Change Rear Brake Pads on Versys 650

Join me as I change the Rear brake pads on my trusty Kawasaki Versys 650!
*NB* This is a 'How did' not a 'How To'. I'm not a professional. I'm not even a semi-pro! So maybe i didn't do things the 'right' or best way. But I wanted to show that bike maintenance is possible with limited tools or ability and that it isn't as daunting as it looks.
Thanks!
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[@waynelee17]

Nice vid. thanks for the breakdown - it makes life a lot easier seeing how it's done the first time! I enjoyed your sense of humour too - hope you had a good trip to the Alps.

[@AndyManCam]

My pleasure Ron! The trip was an absolute belter cheers mate.

[@brianbaldwin1961]

Excellent video. Really well done.

[@ericx122]

Absolutely love your videos, keep them coming! // Versys rider in Sweden

[@AndyManCam]

+earic12 Tack! I was in Sweden just yesterday! Would love to ride back through one day. Any top tips?

[@brashkov]

love your videos, now I have another thing on my spring maint to do list

[@AndyManCam]

+Crash Override Cheers CO! Enjoy that ever growing list of jobs. Next week, big end polishing...

[@jamesallen7259]

Exciting video. Glad I watched

[@cadillac1smith485]

👍Great tutorial! I had the hardest time finding my rear brake reservoir, but finally found it under the K Versys seat.

[@AndyManCam]

Thanks Mr Smith! Glad you got there in the end! 👍🏻💪🏻

[@AmericanMadeAdventures]

Reviewed for my brake job tomorrow. :) Thanks for making this guide.

[@AndyManCam]

My pleasure! Happy to help!

[@alexchristofis6464]

Class ! Very helpful and fun video to watch. Thank you !

[@AndyManCam]

Many thanks Alex. Happy to help!

[@JDnBeastlet]

Great vid, Andy - thanks for sharing.

[@AndyManCam]

My pleasure John. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@highlandriders9696]

Another informative and educational episode. You make it look easy, is that clever editing or you just that good? lol

[@AndyManCam]

+Minion Ninja16 I'd love to say a little bit of A, a Llittle bit of B. But sadly my editing still needs work 😉

[@HenrikGronwall]

Thanks Andy man, love your videos, will use them to change pads, fluid and air filter... "That's also what she said", you are hilarious.

[@AndyManCam]

Cheers Henrik! Happy Spannering!

[@MrJimmysko]

Thanks for the video my friend,it was really useful.I got one question though,are the brake pads at the front the same for both left and right side or are they side specific?

[@azmanmejenis9574]

Very helpful n informative..

[@AndyManCam]

Cheers!

[@xondiego]

Lovely vídeos, but my piston does not move, so the fitting is impossible, what can I do if I don't have the tool you used. Thanks

[@AndyManCam]

If it won’t move, then it sounds like maybe it’s seized. You might need to take it apart completely to clean out the piston. Otherwise, you just need to put more force onto it. Maybe with pliers? But whatever you do, be sure to protect the edges of the piston with a plate of metal or something that will spread the weight. I should not have pushed on the edge like I did. You can also get special brake piston return pliers.

[@bielbills]

Great job! My 2 cents: never return the piston without cleaning the caliper. It will damage the seals and contaminate the fluid.

[@AndyManCam]

Great tip!

[@northernninjarunner5506]

How long would it take you to copper grease artex ceiling?

[@AndyManCam]

Depends how warm it is and how big the brush is! :D The ceiling would never squeak again though.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Are you doing a winter tour in the Alps m8, will you need snow chains? lol

[@AndyManCam]

+TheLikeableRider Haha! As much fun as that sounds, afraid not! Thankfully the trip was at the end of summer. But that also means it's time for another already!

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Andy Man Cam for sure! I'm booked in for the Alps in June.

[@doulos77]

Can the air filter be cleaned and reused?

[@AndyManCam]

Yes it most certainly can! Have you seen my air filter video? kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZ-cmaJvgtWFbaM

[@dimg4639]

There are two anti rattle metals inside ..where do i place the small one?

[@AndyManCam]

Sorry mate, I have no idea. :(

[@dimg4639]

Andy Man Cam ok thanx anyway . ;)