I just wanted to say thank you again. I ordered the universal bleed kit you suggested, and followed your step by step instructions. This video was easy to follow and allowed me to do this myself. We have the Aventure Aventure bikes and they are heavy to transport so being able to do this myself was wonderful. Appreciate the help so much!
Worked as advertised. Thank you for the recommendation. The only thing different for me was it took awhile to get all the air (bubbles) to work their way out of the system. Your video was clear and straight forward.
Thanks for this. I was paying $20 per brake on my Aventon Level to get this done at the local shop. I had no idea how simple it was. I'll be doing this myself for now on.
Saw this video last year…I finally got the kit…I saw your video just now…I’m doing exactly what you did…we have each the Aventure and we love them…I’ll keep you posted..
I've been searching for this very kind of tutorial for my Aventure. I've lost most of the brake pressure in my rear brake and I took it to the bike shop while I was on a ride the other day. They tell me it most likely needs to be bled. I was curious what the procedure was to bleed the brake line and was very happy to learn how easy it is to do. I think I'm going to purchase a bleed kit on Amazon and do this myself rather than paying the bike shop every time it needs to be done. Thanks a lot for making a tutorial on this. It's much appreciated.
DUDE THANK YOU!!! I just got an e-bike and I been spending $20 for brake pads. Thinking that was the issue. Until I notice there was fluid. This was the first video I found and helped me so much. I have a Dakeya and worked well. Thanks again 🙏🏽
not knowing the first thing about bike brakes, I was afraid I would mess things up if I tried to bleed the brakes myself. But you made it look so easy. And it was. Thank you for this quick and simple video I can now enjoy riding my bike again knowing that I won't have to haul it 50 miles to the nearest bike shop.
Just got my Aventure today and it needs a rear brake bleed right out of the box. Wish they had included a kit with the bike, seems a common problem. Glad to see it's not too bad to perform myself from this video though.
Excellent tutorial. I just did this to my wife and my Aventure’s. I noticed that pumping quite vigorously seemed to get more air from further down the line. Also, before capping the screw, I added a few more drops from the bottle just to top off and left it squeeze out on it’s own. They feel better than new I think.
Thank you very much for the video. I just put my Pace 500.2 together and the right lever was mushy out of the box. I ordered the kit you linked to. Cheaper and faster than a trip to the bike shop.
Like others have mentioned - Thank You and much appreciation. Finding self-help videos on YT is easy, finding the ones that get right to the point while being excellently demonstrated is a different story. Your video nailed it. BTW, when you post the video about a complete brake fluid replacement I'll bookmark that too. My new bike came with hydraulic brakes and they became soft after ~160 miles. The factory offered to pay to have a local shop do the work but thanks to you I'll do it myself (in a much shorter time than driving my bike to the bike shop would take). Safe riding!!
Thanks for watching! So glad my video helped you. Since I made this video I have been reviewing so many new bikes that it might take forever before I do a full brake bleed on my Aventure.
The universal kit in the link only works for the top "burp" bleed method you demonstrate in the video. The kit does not have an adapter small enough for the Zoom caliper plug so you can't do the full bleeding technique. The burp method was good enough to get my brakes to work though. Thank you!
I used a different “universal” kit bought on Amazon to bleed the spongy rear brake on my Aventure. (Zoom brakes also) The kit you used has a plunger/stopper included in it, that’s handy. The one I used has a clamp that goes on a clear plastic tube to seal it. It works but it’s a little bit more difficult to use. Snugged up the all the brake fittings a tiny bit while I was at it. Haven’t had any issues in the 1000+ miles since bleeding it. Appreciate the video!
I really appreciate this video. I’ve always been leery of bleeding hydraulic disc brakes. Generally speaking I have no problem doing anything with the bike from changing tires to putting on a mid drive E bike motor. But for some reason hydraulic brake system has always made me nervous. But I guess it goes back to when I was racing motorcycles many many years ago. We did not use hydraulic brakes in those days, it was drum brakes so just lack of experience with hydraulic systems. Again thanks much, this comes at a good time.
