Rear Brake Pad Remval

[cycloneranger]

I searched for info maybe I am searching in the wrong area? Anyway have new brake pads and see the pin with the small clip removed clip and pin does not push out (special tool?) Sorry but I have been riding and wrenching on bikes since 1965 but cannot figure this one out. And where can I find a shop manual for my 09 Norte. lOVE THE BIKE AND THIS FORUM THANKS

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[Perazzimx14]

I searched for info maybe I am searching in the wrong area? Anyway have new brake pads and see the pin with the small clip removed clip and pin does not push out (special tool?) Sorry but I have been riding and wrenching on bikes since 1965 but cannot figure this one out. And where can I find a shop manual for my 09 Norte. lOVE THE BIKE AND THIS FORUM THANKS

The cycloneranger rides again.

What bike are we working on?

[cycloneranger]

2009 NORGE

[Perazzimx14]

https://www.manualslib.com/manual/1126681/Moto-Guzzi-Norge-Gt-8v.html

[cycloneranger]

Thanks for the manual, no riding here in Northern Arkansas today anyway raining, tomorrow is more promising. Thanks again for your help

[Huzo]

Give the pin a slight tap with a suitable punch.
There’s an expandable bit on the pin that reduces the chance of the pin coming out if the clip falls off.
A VERY light touch of grease will aid subsequent removal, but don’t slather it on like your favourite lubricant, or you may have grease migrating onto your pads.

[Perazzimx14]

I lube the pins with a dab of copper anti seize. Like Huzo states not a lot.

[Muzz]

I lube the pins with a dab of copper anti seize. Like Huzo states not a lot.

I do that as well.

The Breva 750 has those pins held in with minute C-clips.  Horrible little things.  I would much prefer an R-clip.

[Huzo]

Has anyone heard from Cycloneranger ?