I received a PDF manual (attached below) from Hayes Tech support. It's very comprehensive and describes in detail (with pictures) how to bleed Stroker disc brakes. Moreover, even if you don't own that particular model or brand of brake, it explains the theory behind bleeding hydraulic brake lines, which, in simplest terms, is flushing brake fluid through the hose in order to eliminate air bubbles, which cause spongy feel at the lever, fading performance and, occasionally, brake lock.

The Stroker is very simple to bleed, and the aftermarket brakes come complete with fluid and bleed kit (but no instructions, unfortunately).

I bought a second Stroker Ryde brake for the front of my son's Jamis Kromo, so he could do more trail riding. He had really messed up his rear disc pads by oiling them because they were squeaky... typical newbie mechanical fubar. Squeaky pads are generally due to misalignment or glazing, and can be remedied with a little know-how, a little sandpaper, and a hacksaw blade. I kid you not... just ask.

The boy had also fiddled with the various knobs, bolts and screws on the brake and lever in an attempt to quiet the disc demon, all of which added up to one seriously worthless stopper.

Download the PDF for the dope on bleeding the brakes. Maybe I'll divulge the alignment and pad tweaking secrets later if you ^^ buy me a drink ^^.