damper shims for front brake rotors.. is there a substitute?

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Todd Richards
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damper shims for front brake rotors.. is there a substitute?

Postby Todd Richards » Wed Jun 06, 2012 9:11 am

All

I am currently replacing the bent front rim on my motorcycle. The damper shims that install between the brake rotors and rim mounting bosses are a little worn/delaminating. they list for ~ $3 each as Honda OEM.

I would like to know if there is a substitute for them/aftermarket available? is there a suitable material i could purchase and make the shim (basically washers) myself?

I am reluctant to not use them, as they do provide spacing for the rotors-with respect to the brake caliper clearance gap. The word "damper" got my attention... as I thought that a shim of correct thickness, of stainless steel would not provide any dampening when compressed as part of assembly?


Thank you for your time and assistance.

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