Purchased the kit and now im back to follow along, appreciate you making this video. Another suggestion is a video explaining when you need new brakes versus just needing to bleed them like this? I almost just got new brakes until I found this video.
Thanks Scott! I purchased the recommended star keys and bleed kit from your links about 6 months ago for my A1. Thanks for this detailed video that shows me how to do this myself, and saving me some dough! 💰
Could you post the universal bleed kit link. Not finding the one w/ funnel & plunger for zoom brakes. Just the syringe ones & they are harder to use. Thanks
Thanks for the awesome Video. you just nailed the steps. I just ordered my kit. I will revert after my fix as well. Thanks again for helping others. i saved $40 which i paid 6 months ago,
Thank you so much for a great video tutorial. I had already bought a universal kit which, had I just tried to use that would have been a nightmare. All I needed from it was one nipple and the cup and little stick, boom done! It did come with the right star wrench though and I can add it to the 50 other ones I have.😀
Thank you for such awesome video on pumping brake fluid, today I changed my brake pads on my Aventon Aventure bike and brake lever still sinks and that’s why I’m watching your video 😅 I have same exact bicycle same color as well with 1,600 miles on it already
great video i am going to order those. i have 2 aventures and going down hill the other day my wifes rear brake just didn't work. squeeze and nothing. sometimes you have to pump it to get it to work. about to take it into the shop but now i will do this first.
Funny that I just came across this video, bcuz just today I noticed that part of my handbrake for the very first time!🤣 But mine says “MINERAL OIL” on it…?? Is this different than the hydraulic oil/fluid?
I just replaced the rear pads on my Level with Bengal brakes. Now my throw travels too much and I can’t find any adjustments. I have never leaked fluid so I’m at a loss.
I’m struggling with this so much. No bubbles are coming up. My brake isn’t stiffening. Maybe there’s something else wrong? I’m still new to bikes like this
I know this has nothing to do to do with brakes but where do I get a replacement battery for a adventure and would a adventure 2 battery work in a regular adventure
Hey..great videos. I am enjoying all of your videos. I saw a video on aventure2 step through having "wobble" issues. Have you heard of that? Is it bad enough I should consider getting the step over? Thanks for the great content.
Hello friend. Since I don’t have a level I have no idea what pads it would need. I would reach out to Aventon or check the Facebook groups to see if anyone knows.
So it sounds like we need to do this when we get to much play/travel in the brake lever before breaking starts? Just got a new aventure and I feel it moves to far before applying any brakes.
It should. They use Textro brakes. I have the Aventure 2 and have not had any issues with my levers so I haven't needed to use it, but the kit is pretty universal.
@@scotthardesty That gives me a good idea, thank you! I'm at almost 600 now, so I should probably do it. I took it in for a tune up at around 200 but I am not sure if they did a brake bleed or not then.
@@scotthardestyoh ok that makes things easier my front brakes are completely soft and make a air noise when you squeeze them so I plan on bleeding them to see if that works
Great question. The fluid that was put in the brake lines could have been a darker color that the bike shop used when they did it. I hadn’t thought about that. I’m not a bike pro by any means but that makes more sense than the fluid being bad after only 800 miles.
I had this exact problem on my back brake , so contacted Aventon and they sent my new brakes front and back for my bike, apparently they use different brakes on new Aventure that are shipped . Might be an issue with the izoom.
They just shipped today , i’ll update on the brand when they deliver. My friend just bought an Aventure and he had Shimano brakes. Support just said they use a different brake. I noticed also on the Aventures being shipped they have an updated Kenda tire.
Hi Scott. I am in the process of upgrading my new Aventure and trying different things out. Have you ever or would you recommend a larger front sprocket for our pedal cadence to kinda match up better with the Aventures higher speeds? Have you done a video about that or tried it or know a video I can see about that? Thanks Scott.
I'm in a couple of different Aventon groups on Facebook. I have seen some people switching ours to a 52-tooth front sprocket but I haven't done it myself. I put on a shorter crank (the attached video shows the mods I have done and part of it shows the distance in length with the factory crank and the new one to include links to the shorter crank, if needed). I suggest you search within the groups to learn more about the front sprocket sizes and what they do. Good luck with your search! ua-cam.com/video/guDxQVVOGVo/v-deo.html
My Aventure has 550 miles and brakes still good, haven't been easy on them and lots of hills. I like doing my own ebike set up: adjusting, tuning and repairs. Thanks for this one on the fluid,...easy Peasy. Pads also need monitoring. Marvel of Ebikes guy did a good UA-cam how he changed his.
