Stop Brake Noise, Grinding, and Squealing With High Performance Brake Pads

[@ninaquenzler1173]

So thankful for your video! We have two Super73 Z1 bikes and did not realize how high maintenance they would be. Several flat tires, brake problems etc... and getting someone to fix it is not cheap! So grateful for your video and for the details on what specific kind of brake pads can be used. Thanks for the time you put into helping us out!

[@SESSIONS73]

Yeah for sure! Bikes are as much work as they are fun.

[@willw8325]

Just swapped my pads on my S2 - this was perfect. Extremely easy, and went just as shown. Thanks dude!

[@SESSIONS73]

Awesome! Glad to help.

[@paultillman66]

Thanks having the same brake noise issue! Please keep up the videos they are by far the best out there!

[@SESSIONS73]

Wow, that's super kind of you to say.

[@Eattrvlroll]

Thank you for your time in making this. My S2 has about 60 miles on it and the rear brakes has more of a squeak/grind noise. Your vid makes me more confident to take it apart and reinstall.

[@SESSIONS73]

This oughta do the trick

[@simes333]

Bro thx so much for taking the time to record this, ur pure for the owners which is so cool for all of us! Hudson blue Uk here ✌🏻

[@SESSIONS73]

Of course. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@porfitron]

Thanks for the great video… I bought new pads from your Amazon link. For my S2, there were two differences: 1) I didn’t seem to need to reset the pistons (they wouldn’t budge), and 2) instead of a screw for the pad clips, there was a pin that I had to unbend/rebend during the process. Now that I’m done, no more squeaks!

[@mikes96fs]

Just changed out my brake pads on my juiced bike hyperscrambler 2. Has the exact same brakes on it. This video was very helpful. I had no idea it was so easy. I almost was going to take it in to a bike shop. Was putting it off for a while but couldn’t wait any longer. Had 960 miles on the bike.

[@SESSIONS73]

Great to hear!

[@seekingsuccess1]

I got my RX about 3 maybe four months ago. I have less than 20 miles on it lol . I’m definitely going to be using the bike way more for the summer. Good info thanks!

[@seekingsuccess1]

When I first got my RX it was going 50 mph. It was taxing the battery a bit more though it was so much fun. I thought I was riding a motorcycle lol. Once I updated the firmware it went away. I was so mad. I know there’s somebody out there that can override the software and let these bikes lose lol during the glitch, i could have gone faster if I wanted to but I was concern.

[@SESSIONS73]

That sounds incredible and spooky. I don't know if you saw my other video but they are updating the torque. Not sure when, exactly. Definitely won't unlock it to 50 mph. I am sure someone would know how to hack it, but I haven't seen anything online.

[@seekingsuccess1]

@@SESSIONS73 I’m glad I saw your other video. Wish they hurry up already with the update. Sheesh they take forever to do anything. They have to get it together. Other manufactures are having disruption in their manufacturing. Nothing like super73 is out of this world.

[@seekingsuccess1]

I wish I would have got it on film. What is unseen counts for nothing 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@thepeterparkershow]

You make it look really easy! I always fear I’ll do something wrong so I buy the pads (ceramic) online and then take it to a mechanic that charges me 20$ to do them. One time the squeaking never stopped after changing the brakes so they replaced the rotor on the house and that did the job.

[@SESSIONS73]

Sounds like you know a good shop! I stayed up way too late last night watching your group ride video. Cool that dude came down from Seattle and introduced himself.

[@Robnord1]

Nicely filmed, background music at perfect level, and all details covered. 👍 I do mine similarly, but insert a .005" feeler gauge between disc and stationary pad during the caliper centering step to get it just right.

[@SESSIONS73]

Thanks Rob.

[@DickiesBeerReviews]

Mine squeak too --- 230 miles on it so far. Thanks for this video.

[@SESSIONS73]

You're welcome.

[@PleasantGreen]

I’m afraid to do it myself. What do you charge to do it?

[@SESSIONS73]

A channel shout out 😮

[@MrInkdragon64]

Good tutorial i don,t have a S2 but a ZG and i swopped the original cable brakes for hydraulic brakes which was not to hard i was a little scared to do it because you cut the cable to fit your bike but i was easier than i thought much smoother braking even for U.K. 15.5 MPH limit, Keep up the good work.

[@SESSIONS73]

Thanks Mike! I appreciate the comment

[@50scap3]

I have the hudson blue and my brakes have always been silent, my wife's apollo however squeeked day one, then my son bought a black s2 and that's silent. Watched your vid, just got the pads today gonna swap them out hope it does the trick. Thanks for the helpful vid!

[@SESSIONS73]

Fingers crossed! It worked for me.

[@ctoke1973]

Insta bookmark and save for the future. Thanks for the demo. Great stuff for visual learns such as myself.

[@SESSIONS73]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching.

[@kevinwhite1182]

I did the tires after your tire video and I ordered brakes hoping someone would do this. Thanks!

[@SESSIONS73]

Looks like we're on the same maintenance schedule.

