Royal Enfield Himalayan Front Disk Pad Upgrade Change Disk Rotar Deglazing Cleaning Maintenence DIY

Hey
Not A DIY :D
Just trying to resolve an old issue, Rotar Glazing/Bluing along with some basic disk caliper maintenance. We can do a lot of things to make the bike go fast but often neglect the stopping hardware :D.
As you can see in the vid, only the outer 5-7 mm of the disk rotars diameter was being utilized and pads were kinda sliding the rest of the way. So just thought of giving a good thorough clean up a go before venturing onto next level.
Also time to upgrade disk pads, looking for cost effective options so switched to pads from Yamaha R15 V3 for now,
If you are having this issue with disk rotar please let me know, as I intend to get to the root of it :)
Cheers :)

[@leuheanrede]

Hey Not A DIY :D Just trying to resolve an old issue, Rotar Glazing/Bluing along with some basic disk caliper maintenance. We can do a lot of things to make the bike go fast but often neglect the stopping hardware :D. As you can see in the vid, only the outer 5-7 mm of the disk rotars diameter was being utilized and pads were kinda sliding the rest of the way. So just thought of giving a good thorough clean up a go before venturing onto next level. Also time to upgrade disk pads, looking for cost effective options so switched to pads from Yamaha R15 V3 for now, If you are having this issue with disk rotar please let me know, as I intend to get to the root of it :) Cheers :)

[@HemendraChaudhary619]

Are these Yamaha R15 V3 front brake pad or Yamaha R15 V3 back brake pads

[@leuheanrede]

Hey mate, yes the same v3 ones

[@ralfdiehl4677]

Thanks for your detailed instructions. I have to do it at the rear brake, after 13.000 km, no dirt roads only asphalt roads, but also at heavy rain. Let's see what it is like. Cordially Ralf from Germany

[@deep23sonu]

Again, as some cricket commentator used to say - "Class written all over it!" The video deserves a huge round of applause!!

[@leuheanrede]

Hello mate, that is too too kind :D Thanks i sincerely appreciate it. It just pushes me to do even better next time :) Cheers

[@deep23sonu]

Hey mate.....I am back here for an advise. The rubber covers of the 2 pins of caliper assy is busted. RE SC does not have spares. Can I use Bajaj or Hero Honda? What would be the specific model of bike? Thanks in advance😀

[@leuheanrede]

Hey mate long time :) yes the front one is same as pulsar 220. Bajaj would be a better bet to source. The rear one too. Cheers :)

[@Suryanrnn66]

Simply love your videos. Keep posting. We are always on the lookout for your posts.

[@ragavshinde9392]

Man... Seriously... Ur a life saver... Or any better words...to describe about the diy which u shared... Jus installed the R15V3 break pads and boy oh boy... The stopping power and the bite has been increased drastically... Earlier...as u suggested...i was using fz16 break pads... Those were also good when compared to stock pads... But this one is even more better... Initial riding after changing the pads brought up a very broad smile.on my face...loving the breaking now on himalayan...🔥🔥🔥

[@leuheanrede]

Hahaha. Thanks mate :) I am sure you are experiencing nice change, I think these r15 ones might actually be semi sintered but not sure. Have a good one mate, cheers ;)

[@JonBowles]

Another great video. Your videos are my go-to guide for all the maintenance on my Himalayan. Many, like this one, are applicable to any bike. Practical, well explained videos, using standard tools most people would have. Thanks for producing them.

[@leuheanrede]

Such kind words make me blush mate 😊 But honest and sincere thanks no less :). I am just trying to keep the bike in good nick, idea is simple, preventive maintenance to keep spare parts cost and road side misadventures to minimum. But thanks again mate, cheers 🙂

[@gudgengrebe]

Excellent video! Thank you. Good filming and tips. Encouraging for newbies like me.

[@hfdark1579]

Thank you very much for all yours videos, I really enjoy them and they help me a lot.