I’m getting close to 200 miles, and I’m in the Sierra, so every ride has hills and hard braking. So far so good, but keeping a close watch on how the brakes feel.
When removing the fill hole/bleed port cover with the star fitting make sure you have a rug or soft towel under the work area as it's almost guaranteed that one time or another you'll drop the cover and then have to spend a hour to find it.....if you're lucky.
Excellent video! I just did the job in 20 minutes and didn’t spill a drop…in the driveway with the porch light on. The star key came with the kit you linked…an allen wrench style with two stars…the big one fit. You made this easy.
I bought a complete hydraulic brake bleeding kit for my E-bikes when I first got into e-bikes, because like your automobile you're going to have to replace your pads at some point. Bleeding is only a temporary fix, your pads are wearing down, that is why your brake fluid seems to be low. Adding more brake fluid and bleeding is only making your warn down pads even smaller and eventually you're going to be gouging your brake discs because once the pad is gone, the only thing left is the rivets that were holding your pads together. You may want to check your pads and see if it may be time to replace them. Here is what I bought for that eventuality, it the Park Tool BKM-I hydraulic brake bleed kit. By the way mineral oil is what is most commonly used for bicycle or E-bike hydraulic oil.
Say Wayne have you attempted to replace your brake pads yet? I’m having a heck of of a time finding Pads for my Aventon Level which supposedly are the same as the Adventure. My ride has Bengals ares hydraulic brake pads . Crazy how hard it is locating them. Aventon has been out of stock for quite some time.
You sure about that? As far as I can tell, it had everything needed for a full brake bleed. Since I have only had to do the lever bleed on these brakes, I have not had to do a full bleed.
@@scotthardesty , thanks but the fitting at the rear is smaller, I ordered a Zoom kit, I’ll see how it works. Your video is actually very well done and is appreciated. I wish you well.
@ I saw another approach by pushing the fluid from the rear caliper up to the reservoir on brake lever. Guessing this would be a full flush versus a top off? I am at 946 miles on an Aventure, what is preferred fix? Thank you.
@@scotthardesty got the kit two days ago and it worked out. Minus and a big minus the fact that it is definitely a pain trying to push fluid through the brake caliper up to the handlebar, especially when they don't give you the appropriate size fitting. So your advice is on the money you definitely gotta get yourself a syringe or do something else to work that issue out. Luckily I don't mind having my hands drenched in mineral oil.
Scott, you need to put one of the very small o-rings on the small end of the adapter before you lock it into the cup. Also, the lever needs to be loosened and leveled with the ground. Check out "Syd fixes bikes", she has one of the best videos on this topic.
Universal Bleed Kit: amzn.to/3zpQhuH
Star Key set used for brake Lever: amzn.to/3QVBP3V
Thank you I have a denago e bike same brakes you just saved me some money
@@ryangreenawalt284 Glad it worked out!
I just wanted to say thank you again. I ordered the universal bleed kit you suggested, and followed your step by step instructions. This video was easy to follow and allowed me to do this myself. We have the Aventure Aventure bikes and they are heavy to transport so being able to do this myself was wonderful. Appreciate the help so much!
Great to hear! Great job!
Oh my gosh, that was so easy. Saved me $75, with a wait time of four weeks. You’re a hero!
Thanks!!
Glad it helped!
Worked as advertised. Thank you for the recommendation. The only thing different for me was it took awhile to get all the air (bubbles) to work their way out of the system. Your video was clear and straight forward.
I'm glad it helped!
Thanks for this. I was paying $20 per brake on my Aventon Level to get this done at the local shop. I had no idea how simple it was. I'll be doing this myself for now on.
Glad I could help!
Saw this video last year…I finally got the kit…I saw your video just now…I’m doing exactly what you did…we have each the Aventure and we love them…I’ll keep you posted..
