Topic: do i have to take the frt wheel off to chance brake pads cb 400f?

[Redline it]

i can't remember a year or 2 if i did. they look so easy to take off. i have no idea how many times i've changed them in the last 40yrs. a few times at least. can't i just take the caliper bolts out and the line off? thanks.

[MauiK3]

On my K3 750 I can just remove the caliper.

[Redline it]

cool, i think i'm gonna try that. thanks alot.

[robvangulik]

Just take the bolts out and let the line be, it's as easy as you think.

[Bodi]

To just replace the pads, split the caliper and swap them in. With really worn pads be careful the master reservoir doesn't overflow when the piston is pushed back in.
I like to pop out and inspect the piston when I'm in there. Usually with the brake hose still attached.

[MauiK3]

Be very careful the new pucks fit smoothly in the bores, one of mine had a little hangup that froze it. I had to remove the caliper and dress it to get it to stop sticking.