The Bike Geek

One reason disc brakes squeal is because they are ditry.  Here’s a quick tip on cleaning Disc Brake Pads.

1. Get some Brakeleen (or any Brake cleaning product) from your favorite automotive parts store
2. Take the pads out of the brake calipers
3. Spray the brake pads with Brakleen
4. Wait for the pads to dry (2-3 mintues)
5. Reassemble
6. Spray some brake cleaner on a clean rag or paper towel
7. Wipe the rotors with the rag
8. Go for a short ride and test the brakes

Do NOT use a citrus degreaser instead of brake cleaner.  Brakleen is made for using on disc brake parts and air dries almost instantly and leaves no residue.