I hope it fixes it!
Just followed your lead on the whole procedure, it worked out perfectly ! Thanks for sharing.
Glad it helped!
I've been searching for this very kind of tutorial for my Aventure. I've lost most of the brake pressure in my rear brake and I took it to the bike shop while I was on a ride the other day. They tell me it most likely needs to be bled. I was curious what the procedure was to bleed the brake line and was very happy to learn how easy it is to do. I think I'm going to purchase a bleed kit on Amazon and do this myself rather than paying the bike shop every time it needs to be done. Thanks a lot for making a tutorial on this. It's much appreciated.
Glad I could help!
I have an Aventure and getting ready to bleed the brakes. My appreciation for a succinct and excellent video.
Glad it was helpful!
❤❤❤you the best teacher and public relations person I've met.❤
hahahaha. Thanks!
DUDE THANK YOU!!! I just got an e-bike and I been spending $20 for brake pads. Thinking that was the issue. Until I notice there was fluid. This was the first video I found and helped me so much. I have a Dakeya and worked well. Thanks again 🙏🏽
Glad to help!
not knowing the first thing about bike brakes, I was afraid I would mess things up if I tried to bleed the brakes myself. But you made it look so easy. And it was. Thank you for this quick and simple video I can now enjoy riding my bike again knowing that I won't have to haul it 50 miles to the nearest bike shop.
Glad I could help!
Just got my Aventure today and it needs a rear brake bleed right out of the box. Wish they had included a kit with the bike, seems a common problem. Glad to see it's not too bad to perform myself from this video though.
Sorry to hear that... and glad I will be able to help!
Excellent tutorial. I just did this to my wife and my Aventure’s. I noticed that pumping quite vigorously seemed to get more air from further down the line. Also, before capping the screw, I added a few more drops from the bottle just to top off and left it squeeze out on it’s own. They feel better than new I think.
Thanks man. Good idea adding a few more drops
Thank you for sharing. Kit worked perfectly. Saved me $50 by not having to take to my local bike shop. 👍🏼
Glad it worked out!
Thanks!
Thank you!
Just got my Aventure a few weeks ago. Your videos have been really helpful. Looking forward to more.
I’m glad I can help! Let me know if there is anything you want me to cover!
Haven’t got mine yet but these videos are very encouraging and helpful.
Very nice video easy step by step instructions but my friend can you do a video for the aventure 2 I believe they changed the brakes to Tektro.
The process is the same. Doesn't matter if the brakes are Zoom or Tektro.
Thank you very much for the video. I just put my Pace 500.2 together and the right lever was mushy out of the box. I ordered the kit you linked to. Cheaper and faster than a trip to the bike shop.
Glad it helped
Like others have mentioned - Thank You and much appreciation.
Finding self-help videos on YT is easy, finding the ones that get right to the point while being excellently demonstrated is a different story. Your video nailed it.
BTW, when you post the video about a complete brake fluid replacement I'll bookmark that too.
My new bike came with hydraulic brakes and they became soft after ~160 miles. The factory offered to pay to have a local shop do the work but thanks to you I'll do it myself (in a much shorter time than driving my bike to the bike shop would take). Safe riding!!
Thanks for watching! So glad my video helped you. Since I made this video I have been reviewing so many new bikes that it might take forever before I do a full brake bleed on my Aventure.
The universal kit in the link only works for the top "burp" bleed method you demonstrate in the video. The kit does not have an adapter small enough for the Zoom caliper plug so you can't do the full bleeding technique. The burp method was good enough to get my brakes to work though. Thank you!
Since I have not tried to do a full brake bleed that is good to know.
I used a different “universal” kit bought on Amazon to bleed the spongy rear brake on my Aventure. (Zoom brakes also) The kit you used has a plunger/stopper included in it, that’s handy. The one I used has a clamp that goes on a clear plastic tube to seal it. It works but it’s a little bit more difficult to use.
Snugged up the all the brake fittings a tiny bit while I was at it. Haven’t had any issues in the 1000+ miles since bleeding it.
Appreciate the video!
Knowing how to do this kept me from sending my bike back to a local bike shop. Good to see that others like you doing your own maintenance as well.
