJH

 

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Ok thanks. Sometimes you get over cautious dealers with very sensitive measuring equipment recomding new discs. JJH

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No, these are warped, i can feel a (albeit gentle) pulsing at the lever. Didn't notice it before but it's there. Dealer wanted over £700 to replace. I've got all the bits for around £430, doing it myself, not difficult, just need the torque settings which i think i now have, there are two as the bolts are micro encapsulated. Looks to be 12Nm, then 30Nm final.

 

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Hope it all goes well. I'm not sure about your discs/bolts but sometimes a gentle bit of heat helps. JJH