[@leuheanrede]

Thanks for your kind words mate. Idea is to keep the upkeep done timely so there are no future niggles thus adding to trouble free rides, Cheers :)

[@mattwilliams9758]

Thank you for another great guide. As ever, super-helpful. Nice work!

[@leuheanrede]

Thanks a ton mate :D, just trying to find a solution once in for all. feedback does help rather then beating about the bush. i am skeptical if its the inherent problem or just me suffering ;), to better days, cheers :)

[@mikek2218]

As always, an excellent video and thank you very much for the effort to educate us.

[@leuheanrede]

Thanks mate :) your words are too too kind, i am just sharing what I know as i go along :) Thanks again, cheers

[@Abishekkarikattil]

I had to change my front disk rotar and pad last week. The previous rotar had groove cut into it because of glazed pads and wear out. Great video.

[@leuheanrede]

Thanks mate :), sad to know about rotor change, how much kms did the bike had on it, but glad tht you noticed it on time and got replacement done before it lead to any further damage, Cheers :)

[@Abishekkarikattil]

@@leuheanrede the bike has done 55k kms. I brake had become weak. It almost felt like drum brake. I knew something was wrong.

[@leuheanrede]

@@Abishekkarikattil Yup had to be changed then. No doubt, again, cheers and kudos mate :)

[@wise__monk]

Very informative video, I'm gonna give this a try. Keep up the good work 🥳

[@leuheanrede]

Thanks mate :) Yup give it a go, and notice the difference, Cheers :)

[@RoketEngineer]

A High quality video! Very nice detail.

[@leuheanrede]

Thanks mate :) simple things that are often over looked and I too am culprit, but hoping i caught it right on time before more damage, Cheers :)

[@brettcammack]

I know the caliper assembly's weight is negligible, but as an old auto mechanic, it gave me the willies seeing it hanging by the brake hose. Wouldn't it still be best practices to hang it by an old coat hanger hooked in the frame? I never thought of the brakes as a commodity part where you could source pads from a completely different make/model of bike. Interesting. I wonder if there is a "Hollander" book for motorcycles where you can cross-reference all the parts that interchange. Good work on your videos. They're most helpful. I don't have a bike yet, but after nearly 50 years without one, I'm very attracted to the Himalayan.

[@leuheanrede]

Hey mate, that is indeed a good practice. As for cross reference, yes, there are many manufactures sharing OE;M components, but quality varies because of different price point at which they are sold :) And what can I say that has already not been said about Himalayan, its a sweet heart, easy to maintain and willing to go anywhere be it on or off road, Cheers

[@mattyb7736]

why haven't you bought one yet? get off your backside and buy one.

[@ramakrishna365]

Hi bro, great fan of your videos. I am using the same V3 pads on my himalayan and they're definitely better than stock ones. I've noticed in the video that you've placed the pad springs in the middle (12:00). Instead, they're supposed to be placed at the bottom. I made the same mistake when i first serviced my brake calipers. Anyhow, keep up the great work !!!

[@leuheanrede]

Hey mate, yup these are seeming to be much better, rest time will tell. As for the pad spring, you could be right, i need to investigate on this. As that would be the first time i will see a pad spring not placed in the middle to apply equal pressure, Cheers :)

[@peterkoch5952]

That was very good explained, thank you, great. Best wishes Peter

[@leuheanrede]

Hey mate, thanks, glad you found it useful. Happy riding, cheers :)

[@athersyed9907]

Thanks for the video! How are these disk pads performing when compared to the stock ones. I have a himalayan too and the front brakes have no bite at all. I am looking for an upgrade. If you found these to be effective, I will try them out too.

[@GWMotley1]

Changed mine for sintered style with a great improvement in braking action.

