The better (and easier) way to bleed Shimano brakes | Syd Fixes Bikes

Brake bleeds might seem like magic, but they're pretty straight forward if you have the right tools. Here's the method that a Shimano race mechanic taught us that's both better AND easier that the standard syringe method. What you'll need: Shimano bleed kit: https://bit.ly/2HHGhFg Shimano mineral oil (brake fluid): https://bit.ly/3kDFOSy Allen keys: https://bit.ly/3jF9MnY Paint pen: https://amzn.to/2TpCL4u Shop towels: https://amzn.to/36tvFnd Brake cleaner: https://bit.ly/2Tvpzen Other things in the shed: Our toolkit: https://bit.ly/337LfDf Work stand: https://bit.ly/3sekMPO Tool pegboard: https://amzn.to/3mTYlLY Syd's apron: https://amzn.to/345MbHz 00:00 Intro 00:24 What you'll need 00:48 Why should you do this? 01:46 Why gravity bleed? 02:38 Gravity bleed setup 05:18 Gravity bleeding Shimano brakes 09:27 Cleanup 10:11 Finishing up 11:25 How to do a gravity bleed in one minute These links are affiliate links which means we get a small percentage of the sale! The price stays the same for you, but you can support our channel by purchasing through one of these links :) If this video was helpful and saved you time and/or money, consider supporting the channel: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sydandmacky Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/sydandmacky Paypal: https://paypal.me/sydandmacky Or hit the "Thanks" button above to leave a tip Our vlogging channel: https://www.youtube.com/sydandmacky Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sydandmacky/