Re: Front Brake Lever Sticks - Brake Lites Stay On!

From: HogDoctor (hog.doctor@exec.pc.com)
Date: Mon Feb 28 2000 - 21:52:34 CST


JASmith428 wrote:

> Have a "suds" on me! I have a '99 FLSTC and am just getting back in to biking
> after a long dry spell. I notice that my front brake lever does not retract
> fully when released and the brake lights stay on until I manually push the
> lever back. I have an H-D Service Manual but it does not say anything about an
> adjustment or lube for the lever. I need some advice. By the way - barkeep,
> another round for my friends!! (Thanks for any help.)
>
> MoonRider

Squeeze the brake lever, than release it slowly, if the piston doesn't follow the
lever all the
way out, leaving some freeplay (slop) in the lever, then the master cylinder is
sticking
and needs to be rebuilt. Call your dealer of choice's service manager and have a
talk about it.

HogDr


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