[@leuheanrede]

Hello mate long time, I see the bike is doing great :D, yes next time these pads wear out i might try sintered ones too, Thanks and Cheers :)

[@GWMotley1]

leuheanrede hello buddy. Another thing I did after my long trip in the mountain passes was to change the front sprocket to a 14 tooth one. This increased RPM about 400 for any given speed. This puts the bike in a better portion of the power band for trail crawling up hills in first or second gear. Also changed the exhaust to a Lextek unit which I like. Changed tires to TKC 80 for better off road bite but hey will not last very long on the road. But this is my dirt bike primarily and the tires are somewhat inexpensive. Take care, Gary

[@deepakpatelji]

Kahan the bhai? Kal tak mere himalayan me bhi yahi problem thi. Aaj subah hi problem solve kiya. Uske baad ye video aaya :)

[@leuheanrede]

Hahaha, hello mate, yup was just busy sorting out other stuff, But good to know you have solved this issue, these kind of simple upkeep or preemptive maintenance is important, i wont lie even i sometimes skip them for laziness, cheers :)

[@mountain__life]

Big thumb's up for ur videos👍 Request you to make specific video on all tools you use.

[@leuheanrede]

Thanks a ton mate :) yes that is in the making of sorts, will compile and upload shortly, Cheers :)

[@nehasidhu563]

Great suggestion as always !!👍

[@leuheanrede]

Thanks :)

[@suvojk]

Great video! Can you suggest any good replacement for the rear brake pads too? Thanks

[@leuheanrede]

Thanks mate, I am still exploring cost effective options, currently i am using KTM 390 pads, Here is the link kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z3rSqoWNpZKarbM But keeping an eye out for other options too, will update once i stumble upon them :D Cheers :)

[@travelwithsatheesh3396]

Is that normal to hear the brake bad rubbing sound (like the humming sound when you rotate wheels) after tightening the bolts? Does it affect the front wheel free play?

[@adarshsurya4372]

Have been waiting for your videos for a while now. Now that you are giving us more DIYs could you do a video on the tools that you use.

[@leuheanrede]

Hello mate and thanks :) As for tools, well I am slightly embarrassed as I dont have any fancy ones just basic. But I guess that is what is needed for home DIYs. So thanks again for boosting my confidence. Will compile a vid on useful tools shortly. Cheers :)

[@adarshsurya4372]

@@leuheanrede basic is what we need bro, fancy tools are way beyond necessity 😂

[@leuheanrede]

@@adarshsurya4372 Indeed mate :) will see how to go about it, Cheers :)

[@shubhamsharma-su1pc]

Very informative lessons bro...keep it up.

[@leuheanrede]

Thanks a ton mate. Yup trying my best to keep the bike in good nick so as and when I hit the mountains, all and every cog in this machinery sings a healthy and cheerful tune :D Cheers:)

[@shubhamsharma-su1pc]

@@leuheanrede I am from Jammu bro, hope to meet to someday here if you are riding after the covid pandemic is over. Blessings.

[@leuheanrede]

Really glad to hear that mate as i am actually planning to visit my good old mate who has made stealthy appearances in one of the offroading vid and is from Naushera, in mid October :D. If all things turn out ok, I'll be glad to make your acquaintance, cheers :)

[@briancairns202]

Great videos, thanks for sharing your you knowledge. 👍

[@leuheanrede]

Thanks mate, :) I am glad you found this useful, cheers :)

[@parikshatghising]

Another great video! Btw where did you learn to maintain your bikes? Just curious

[@leuheanrede]

Hello mate, well that has a story on its own and well over 2 decades in the making, from seeing my dad work on his enfield in childhood to me getting all covered in grease and oil on my old 2 stroke, then finding a good experience mechanic who was more then patient to teach and mend what i broke in my initial days :D, and reading whatever i could find in magazines (in post internet days) and article on net (which have made things more accessible) Idea was to keep the timely maintenance done before damage happens thus keeping the cost in check and enjoying every single ride like its just serviced and out of showroom. There is still a lot to learn and looong way to go. learning never stop, Cheers :)

[@UDAYA1986SLVR]

