Uploaded May 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
**Movie reissued due to a mistake found in editing, thanks Jeremiah!**
Today we will be replacing the front brake pads on a Vstar 1100. This model is a Silverado, having two calipers up front the job is simply done twice. I will not be conducting it twice in the video. Note that on mine, having determined that my brakes are re-serviceable, I clean and replace all of the parts but do so as if they are all replaced as new items. Also be aware that after market brakes do not come with the extra springs and support pads, so if you are getting after market like EBC and want to replace these items, you will need to purchase them separately.
I also make sure before starting that I have a length of wire and a rag to support the caliper while disconnected so it is not hanging from the brake line.
Note my use of minimal anti-seize and small amount of grease in the dust caps is not called out in the official procedure, its just something I do.
Brakes should be bled tested adequately before operating the bike.
#vstar #vstar1100
**Movie reissued due to a mistake found in editing, thanks Jeremiah!**
Today we will be replacing the front brake pads on a Vstar 1100. This model is a Silverado, having two calipers up front the job is simply done twice. I will not be conducting it twice in the video. Note that on mine, having determined that my brakes are re-serviceable, I clean and replace all of the parts but do so as if they are all replaced as new items. Also be aware that after market brakes do not come with the extra springs and support pads, so if you are getting after market like EBC and want to replace these items, you will need to purchase them separately.
I also make sure before starting that I have a length of wire and a rag to support the caliper while disconnected so it is not hanging from the brake line.
Note my use of minimal anti-seize and small amount of grease in the dust caps is not called out in the official procedure, its just something I do.
Brakes should be bled tested adequately before operating the bike.
#vstar #vstar1100