I really appreciate this video. I’ve always been leery of bleeding hydraulic disc brakes. Generally speaking I have no problem doing anything with the bike from changing tires to putting on a mid drive E bike motor. But for some reason hydraulic brake system has always made me nervous. But I guess it goes back to when I was racing motorcycles many many years ago. We did not use hydraulic brakes in those days, it was drum brakes so just lack of experience with hydraulic systems. Again thanks much, this comes at a good time.
Great! I hope it helped!
Purchased the kit and now im back to follow along, appreciate you making this video. Another suggestion is a video explaining when you need new brakes versus just needing to bleed them like this? I almost just got new brakes until I found this video.
Let me know if it worked!
@@scotthardesty Worked like a charm. I was able to do both our bikes and get the brake feeling normal again. Thanks again for the help
@@MobileGamingLegendz Victory!
Thanks Scott! I purchased the recommended star keys and bleed kit from your links about 6 months ago for my A1. Thanks for this detailed video that shows me how to do this myself, and saving me some dough! 💰
Glad to help!
Thank you so much! I just started riding mine about a month ago, and my right lever barely does anything. I'm excited that it's easier than I thought.
Glad I could help!
Thanks , two years later needed your video and link , Awesome . I didn't know the mineral oil boils and evaporates with braking .
I did not know that either until you just told me.
I just received my aventure and it came with techtro brakes but will get the kit for future
Hopefully they work beautifully for you.
That's what mine has as well. I bought a kit to have on hand for future use. Fairly cheap insurance.
Could you post the universal bleed kit link. Not finding the one w/ funnel & plunger for zoom brakes. Just the syringe ones & they are harder to use. Thanks
Hi Julie. I put the the link in the video description but I will also make it a pinned post.
You can breed your brake lever? I'll try it but I'll need a step ladder🎉
Let me know how it goes. hahaha
Thanks for the awesome Video. you just nailed the steps. I just ordered my kit. I will revert after my fix as well. Thanks again for helping others. i saved $40 which i paid 6 months ago,
Great to hear!
at 2:31 when you put the plug into the cup, I noticed the o-ring was not on the end of the plug. There is one for each end.
You kinda lost me on this one because it worked perfectly without any leaks.
I appreciated your video. I’ve never done this before but you made it easy to understand. Thanks
Glad I could help!
Thank you so much for a great video tutorial. I had already bought a universal kit which, had I just tried to use that would have been a nightmare. All I needed from it was one nipple and the cup and little stick, boom done! It did come with the right star wrench though and I can add it to the 50 other ones I have.😀
Sounds like a win! I am glad this helped.
Excellent, fast and easy video! 😊👍🏽
Glad it helped!
Thank you for such awesome video on pumping brake fluid, today I changed my brake pads on my Aventon Aventure bike and brake lever still sinks and that’s why I’m watching your video 😅 I have same exact bicycle same color as well with 1,600 miles on it already
I am glad you have found this video helpful! Happy riding!
Great video. Thank you super helpful. Any chance you’ll still do the fluid replacement video?
Probably the next time I need to do the brake bleed I will replace the fluid. But right now my brakes are performing perfectly so it might be a bit.
Thanks Scott, Super easy and now my wife's bike has brakes!!
Fantastic!
great video i am going to order those. i have 2 aventures and going down hill the other day my wifes rear brake just didn't work. squeeze and nothing. sometimes you have to pump it to get it to work. about to take it into the shop but now i will do this first.
This should work for you. I had the same issue with mine as well.
Funny that I just came across this video, bcuz just today I noticed that part of my handbrake for the very first time!🤣 But mine says “MINERAL OIL” on it…??
Is this different than the hydraulic oil/fluid?
It's all mineral oil. Glad you found me!
Great video, Scott - exactly what I was looking for. Thanks!👏👏
Glad to help!
I just replaced the rear pads on my Level with Bengal brakes. Now my throw travels too much and I can’t find any adjustments. I have never leaked fluid so I’m at a loss.
Sounds like you need to take it to your local bike shop to get sorted out.
