The front brake lever won't go back as normal

[Easy Rider]

Originally Posted by alantf

In over forty years of riding/driving I have NEVER EVER changed brake fluid. NEVER EVER had a problem. Am I just lucky?

Maybe but I've had a LOT of vehicles over the years that I never messed with the brake fluid .....and didn't have any problems either. I have now decided to have the fluid " serviced" whenever the pads/shoes are replaced.

The old fluid will turn VERY dark but a routine changing on SOME schedule is probably best......even if it is every 5 years.