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Message started by raydawg on 10/17/15 at 11:27:01

Title: Was it due?
Post by raydawg on 10/17/15 at 11:27:01

Or perhaps, they is do-do :o

Using the AWESOME direction and sharing on the tech board, it didn't even take 30 minutes to replace these critters.
Heck, I even test ran her and I didn't go over the bars when I applied em'
How cool is that ;D

Of note, these look a heil of a lot worse than the rotor, as it shows none of the wear these guys do.

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Title: Re: Was it due?
Post by Kris01 on 10/17/15 at 21:29:50

I replaced my front pads with only about 3-4000 miles on them. Is this normal? I use the rear brakes as much as the front and they're fine.

Title: Re: Was it due?
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 10/17/15 at 22:31:18

Rears last for decades,, 5,000 on the front is about right.
Does your rear lock up easy?

Title: Re: Was it due?
Post by Ed L. on 10/18/15 at 06:36:41

Front stock brake pads only are good for around 5,000 miles. My set looked just like that at 6,000 miles. Toss in a good aftermarket set and be good to go. It's an easy 2 beer job afterall. ;)

Title: Re: Was it due?
Post by KennyG on 10/18/15 at 07:16:56

What is recommended for replacement pads?

Kenny G

Title: Re: Was it due?
Post by Kris01 on 10/18/15 at 07:57:09

425D5B5C41467747774F5D511A280 wrote:

Does your rear lock up easy?

Not really, but then again I've never tried to make them lock up (fearing a rear end skid). I've had a few instances where I had to stop pretty quick but never had a problem with lock up on either end.

Title: Re: Was it due?
Post by Tocsik on 10/18/15 at 08:26:26

09272C013023312A420 wrote:

What is recommended for replacement pads?

Kenny G

EBC organics (FA106). I've read here they're preferred over the semi-sintered (FA106V) but I've seen both used.

Title: Re: Was it due?
Post by Kris01 on 10/18/15 at 08:59:14

The organic pads don't chew up the rotor as bad as metallic pads. I don't know the reason behind metallic pads. Heat dissipation? Unless you race the bike, organic pads are the way to go.

Title: Re: Was it due?
Post by Drey on 10/18/15 at 10:54:22

26393F3825221323132B39357E4C0 wrote:

Rears last for decades,, 5,000 on the front is about right.
Does your rear lock up easy?

Title: Re: Was it due?
Post by raydawg on 10/18/15 at 11:08:54

Lots of brake handle movement, and yes, they will talk to you like a woman shunned ;D

Title: Re: Was it due?
Post by Kris01 on 10/18/15 at 19:08:31

Ditto.

I replaced mine when they squealed every time I braked.

Title: Re: Was it due?
Post by Dave on 10/19/15 at 04:37:30

030C0D1210031A420 wrote:

[quote author=26393F3825221323132B39357E4C0 link=1445106421/0#2 date=1445146278]Rears last for decades,, 5,000 on the front is about right.
Does your rear lock up easy?

Don't mean to hijack someone else's thread but what if the answer is yes? I wouldn't say my rear locks up a lot but a couple of times I've really mashed them when a cage near me did something stupid and locked them up a bit.

What are the indications that you need new front pads? Decrease in breaking power? Squeaking?

Can you tell I'm a complete newb to any sort of wrenching?[/quote]

Unfortunately, often times there is no indication of the brake pads being worn out until you hear the metal on metal grinding and the brakes aren't slowing the bike down as well.

Front brake pads are something you really should keep an eye on, and replace them "before" they wear out. You can peek at the thickness of the pads without removing anything...you might need a flashlight to help see - but they are perfectly visible by looking from the front and peering down to where the pads meet the disc.

The EBC Organic pads are $ 32.95 from Bike Bandit, the original stock disc is $ 303.27, and the EBC aftermarket rotor is about $ 140.....so it is best to replace your pads before you ruin your rotor. The EBC organic pads are gentle on the rotor, and you most likely will never wear one out as long as you keep good pads on the bike.

Title: Re: Was it due?
Post by Drey on 10/19/15 at 17:07:12

Thanks, guys. Probably time for a new set, I've put a good amount of miles on the bike and who knows what the previous owner did.

Title: Re: Was it due?
Post by Dave on 10/19/15 at 18:35:14

1718190604170E560 wrote:

Thanks, guys. Probably time for a new set, I've put a good amount of miles on the bike and who knows what the previous owner did.

Peek down there and look....they aren't hidden very well! ;)