Hey Bro Thanks for the wonderful video, Are you using both front and Rear disc pad from Yamaha R15 v3, If not what would be the alternate for stock rear disc pad Please mention the brand

[@leuheanrede]

Thanks a ton mate :) I am glad you found it useful, as for rear , I be very honest, i have not tried V3 ones, as i dont think it will fit, still need to check so will confirm later. but i did try KTM ones on rear and they are about the same as stock, i mean exactly the same, here is the vid kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z3rSqoWNpZKarbM will keep you updated, Cheers :)

[@studytime6405]

Royal Enfiled Meteor 350 i want to replace break pads but i can't find right size of break pads you can help me to buy right size break pads

[@thrust1709]

Hey, would you recommend ceramic brake pads? Or sintered ones for that mater. Sintered may eat into the rotor, but any issue with ceramic ones? Btw, loving your videos and learning a lot. Thanks.

[@leuheanrede]

Thanks for your kind words mate :) As for pads, I haven't tried ceramic ones yet but have used sintered and it's kinda true that they eat up rotor, but how soon will depend on your braking. As for feedback, its certainly better than stock but to gain full potential, master cylinder upgrade will come in handy, though even without ms upgrade difference is easily noticeable. Cheers :)

[@JKteju87]

Hi brother, I have Himalayan bs4, the rear disc get heated wen I drive for a KM or so, recently changed new pads

[@munchybiker]

Good explanation. 👍🏻

[@leuheanrede]

Thanks mate, i am glad you found it useful, Cheers :)

[@lowlandbikeadventures]

Hello, can you give an update with this change of brake pads. I bought the Brembo Sinter 07BB04SA to try as I also had the feeling the front brake had a lack op bite. I just bought them and still need to install them. But hope to hear if changing would make a significant difference.

[@leuheanrede]

Hey mate, yes sintered will certainly improve bake bite and feedback. Just make sure brake fluid is changed and system is bled properly along with caliper cleaning

[@mallikarjunnaikar2021]

Hi bro really informative video thanks for making And just wanted to ask will they fit for an bs6 himalayan?

[@leuheanrede]

Thanks mate, Glad you found these useful, and yes, these would fit in perfectly in all Himalayans, cheers :)

[@mallikarjunnaikar2021]

@@leuheanrede thank you so much man wish you all the best 👍

[@vijayam1]

Excellent gyan as usual. These are the brake pads of the newer FZ 150s or the same as old bud?

[@leuheanrede]

Gyan :D, Nah mate these ones are from new R15 V3, dont look and feel organic, i suspect these might be semi, i mean they feel different :), cheers

[@Kemrer]

Thank you

[@nehasidhu563]

Too good bro👍

[@leuheanrede]

Thanks a tone, glad you liked it, cheers :)

[@biswa885]

Hello! How is the performance of the front brake now after using this pads? Is there any significant difference compared to the last brake pads you used (R15/16)?

[@leuheanrede]

Hey mate, i wont lie, there is some difference but nothing major. The suspension is set up in a way that utilizing the full potential is gonna require a bit more tweaking like changing the master cylinder itselfor changing it completely, but no complaints it is doing a decent job, cheers :)

[@shamanthsacharya6264]

How long did ur brake pads last anywys?? Both front and back

[@Swaroopm4u]

hi bro, any improvement with yamaha pad? i was using fz and the disk brake was excellent. now i brought Himalayan bs6 but both break are not good. can i go for the same replacement to improve the front brake?

