Question on ebc semi sintered pads

[NSA Joe]

Hello after doing some spring maint on the bike I noticed the rear pads were pretty thin. Has anyone used the semi sintered EBC pads # FA123v? Not sure if they would be better then full sintered pads on the rear. Seems like there are diff of opinions on this and was wondering if any one could help me with some info. One article I read says that 2 gen ventures have a harder rotor then before would that make a difference on which one to choose. Thanks for any info, this site has helped me out numerous times with info from people who have lots more exp then I do.

 

Joe

[XV1100SE]

Front FA179HH (2 sets)

 

Rear: FA123HH (1 set)

 

These are the pads recommended.

[Guest]

Hello after doing some spring maint on the bike I noticed the rear pads were pretty thin. Has anyone used the semi sintered EBC pads # FA123v? Not sure if they would be better then full sintered pads on the rear. Seems like there are diff of opinions on this and was wondering if any one could help me with some info. One article I read says that 2 gen ventures have a harder rotor then before would that make a difference on which one to choose. Thanks for any info, this site has helped me out numerous times with info from people who have lots more exp then I do.

 

Joe

 

Dont expect rear pads to exceed 15k. Most will wear out a bit sooner, maybe between 13 and 14k. I have run the EBC sintered pads front and rear for years now and I have no issues with them. I usually swap the pads when I do a rear tire. Dont forget a fluid flush as well.

[abusive throttle cranker]

Do you know what sintered means? It means liquid formed. Personally I don't care if they are liquid formed or not. Or semi liquid formed. Besides- they're so easy to replace I just go on cost.

[playboy]

I would recommend the EBC Kevlar I don't have the part # but skydoc could hook you up with a set. I won't go back to using anything else on the rear brakes of a 2nd gen. they greatly reduce rear wheel lock up.

[bongobobny]

Do you know what sintered means? It means liquid formed. Personally I don't care if they are liquid formed or not. Or semi liquid formed. Besides- they're so easy to replace I just go on cost.

 

http://ebcbrakes.com/what-is-sintering/

 

As mentioned the RSV has harder rotors so it can handle more abrasive and radical materials for stopping power.You may want to go to a better material for better stopping power, not necessarily for better longevity. As mentioned replacing the pads is quick and easy, just remove the saddlebag, the plastic top cover on the caliper, pull the 2 pins and replace the pads. There is no need to remove the caliper, just pry the caliper apart before pulling your old pads. A shot of aerosol brake cleaner is in order before installing the new pads whichever ones you choose.

 

Also, for some strange reason one pad will wear faster than the other. It is a good idea to swap them from one side to the other at around 5K to 10K to get them to last a little longer...