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Old 03-19-2014, 12:32 PM
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I have a 2011 Road King (w/abs) and I must have a front brake fluid leak.
The front brake fluid level gets low, and, I have to add some fluid approximately every 10 days. I can't find any leaks, nothing on the garage floor, where it's parked.
Anyone else have this problem, any ideas?
 
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Old 03-19-2014, 12:34 PM
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I would check for leaks while pumping the brake lever. It may be squirting out when you hit the brakes while riding.
 
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Old 03-20-2014, 03:43 PM
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Thx. I checked all around the bike (as parked), pulled the brake handle numerous times - I don't see any fluid leak/drops anywhere. I will do this for a couple of days to be sure
 
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Check the front wheel to see if there is any evidence of brake fluid residue.

Also. Wipe the calipers down to remove any brake dust. If, when cleaning it up, you find that it's oily/greasy feeling you may have a caliper/piston seal leaking.
 
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