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Front brakes sticking?

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    Front brakes sticking?

    Hi all ~

    My 1985 Nighthawk 650sc has been sitting in my unheated garage for about 16 months, and I noticed recently the front wheel is sticking a bit when I turn it.

    What made it seize up? Fluid change needed? Slider pins need to be lubed?

    Any thoughts appreciated of course.

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    Re: Front brakes sticking?

    The whole brake system probably needs going through but most likely the pistons in the calipers just need cleaning. Brake dust gets caked on the cylinders & makes it harder for them to release.

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