I’m struggling with this so much. No bubbles are coming up. My brake isn’t stiffening. Maybe there’s something else wrong? I’m still new to bikes like this
Hmmmm... At this point I would take it to a local bike shop. There might be something more your brake issue than a lever bleed.
I know this has nothing to do to do with brakes but where do I get a replacement battery for a adventure and would a adventure 2 battery work in a regular adventure
You get a an extra battery direct from Aventon. Yes, the Aventure 2, Abound, and Aventure 1 battery all work.
Awesome video! Thanks, my pace 500 lever was pulling all the way down to the handlebar.
Glad it helped!
Just passed 500 miles. Same problem. Thanks for posting.
Glad it helped
Great info thanks how do you adjust the brakes?
By pulling the cable tighter then re-tightening it until its how you like it.
@scotthardesty thanks for the info but witch cable is it there isn't to much info on it on UA-cam. Thanks
@@sal1964 it’s the cable coming from the brake lever. The only cable connecting the caliper to the brake lever.
@@scotthardesty thanks
Hey..great videos. I am enjoying all of your videos. I saw a video on aventure2 step through having "wobble" issues. Have you heard of that? Is it bad enough I should consider getting the step over? Thanks for the great content.
I have not heard of this wobble. I just know I prefer the look and feel of a step over more than a step through. I thank you for watching my channel!
I.have the Zoom brakes model #H876E 2 pin. How do you adjust the throw of the brake lever for firmer feel
Unfortunately, I don't know that answer.
@scotthardesty i figured it out. The screws were so small i overlooked em. 2mm, really, lol..its all good , thank you tho
@@williamday3727 Great! I am glad you figured it out.
@scotthardesty thanks..its a Himiway cruiser, all new to me, 14k mi, its Himi in name only now, lol
My brake pads are stuck closed and the handles have no pressure on my aventure do i need to do a brake bleed to fix that problem?
sounds like you mike need a full brake bleed instead of a lever bleed. I would take that to a local bike shop for review.
Thanks buddy, this is just what I was looking for! A+! 👍
Glad I could help!
Worked great on the rear brake lever for my Aventon Level bike. Thank you!! Zoom brakes also.
Great to hear!
Thanks a lot. This video was super helpful to me in bleeding the brakes on my Aventon bike.
Glad I could help!
😮 what about the break pads do u know what kind of break pads work for aventon level ?? can u like me some, please
Hello friend. Since I don’t have a level I have no idea what pads it would need. I would reach out to Aventon or check the Facebook groups to see if anyone knows.
So it sounds like we need to do this when we get to much play/travel in the brake lever before breaking starts? Just got a new aventure and I feel it moves to far before applying any brakes.
I would... and have, and do actually. Hahahaha
Thank you for the informative video! Do you know if this brake bleed kit will work on the Aventure 2?
It should. They use Textro brakes. I have the Aventure 2 and have not had any issues with my levers so I haven't needed to use it, but the kit is pretty universal.
@@scotthardesty Thank you good to know! How many miles were you at with your Aventure when you had to do your first brake bleed?
@@simran123dhaliwal hmmmm. I don’t really know. Under 500.
@@scotthardesty That gives me a good idea, thank you! I'm at almost 600 now, so I should probably do it. I took it in for a tune up at around 200 but I am not sure if they did a brake bleed or not then.
Thank you. I have the same brakes on a Ride 1 up ebike that went very spongy at about 400mi. Kit ordered 👍
Let me know what you think about them once you get them settled in!
Wait so you don't need to do the part with the syringe on the brake caliper???
Not for this part.
@@scotthardestyoh ok that makes things easier my front brakes are completely soft and make a air noise when you squeeze them so I plan on bleeding them to see if that works
@@baliboi_santa4162 Let me know if it works!
Nice, helpful video Scott. Was the fluid really dirty or just a darker color? How does brake fluid get dirty in an almost new bike?
Great question. The fluid that was put in the brake lines could have been a darker color that the bike shop used when they did it. I hadn’t thought about that. I’m not a bike pro by any means but that makes more sense than the fluid being bad after only 800 miles.
Oh heck yea, I'm ordering that kit for my new bike, might as well go ahead since it's so simple.