[@leuheanrede]

Indeed mate, its worth a shot, but if you are looking for even better option, look into sintered options, cheers :)

[@NatureMoto]

Watching every video now

[@leuheanrede]

Hahaha thanks bro :) but to be honest that can be slightly disappointing. I have posted the best of DIYs for all basic common issues in the past but youtube algorithm is now only starting to show my vids in recommendations. Your advice can be helpful at this time though. Please do give a looksy of my old vids in diy Playlist and pray do tell me if its ok to start re doing and re uploading those. Cos I can see now that a lot of new guys have already learned and started uploading vids. I am basically redundant right now as they have better camera and angles captured ;) But the point is to get the basic diys through to all riders, Chanel doesn't matter much😊 Cheers

[@NatureMoto]

@@leuheanrede offcourse you can redo old videos, these are evergreen content, and will always fetch views. i have done the same, infacte i had a 15k subscriber channel named Nature moto 99 which had been sinking due to mixed content , so i stopped that and made a new channel from which i am commenting , and in a few months i have seen a good reach to the audience. few things i woud suggest right away is a) add a profile picture, (your channel is your brand) b) add a cover picture c) Focus on your thumbnails, it needs to be clickable, not all focuses on the title of the video. stay in touch if any help is needed

[@leuheanrede]

@@NatureMoto thanks for the motivation and info mate, makes sense. I think I need to readjust and rethink some of the areas I lag. Really appreciate your feedback mate, cheers :)

[@nomadhabit]

Nice one thx!

[@leuheanrede]

Thanks mate, I am glad you found this useful

[@gnarjun]

Informative video! Well done. Pls do comment, If you felt the breaking has improved with R15 V3 break pads! The stock brakes on himalayan is never confidence inspiring on Road conditions. So looking for a solution, and this video pops out. Pls do let us know, the result.

[@leuheanrede]

Hey mate, certainly will keep you updated, I do have other ideas aswell to solve it, like using sintered pads, but holding back on spending extra money for now, lets see how this goes, Cheers :)

[@gnarjun]

@@leuheanrede Sintered break pads is completely new to me, and going by the google results, These break pads are best in handling heat, that does translate in to better breaking efficiency! But if it will be worthy enough to spent that much? I really don't want to compromise on breaking. Costs around 3K.

[@sameerraj5143]

Which ratcheting tool u are using?

[@gopalakrishnannathamuni1636]

Hi Mate! I too have a Himalayan My rear disk pad is overheating and my last brake pads got exhausted within 2500kms! What might be the problem?

[@leuheanrede]

Hey mate. It can be because of following reasons -caliper sticking in the pin thus piston always staying in contact with disk. Solution. Clean caliper thoroughly along with pin and piston and grease the pin before reassembly. Also make sure that brake lever is adjusted properly and there is enough clearance these making sure that its not getting applied while riding. Cheers :)

[@rheet90]

Bought r15v3 pads 😊

[@leuheanrede]

Thats is the way to go mate, done 3000+ kms and no regret thus far Cheers :)

[@delerium360]

I was following this tutorial but now i have a slight problem: the pin doesn't seem to be going in for me. Any suggestions of what could be the problem?

[@leuheanrede]

Hey mate. You mean the slider pin. If yes, just check if it's bent if not then probably it's just rusted. A bit more cleaning will get the job done if rusted. But if bent, it should be replaced

[@nyerunkar]

One more tip 😃👍

[@leuheanrede]

Hahaha, thanks mate, naah, just trying to solve an old pending issue with some updates added, fingers crossed this should do it, Cheers :)

[@vijaykamble2939]

If have idea about Himalayan rear Breck pad like this Yamaha one

[@leuheanrede]

I am still looking for options, in the meantime i am using KTM ones, and they are exactly the same, didi a vid soem time back kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z3rSqoWNpZKarbM Will keep you updated if i found better options, Cheers :)

[@HappyRiderGajananPatil]

Good 👍

[@leuheanrede]

I sincerely appreciate it mate, thanks and good to hear from you :). Cheers :)

[@HappyRiderGajananPatil]

@@leuheanrede Thanks sir 👍

[@leuheanrede]

:)

[@dmagp]

Bro how is the breaking in those new pads

[@leuheanrede]

Hey mate, simple idea is, that for the first 500 - 700 kms, just dont do fast breaking and let the pads go through normal heating and cooling cycle, so basically just ride the bike like its in breaking in period too so no last minute breaking maneuvers are to be applied thus keeping the pads within that range, Cheers :)

[@shamanthsacharya6264]

Hey man...got another issue regarding my bike ..just wanted ur suggestion.. u up for it?

