rattling brake lever gt750a

[malky]

hi all the front brake lever is driving me potty! it rattles about in the master cylinder and the only way i can shut it up is by keeping a finger on it - ive tried shimming it but to no avail someone on here must have a dodge for fixing it as it seems to be a common problem on these old bikes.

Mal

[tz375]

Remove the lever and drill/bore it oversize and press in a sleeve that's a better match to the pivot bolt.

[two-stroke-brit]

the original sleeve might be missing.
not sure if mine had a sleeve or a shoulder bolt.
cheers mark

[fregado]

Thanks for the post, mine has the same issue

[malky]

took the lever off and there is no bush in it at all! dug out a spare and guess what - not one in that either so just ordered a genuine Suzuki item Ill give that a try if that doesnt cure it ill try tz375 s option Ive got a piece of brass that can be turned down to fit watch this space.
Mal

[rbond]

You might also try a light spring on the shaft the handle pushes on, will provide a constant, light tension on the handle.

[malky]

sorted - new genuine Suzuki lever complete with brass bush,a nice tight fit-no more rattles and a better feeling brake to boot! what a difference it makes not to have that bloody rattle all the time-- result !!!
Mal