Rogue_Cheddar
Serious Thumper
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Hang up the phone and drive!
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Haverhill, Massachusetts
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I recently did both front and rear. I use EBC pads bought from BIKEBANDIT, around 25$ for each set. I think most agree the EBC pads are definitely better than OEM pads and are reasonably priced. Following the Clymers guide, it is not too difficult. There is also a thread in the tech section with photos that show the front brake pad replacement with good clarity. Part of the fun of this bike is some of these repairs can be fairly easily done by yourself and will save you significant money. If you know your way around a few wrenches and can read a manual, I say go for it. I don't consider myself a mechanic but I know a few things. One of which is I don't like paying someone $75 bucks an hour doing something that I could do. You will learn this quickly as you call dealerships for price quotes on normal repairs issues. Even though I have only 2 seasons under my belt, I feel like I can call myself a biker, because I also wrench on it.
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