[@leuheanrede]

Hey mate, please go ahead. I will try my best :)

[@shamanthsacharya6264]

@@leuheanrede eyy.thnx..the issue is tht my gear indicator suddenly got stuck at 5 n ia not changing even if the gear is changed....even the neutral indicator, the green N is also not indicated... this happened yestrdy whn i tried to start her -i noticed a sudden flicker in the cluster lights n den boom this hppnd

[@HSsharma37]

Hello sir.. any alternative for rear disc pad? will it be same or??

[@leuheanrede]

Hi mate. None so far. Currently I am using the ktm 390 rear pads but they are exactly the same

[@HSsharma37]

@@leuheanrede thanks for reply brother.. Yeah I noticed that too... I used one from pulsar 220... everything was dittoo same except RE ones has less thickness comparatively(used one though) 😅.. btw nice content... alwasy helpful.. it's lockdown here in dehradun and I am watching your videos one by one and performing task on bike aftr that . yesterday break pad change.. tomorrow Meter consol cleaning... and to be continued...

[@HSsharma37]

@@leuheanrede one more query I have.. is there any jugaad available so that we can keep the monoshock out from dust and mud and all sort of debris...

[@leuheanrede]

@@HSsharma37 yes there are a plenty of ways. Simplest would be adding a mud flap or rather extending the small one thats there already. Or you can also go for rear mono shock cover. I personally won't advise to go for cover as they affect the temperature thus the overall ride quality when ridden hard for long. But for short rides they are ok.

[@leuheanrede]

@@HSsharma37 glad to hear that mate 🙃 happy DIYing. it's lockdown here too. I have pick up the tools aswell. Best to utilize this time and get the bike ready for whenever the lock down is lifted😉

[@dmagp]

Are those Yahama V3 pads??

[@leuheanrede]

Hey mate, long time :) and yes these are V3 pads, Cheers :)

[@WestSussexBiker]

Any pads must be better than the standard organic pads the Bikes come with.

[@leuheanrede]

Hahaha, hello again mate, indeed, you are right, changed those last year, and do have a spare one in stock lying around somewhere, but i dont even bother myself to find those, they are not going back for sure, Cheers :)

[@rahulshetty1677]

Please share ur tool kit set link bro

[@leuheanrede]

Hey mate, I did not but this 1/4 " set as a complete pack but just started with a wrench and few sockets like 10, 12, 13, 17, 19 and accumulated rest over the yesrs as an when needed, as it was more cost effective that way for me, will do a vid shortly on this, cheers :)

[@gurpreetgagan7671]

OMG please share these pads breaking feed back. I am not happy with breaking response from front breaks not at all.if these pads increase braking by even 10% that will be great for me. You don't know bro how much this will help full for me. Thanks again.

[@leuheanrede]

Hello mate, long time. Apologies, i do remember the tools vid is still pending :) on the pads though, indeed, i am hoping for better results, none the less will keep you apprised, cheers :)

[@Liam1304]

If you take off the front caliper as in this video and squeeze the brake lever you may find that one of the two pistons is not coming out properly. It's usually the lower one as water and dust tends to settle around the piston more than the top one. I found this on my Himalayan and it meant I only had a single piston front brake! No wonder it was poor. Cleaning the piston patiently and lubing it got it to come out and in just like the top piston - big improvement. Perhaps you have the same problem?

[@gurpreetgagan7671]

@@Liam1304 thanks for information bro. I was talking about himalayan front brake bite is not good enough compare to other bikes.

[@desirydr9392]

:-)

[@leuheanrede]

Hello mate, hope all is good, as for me just fooling around :D, trying to resolve some minor bits before hitting the mountains again, hopefully :D Cheers :)