1. Husqvarna Motorcycles Made In Sweden - About 1988 and older

1976 360 Front brake movement

Discussion in 'Vintage/Left Kickers' started by Alfie, Mar 2, 2017.

  1. Alfie Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    Pembrokeshire
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    76 360 WR
    Other Motorcycles:
    Honda XR600r
    When I put on the front brake I get very slight movement from the front brake anchor plate, only quarter of an an inch or so but it gives an anoying bump each time, first I thought the forks were lose but after inspection found the anchor movement where the brake cover slots into the fork, has anyone had this problem ? or should I just ignore it ?
    Thanks for your time
    Alfie
    Alfie, Mar 2, 2017
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  2. Eurofreak Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    Western NY
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    1986 TE 510, 1982 CR250, 2008 WR250
    Other Motorcycles:
    70's Triumph , Bultaco , Maico, etc
    You could shim it if the movement is excessive. I don't think the banging is good for the brake cover. I've shimmed the rear brakes before.
    Eurofreak, Mar 2, 2017
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  3. Picklito Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Washington
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    430, 430, 430, ,400, 175
    Other Motorcycles:
    KTM250xc, KTM500mx, KTM440exc
    I found the same problem during the restore of my 73 CR400. I didn't have the correct axle pieces, and the backing plate was not bottoming out on the fork tab. Once I got the right pieces the fitment became very solid. When I laced the wheel I centered the rim from there. Looks very good now and no slop. But, if you already have a working setup, shim it as mentioned above.
    Picklito, Mar 4, 2017
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