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BRAKE PADS??? EBC-HH worth the hype??

Started by GS Paul, April 03, 2013, 04:01:57 AM

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GS Paul

April 03, 2013, 04:01:57 AM
Hey all,

Need new brake pads. Wondering if anyone swears by any brand in particular?

I'm looking at doing the EBC Sintered HH front & rear (FA-231HH & FA-63HH) otherwise.

Good choice? Overpriced? Better Options?

Cheers,
Paul
(Doing the job myself...pretty straightforward??)

slipperymongoose

#1
April 03, 2013, 04:31:25 AM
Can't go wrong with EBC HH pads. But stick with standard compound pads on the rear. It's been said that the HH rear pads lock the rear much easier. Galfer is also another good choice in pads.
Some say that he submitted a $20000 expense claim for some gravel

And that if he'd write a letter of condolance he would at least spell your name right.

GS Paul

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April 03, 2013, 04:34:03 AM Last Edit: April 03, 2013, 04:38:38 AM by GS Paul
Thanks!

Any suggestions for the rear? Standard compound meaning just regular rear pads?




slipperymongoose

#3
April 03, 2013, 04:37:49 AM
Go EBC but just normal compound
Some say that he submitted a $20000 expense claim for some gravel

And that if he'd write a letter of condolance he would at least spell your name right.

GS Paul

#4
April 03, 2013, 04:38:57 AM
Cheers. Thanks again

slipperymongoose

#5
April 03, 2013, 04:42:21 AM
We're all here to help
Some say that he submitted a $20000 expense claim for some gravel

And that if he'd write a letter of condolance he would at least spell your name right.

GS Paul

#6
April 03, 2013, 05:59:17 AM
Final question..

Are the HH so grippy that I'll feel like I'm being thrown off the bike? Are they that touchy?

I like firm stopping power as long as it's not jerky or going to lock the front whenever I grab the lever.

Twism86

#7
April 03, 2013, 06:06:49 AM
I had those front and rear when I had my GS. Very nice on the front but I also like a grabby pad. I wouldnt say its too much for anyone to handle or feel like its going to throw you off. These bikes only have one rotor up front so get the best you can.

I didnt like the HH pads on the back, as someone said, they will lock pretty easy so be careful.
First bike - 2002 GS500E - Sold
Current - 2012 Triumph Street Triple R
"Its more fun to ride a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow"

Tom

GS Paul

#8
April 03, 2013, 06:15:15 AM
Which is why I'm thinking of going with he FA63 ORGANIC for the REAR after reading a few other comments online. (They say less lock ups). (FA231HH for the front)

Does that sound about right?

Twism86

#9
April 03, 2013, 06:27:34 AM
I would say that is a good direction to go in. Good luck with it.

One thing to say about rear braking, brake with your FOOT not your LEG. You can always lock the rear up when braking wrong and the best tip I was ever given was this... Never use the strength of your leg to brake, just push with your toes and foot. Try to visualize braking and you will see what I mean. Or go out on the road and test it out (safely!!)
First bike - 2002 GS500E - Sold
Current - 2012 Triumph Street Triple R
"Its more fun to ride a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow"

Tom

GS Paul

#10
April 03, 2013, 06:30:45 AM
All of it great advice!

Cheers and best!
Paul
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