[@cloudbuurzt8473]

Super great video! Had my ZX for about two weeks now. Thinking about upgrading to hydraulic brakes. I'm also curious as to the mirror you on the left side of your handle bars!

[@SESSIONS73]

Here you go! amzn.to/3gdI5Ul

[@cloudbuurzt8473]

@@SESSIONS73 Thanks, man!

[@crd1105]

After seeing ur video 📹 I think I can do this myself ..thank u 👍🏿

[@SESSIONS73]

Awesome. It's super easy.

[@Chozend]

Appreciate the fix video

[@DangaWaT]

Thank you so much bro! This was so helpful for a noob like me! You rock!

[@SESSIONS73]

We're all noobs, eh? Thanks for that.

[@chudman71]

Thanks for the video, will save this for when needed!

[@SESSIONS73]

Glad it was helpful! Come back and let me know if worked out.

[@todddenny1483]

Just wanted to say thanks quick tutorial… I ordered the pads and installed them on for ZX but instead of the 3mm hex they installed a carter pin… I thought it was chicken shit for a $2k bike but it works and wanted to know if I should replace it with a new carter pin?

[@SESSIONS73]

Best practice is to add a new cotter pin when you remove the old one, but I am sure you'll be good to use the old one.

[@MRInuzaki]

Dang i wish you had showed the brake pistons being pushed all the way because mine keep pushing back out and I'm not sure why

[@SESSIONS73]

I'm definitely no expert on hydraulic brakes, but it sounds like you have some extra pressure in the lines. You may need a bike shop to bleed the brakes for you.

[@MRInuzaki]

@@SESSIONS73 cool thanks for the info I'll look into it and see what an expert says 😁👍🏽

[@David_Creyke]

Nice, I’d like to be able to completely take this bike apart and put together with my eyes closed. I’m in Maryland so like nobody has them here, fortunately I’m a painter in collision repair so I know a lot of mechanical people, not my forte lol

[@SESSIONS73]

I’d love to see what you can do with your skills. The more custom the better

[@robertyoushock]

I tried this before finding your video, almost the exact steps- but I've got no action from my brakes when putting it together. Any ideas?

[@SESSIONS73]

Might need to pump them and get the hydraulic fluid pressurized.

[@davoncci]

Great video. How does this perform? Do they squeal?

[@SESSIONS73]

No more squeal. It's been the best thing for my brakes this far.

[@kizzik]

I usually use a large flathead screwdriver to push in the piston before removing the old pads. This will prevent damage to the piston.

[@SESSIONS73]

Smart. Wrap it with electrical tape for added protection. So you don’t get metal on metal.

[@kizzik]

@SESSIONS73 You should do a video to show people how to bed the brakes to prevent squealing.

[@sn3llzie241]

Love the vids. Do you know a solution to the throttle not working? It cuts out, waiting for an answer from Super73 atm.

[@SESSIONS73]

Thanks for the props. Dang, I don't. I know Super73 can be a bit slow on their support, but if you're patient, they will get you some answers. Does it cut out when you're not pushing the brakes? Sometimes the brake sensors can be finicky and cut the throttle. It might be related.

[@sn3llzie241]

@@SESSIONS73 Thanks for the answer. Most of the time it dosen't work whatsoever and while it does, it just gives up after a few seconds. I will definitely look in to the brake sensor related thing.

[@romanpena5154]

Part p20.11 does not work on the Super 73RX…

[@SESSIONS73]

They have 4 piston calipers

[@luisdiaz312]

My rear brake squeaks like hell and then it does some weird grinding noise, it only has 30 miles on it. I've cleaned the rotors but haven't tried centering the brakes, I'll go ahead and do that and see what happens.

[@SESSIONS73]

Hope that helps!

[@jamessanchez8796]

Thanks was wondering if i could use 20.11 pads on my s2.

[@SESSIONS73]

Yep! Been a game changer so far. 100 miles in and very minimal squealing and more confident braking for sure.

[@mywaveinwoodswoodperfumes]

Is it important to push back the two silver pistols n both sides? Or it’s just only in your case ? Why you pushed them back?

[@SESSIONS73]

So, you want to reset the pistons so you know that you have room to slide the calipers on the disc. It might not be necessary, but it's a best practice.

[@rjeddy101]

Can the same ones be used on the rx?

[@SESSIONS73]

No, they have different pads because they are 4-piston calipers.

[@strout2944]

Is this compatible with B01S?

[@SESSIONS73]

I'm not sure.

[@relax2565]

GREAT,THANKS

[@SESSIONS73]

You’re welcome!

[@Jaydendarulaa]

bro the side bolt are glued on I swear

[@SESSIONS73]

It was pretty rough.

[@gbengarr1]

But the discs are very exposed to the elements so why being so careful not to touch them with your hands? Don't you ride the bike on rough terrains and through puddles???

[@SESSIONS73]

That’s a good question. Because your hand grease can make some of those elements stick to the rotor easier.