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I’ve got some replacement (nearly new) front disks that came with washers, bobbins and bolts that were also used. Are these okay, or should I purchase new ones???
Front disc bolts - to re-use or not re-use
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Are the bolts chewed up? Showing signs of stress on the shank? If they look good I would use them again on my bike - but then I don't ride like a loon and rely on brakes very much, just a gentle finish at the lights or junction.
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If I buy new bolts, washers and bobbins it comes to nearly £90 from Motorworks so if it can be avoided. I will have the bolts etc. from my bike too so between them will be able to salvage 10 good sets.
Thanks for the reply.
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I appreciate that’s it’s only MCN, but
https://www.motorcyclenews.com/new-rider/choosing-kit/2006/november/mar23-05-how-to-fit-brake-discs/
It states that the bolts should never be reused, which I’m sure I’ve read before.
https://www.motorcyclenews.com/new-rider/choosing-kit/2006/november/mar23-05-how-to-fit-brake-discs/
It states that the bolts should never be reused, which I’m sure I’ve read before.
Not entirely true..
8. All bike manufacturers recommend disc bolts should never be reused. That may be so, but when you’re talking £1.60 per Honda disc bolt and there are 12 of them on the CBR600’s front end, the expense (£19.20) soon adds up. As long as the key-ways are in good nick and the bolts are torqued up tight using them a second time isn’t a problem.
8. All bike manufacturers recommend disc bolts should never be reused. That may be so, but when you’re talking £1.60 per Honda disc bolt and there are 12 of them on the CBR600’s front end, the expense (£19.20) soon adds up. As long as the key-ways are in good nick and the bolts are torqued up tight using them a second time isn’t a problem.
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