It's good to have just in case.
Another great video Scott ! Thanks for sharing.
I hope it helped!
Do you have the name or link of that specific bleeding kit?
Great video, btw!
Yes. it was in the descriptoin and the pinned comment. Universal Bleed Kit: amzn.to/3zpQhuH
Star Key set used for brake Lever: amzn.to/3QVBP3V
I had this exact problem on my back brake , so contacted Aventon and they sent my new brakes front and back for my bike, apparently they use different brakes on new Aventure that are shipped . Might be an issue with the izoom.
Interesting. What brand of brakes did they send you?
They just shipped today , i’ll update on the brand when they deliver. My friend just bought an Aventure and he had Shimano brakes. Support just said they use a different brake. I noticed also on the Aventures being shipped they have an updated Kenda tire.
Finally got my brakes they promised, they sent me Bengal Ares3
Interesting... mine has Tektro
Thanks just ordered kit for wifey E-Bike Thanks for the great video 👍
Glad I could help!
Where did you get the odd shaped hex tool to remove the bleed cap?
It’s a star head. Any local hardware store.
@@scotthardesty T15?
@@Letsgo77761 oh man. I’m not sure. I had a set and just kept trying until one fit. My apologies.
Did you do the full hydraulic replacement video?
No, because my brakes have been perfect since making this video.
Scott, Had any flat tires? Video?
Over 1100 miles, zero flat tires. I put FlatOut (ATV version) in my tires and I ride worry free!
Welll presented and concise. Thanks. Glad I looked at the mineral oil in the kit before using DOT brake fluid
Glad to help!
Hi Scott. I am in the process of upgrading my new Aventure and trying different things out. Have you ever or would you recommend a larger front sprocket for our pedal cadence to kinda match up better with the Aventures higher speeds? Have you done a video about that or tried it or know a video I can see about that? Thanks Scott.
I'm in a couple of different Aventon groups on Facebook. I have seen some people switching ours to a 52-tooth front sprocket but I haven't done it myself. I put on a shorter crank (the attached video shows the mods I have done and part of it shows the distance in length with the factory crank and the new one to include links to the shorter crank, if needed). I suggest you search within the groups to learn more about the front sprocket sizes and what they do. Good luck with your search! ua-cam.com/video/guDxQVVOGVo/v-deo.html
My Aventure has 550 miles and brakes still good, haven't been easy on them and lots of hills. I like doing my own ebike set up: adjusting, tuning and repairs. Thanks for this one on the fluid,...easy Peasy. Pads also need monitoring. Marvel of Ebikes guy did a good UA-cam how he changed his.
Thanks! I will check it out.
Thanks! I’m sure this will come in handy at some point. How many miles on your bike when you started to notice the brake issues?
Probably 300 miles. I’ve done this lever bleed a couple times since.
Mine started at about 100miles, but I've got big hills all around, so must apply more break on down hill.
I’m getting close to 200 miles, and I’m in the Sierra, so every ride has hills and hard braking. So far so good, but keeping a close watch on how the brakes feel.
@@michaelmay9958 Fingers crossed!
Thanks a lot ! My aventon came with mushy breaks :l
This will fix that for sure!
Sweet and by the way keep the Aventon content coming! we love ours overall. Your videos major roll in our decision Thank you
When removing the fill hole/bleed port cover with the star fitting make sure you have a rug or soft towel under the work area as it's almost guaranteed that one time or another you'll drop the cover and then have to spend a hour to find it.....if you're lucky.
You're right - those little covers can be a pain to find!
Link please to the star key and or size
This will get it done for you. amzn.to/3QVBP3V
New subscriber. Is there a link or specific brand name for that particular bleed kit on Amazon? Thanks!
Sure do. I had it posted in the description and as a pinned comment. Here you go. Universal Bleed Kit: amzn.to/3zpQhuH
Excellent video! I just did the job in 20 minutes and didn’t spill a drop…in the driveway with the porch light on. The star key came with the kit you linked…an allen wrench style with two stars…the big one fit. You made this easy.
@@glfcvrfan oh crap! I guess I better check the kit better!
Quick tip, change the pads first. Sometimes it's mushy because the pads are worn down and smaller creating more space.
