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How to Replace the Rear Brake Shoes on a Piaggio Ciao?

Model: Piaggio Ciao
Part: Brake drums and shoes

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The procedure for replacing the rear brake shoes on a Piaggio Ciao involves loosening the screws that secure the rear wheel to the swingarm and completely removing it. After the rear wheel has been removed, detach the drum from the wheel to access the underlying brake shoes.

You can then free the shoes from the corresponding spring.

Once the old shoes are removed, insert the new ones, securing them properly and checking that the rear brake functions correctly.


Updated on 12 August 2026 by ScegliAuto


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