Best motorcycle brake pad spreader tool?

I just discovered that these things exist.

I've been pushing pads/pistons apart as necessary with a slotted screwdriver.

I'd like to pick something up that minimizes the risk of injuring the pads, and wanted to ask if anyone is using one of these?

Apparently MotionPro used to make one, but no longer does.

Any input is appreciated.

Thank you!

 

The park tool looks exactly like the old MP one.
http://www.parktool.com/product/hydraulic-piston-press-pp-1-2

Its on of the things that seems really stupid and overkill, but very convenient to have around.

 

I saw someone using one that looked like this. My only hesitation is that the bit to slip between the pads looks quite thick, like it might be hard to fit in some of them.

Have you ever used one like this? Is it much better?

 

I use a flat chisel wrapped in a shop towel... Honestly if that hurts the pads in anyway I wont run that brand...

 

Large flathead screwdriver, with a towel if you're worried. Or a plastic putty knife.

Just be gentle, should be enough.

 

I use a pair of lock ring pliers similar to these. Quick easy, no damage to pads.

http://www.amazon.com/Stanley-J250G...3Ws2qxL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160,160_

 

Great to know I have some options.

Thanks, folks!

 

I use one of these.... works great on four pad calipers..

https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/...fAtaMSrB9KSb79XAZDV7Ut5PwjK6Glk_na2OaSgljF2DQ

 

Britt is not happy with these responses involving screwdrivers. Just sayin'.

 

it's like C. Broome, his eye probably starts to twitch with descriptions of mechanical procedures handled in such a manner .. LOL (sadly i too am a closet screwgy usin brake pad spreader)

 

3" (flathead) screwdriver

 

I use the non curved end of a small tire iron...

 

...or use a bench grinder and simply grind down the edges of a good size flathead screwdriver.

Remember to loosen the reservoir cap and just go slow and easy.

 

Damn, jus Damn...It was funny...running across your post as the hair on my neck was starting to stiffen up.

best thing I found is a large Brick Chisel kinda thin, wide and NEVER fucks up the pads..Brakes Pads are kinda Important to Motorcycle RoadRacing.

http://www.waresdirect.com/products...kURL=froogle&gclid=CK_otPCXg8gCFYUlgQodYFIJ6A

 

I use a tire spoon, they ones that look like a spoon with the round end. Cause it is already in the tool box and has never hurt anything. Normally not needed as long as no one touches the brake lever when the tire/rim is off, but someone always does, some times I do it by mistake.

 

I used a tapered piece of yellow pine furring.

 

Damn! You are so old you use wooden tools?

 

The right tool for the job...

 

Really??? 3' screwdriver between the OLD pads before you remove them.

 

Spreading pads? Very carefully with a screwdriver. Spreading caliper pistons? I push the pistons in with my fingers.