I have only had to replace the pads after 1300 miles. This fixed it every time.
I bought a complete hydraulic brake bleeding kit for my E-bikes when I first got into e-bikes, because like your automobile you're going to have to replace your pads at some point. Bleeding is only a temporary fix, your pads are wearing down, that is why your brake fluid seems to be low. Adding more brake fluid and bleeding is only making your warn down pads even smaller and eventually you're going to be gouging your brake discs because once the pad is gone, the only thing left is the rivets that were holding your pads together. You may want to check your pads and see if it may be time to replace them. Here is what I bought for that eventuality, it the Park Tool BKM-I hydraulic brake bleed kit. By the way mineral oil is what is most commonly used for bicycle or E-bike hydraulic oil.
Thats a good idea about maybe the brake pads are getting worn hence the loose the brake levers.
Say Wayne have you attempted to replace your brake pads yet? I’m having a heck of of a time finding Pads for my Aventon Level which supposedly are the same as the Adventure. My ride has Bengals ares hydraulic brake pads . Crazy how hard it is locating them. Aventon has been out of stock for quite some time.
Oh man thank you so much I'm going to order this right now 😊
Glad I could help!
Excellent video instructions!!..TY
I hope it helps!
Kit is nice but no fitting to bleed rear brake
You sure about that? As far as I can tell, it had everything needed for a full brake bleed. Since I have only had to do the lever bleed on these brakes, I have not had to do a full bleed.
@@scotthardesty , thanks but the fitting at the rear is smaller, I ordered a Zoom kit, I’ll see how it works. Your video is actually very well done and is appreciated. I wish you well.
@@klemmazurowski9780 Ah. Good to know. Thanks for the info!
I’m overdue, 900+ miles, mushy. Thank you, well done.
Thank you!
@ I saw another approach by pushing the fluid from the rear caliper up to the reservoir on brake lever. Guessing this would be a full flush versus a top off? I am at 946 miles on an Aventure, what is preferred fix? Thank you.
@ For me, this has been the simplest solution. I have not had to do a full brake bleed yet.
Thanx for the great How-to, Scott!!
Happy to help!
Clear quick and easy. Thanks.
You're welcome!
Thank you. I have the same bike and am gonna give it a try.
Let me know how it goes!
Thanks for the universal kit tip!
You are welcome. Just trying to save people from making the same mistake I did.
Super helpful - thanks for the video!
Glad I could help!
Super helpful; thank you!
You're welcome!
great Vid Scott, thanks for the help!
Glad to help!
bought same kit, followed your video advice , worked perfectly. thank you!@@scotthardesty
@@JohnPaquette-d4i Yes! Thanks for trusting me.
Thanks so much man this worked great for me
Glad I could help!
Thanks for your videos. Very helpful.
Glad you like them!
Great video, thanks!
Glad you liked it!
Worked perfect and thank you
Glad it worked!
Cool info, thanks Scott!
I hope it helps!
@@scotthardesty got the kit two days ago and it worked out. Minus and a big minus the fact that it is definitely a pain trying to push fluid through the brake caliper up to the handlebar, especially when they don't give you the appropriate size fitting. So your advice is on the money you definitely gotta get yourself a syringe or do something else to work that issue out. Luckily I don't mind having my hands drenched in mineral oil.
Scott, you need to put one of the very small o-rings on the small end of the adapter before you lock it into the cup. Also, the lever needs to be loosened and leveled with the ground. Check out "Syd fixes bikes", she has one of the best videos on this topic.
I appreciate the input. Although, the technique I used worked and has also helped many people fix this issue as well. Thanks for watching!
Made it look simple! Thanks!
You're welcome!
Good video. Thanks.
I hope it helps!
I used Marvel mystery oil n a squirt can works so far
Good to hear that is an option as well.
@@scotthardesty Marvel Mystery oil is good stuff . Light oil i think it will work fine for electric bikes w-hydraliic brakes.
good video thanks
Thank you. I hope it helped!
Great video thank you!
Thank you. I hope it helps!
@@scotthardesty it definitely will my brother much respect
Thank you
You're welcome