The rear brakes on my scooter squeal terribly when applied. What could cause this (i have had new pads fitted

The scooter is relatively new (purchased last october ) and the repair place I use seem at a loss as to its cause.

Take the pads back out and coat the backs (the metal plate not the friction material) with a thin smear of copper based grease like Copperslip. Do not let the grease come into contact with the disk (rotor in USA) or the friction material of the pads. Don't get it on your hands either as it is carcinogenic. This should help the squealing. Do not use ordinary grease as the melting point is too low. It must be a copper based grease.

If you're in any doubt whatsoever about how to proceed seek expert help. You cannot be too careful with brakes!

Perhaps go back to whoever fitted the new pads and ask them to carry out the above procedure.

http://a2stainless.co.uk/Copper-Grease-S...


Good Luck and Safe Scootering!!

its the type of brake pads used
you can buy anti squeak pads, but they are more expensive

dust in between the pads and the disc

Either dust between pad and brake or badly scored disc

The quality of the pads could be an issue, as well as dirty drums. If you got mud or other dirt on the drums, then the brakes were applied, the heat can cause glazing on the drums which will cause squeaking. It doesn't really affect the performance of the breaks, but it's VERY annoying.

If you think the breaks are not performing as they should, have them checked out. They may also be able to clean the drums.

dukeofspace Has given you the correct answer, give him the 10 points.