Brake pad questions
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Razor
Been there
Got the numbers off EBay vendors. They run about $35/set. Double check before ordering. Good luck!
Front, #FA296HH
Rear, #FA174HH
Front, #FA296HH
Rear, #FA174HH
flynrider
Road warrior
Did you already wear out a set of pads?INTP_imp said:
I just put a set of these on my CB750 a few weeks ago. They are a definite improvement over stock pads.
Did you already wear out a set of pads?Flynrider_imp said:
I just put a set of these on my CB750 a few weeks ago. They are a definite improvement over stock pads.
I have 8500 miles on my bike, and they are close to needing replacement. I used these in my ZRX and loved them.
flynrider
Road warrior
Wow. I'm one of those guys that's pretty easy on brake pads. The pads I just changed out on my CB750 were OEM pads that went 41K miles (and weren't completely worn out). I don't expect to change pads on the CB1100 for another 5 years or soINTP_imp said:
the Ferret
Road warrior
yea me too..I'm on my second set on my ST at 47,000 miles lol
emptysea
Road warrior
Ok, so this will tip my hand about my lack of mechanical skill, but is there a way to tell the brake wear on a bike without disassembling anything? Try not to snicker when you answer.
the Ferret
Road warrior
ES.... Sometimes you can look up in there with a flashlight and see how much pad is remaining. I take off each caliper (2 bolts) and flip it over and look at both pads very clearly. If plenty of pad left flip it back over and reinstall caliper. If not much pad left, you have to have caliper off anyway to replace them.
emptysea
Road warrior
Thanks. My rear brake is squeaking. Dealer said it was just dust, but it hasn't gone away. Bike's going in for 12k service soon, so I'll have them look at it then, but I may was to do some of this relatively easy maintenance myself as time goes by.
Pterodactyl_imp
Road warrior
At 12k it is almost certainly dust, particularly if the pads are organic. Have a look at the pads anyway. Just in case.EmptySea_imp said:
I run organic rear pads and sintered front. I can, and have on two occasions, easily locked up the rear with the organics. I am, thankfully, a little more adept at brake modulation with the fronts so sintered are good, more positive " bite". The sintered are, however, a little noisy at low speed. They sort of rattle. That's normal.
Cheers
Jim21680_imp
Been there
To those who have replaced the pads...have you also replaced the caliper bolts? I see they're pretty darn cheap, but it's just a hassle getting them. (Plus, I'd rather order a set of the EBC's, not the Honda oem).
Pterodactyl_imp
Road warrior
I didn't replace the calliper bolts but, from memory, Honda manual stipulates a change. Next time. Your choice.Jim21680_imp said:
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Have a look at this. http://safebraking.com/top-ten-brake-job-mistakes-pads-rotors-calipers/ May be of help.
Jim21680_imp
Been there
To my fellow USA riders, where have you purchased new pads from? I was just about to order a set of OEM fronts from the Honda PartsHouse, but I noticed they're rather pricey ($100 bucks)! I have been totally satisfied with the performance of the stock pad, and the easy-to-clean dust they generate too...but I'm thinking I may go with a set from EBC if I can save $30 or $40 bucks in the process. It's an easy decision as I'm fully confident in the EBC brand.
Contrary to the number posted on the first page of this thread, the part number I'm looking at now is FA388HH.
I'm surprised to find different part numbers between the 2013 & 14 bikes...how are they different? 3 & 4 piston calipers?
http://ebcbrakes.com/Assets/ecatalogues/2015-Intl-MC-Catalogue/2015-intl-mc-catalogue.html#p=76
Contrary to the number posted on the first page of this thread, the part number I'm looking at now is FA388HH.
I'm surprised to find different part numbers between the 2013 & 14 bikes...how are they different? 3 & 4 piston calipers?
http://ebcbrakes.com/Assets/ecatalogues/2015-Intl-MC-Catalogue/2015-intl-mc-catalogue.html#p=76
the Ferret
Road warrior
some bikes have linked brakes. The ones with linked brakes have 3 pot calipers, the others 2 pot calipers.
Jim21680_imp
Been there
Forgot about the linked brake option, but there must be an error in the EBC catalog. The way it's listed, they're saying 2013s have 3-pots, and 2014s have 4.
On a separate note, I assume those with EBC pads are still happy with them? I haven't seen any comments or complaints.
On a separate note, I assume those with EBC pads are still happy with them? I haven't seen any comments or complaints.
the_undecider_imp
Been there
If the HH sintered pads are better than stock, I'm gonna need to start doing some eyelid strengthening exercises to prepare for keeping my eyeballs in their sockets. I certainly don't want for braking power on my bike, but maybe I am used to the relatively lousy binders that the V-strom has.
I've read good things about both EBC and Galfer HH sintered pads. I've got a set of them going on my V-strom this weekend along with a fresh brake bleed to hopefully bring the front end up to snuff on that bike.
I've read good things about both EBC and Galfer HH sintered pads. I've got a set of them going on my V-strom this weekend along with a fresh brake bleed to hopefully bring the front end up to snuff on that bike.
Pterodactyl_imp
Road warrior
These pads are OK for '10 and '13 models, non ABS.
Cheers
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