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Message started by denistheruski on 01/24/13 at 06:01:38

Title: EBC Brake Pads
Post by denistheruski on 01/24/13 at 06:01:38

Having trouble figuring out what pads I need for the front brake. Clymers doesn't list it (at least I couldn't find it in there). From what I've gathered from the Tech section and some internet searching, I *think* I need EBC pads, part number FA106. But when I search for that in Google and look at different online stores, I'm seeing pictures of the pads that look very different.

Could you guys point me to the right part? And where's the best place to buy from?

Title: Re: EBC Brake Pads
Post by prechermike on 01/24/13 at 06:15:04

I bought these from these folks on November 1:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/EBC-Kevlar-Organic-Front-Brake-Pads-1986-1988-Suzuki-LS650-Savage-/200827654258?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item2ec242d072

The part number is fa106, as you mentioned. They worked for me. The price is the same as well.

Title: Re: EBC Brake Pads
Post by rat907 on 01/24/13 at 06:25:07

61606B6C76716D607770766E6C050 wrote:

The front brakes was the first project i had to tackle on my pre-owned, ready to go dealership sold 2005. The rotor had excessive run-out on the hidden side and had to be replaced also.

Have you decieded on organic, semi-sintered or full sintered pads?

My brake rebuild consisted of a drilled EBC rotor #MD3017LS and EBC sintered pad pads #FA106R. After a minor break in, they work just great.

Title: Re: EBC Brake Pads
Post by ZAR on 01/24/13 at 06:30:31

denis the FA106 is what I'm using on my '96 and I'm very happy with them. I've ridden in all types of conditions(inculding a rainstorm that dropped 5" of rain in on hour :o )and they have not failed me yet.

I bought mine at a local independent shop for $32. Any of the well-known online sites like CycleGear, Motorcycle Superstore or Bike Bandit would be fine. I prefer them over the sites I've never heard of or the e-bay vendors cause I don't trust the e-bay scammers.

Oh yeah......the pics they show online....are just stock representitive photos instead of going to the trouble of posting a pic of each model of pad or shoe.

Title: Re: EBC Brake Pads
Post by rat907 on 01/24/13 at 06:35:00

415A491B0 wrote:

Yep, I got both mine through BikeBandit.com, whom seemed from comparison to be the cheapest all the way around on my items.

I too avoid Ebay, not just for the scammers. But for the fact if you log in a credit card and the sale is deputed in Pay Pal, your credit card account is locked till a resoulution is met. And i mean locked as in, no use what so ever anywhere else besides Ebay.

Title: Re: EBC Brake Pads
Post by wambr on 01/24/13 at 09:21:12

I last year too bought and established brake shoes of EB[ch1057]. precisely I don't remember part number, but those blocks were established not at once as it is necessary. I had to grind off a little on a grinding stone - they were too thick. but later after several braking brake shoes entered into norm.

Title: Re: EBC Brake Pads
Post by denistheruski on 01/24/13 at 11:56:10

Thanks for all of the replies.

5043561B1215220 wrote:

Have you decieded on organic, semi-sintered or full sintered pads?

Are all of these types compatible with the stock disc? What are pros/cons?

Title: Re: EBC Brake Pads
Post by verslagen1 on 01/24/13 at 12:01:41

I use kevlar or the generic version thereof. doesn't squeal, stops good.

Title: Re: EBC Brake Pads
Post by rat907 on 01/24/13 at 14:18:56

4C4D46415B5C404D5A5D5B4341280 wrote:

Thanks for all of the replies.

[quote author=5043561B1215220 link=1359036098/0#2 date=1359037507]

Have you decieded on organic, semi-sintered or full sintered pads?

From what I understand (and using auto tech in the mix) is this.

organics or base pads are the low line run of the mill every day pad and they are cheapest to buy.

semi-sintered are a mix of organic or kevlar and copper, kind of like a semi-metallic brake pad and costs are higher than the base.

sintered pads are fully copper materials (copper strands compressed together under extreme pressure) heat bonded (also under high pressures) to a copper plated steel shoe or backing plate. aka metallic pad.

pros and cons, I am finding out myself since the compositions differ from automotive. I admit i use my front brake a hellova lot more than the rear most of the time (infact i hardly touch it). So finding out the pros and cons and swapping pad types will answer my questions of pro and con, possibly in short order.

Title: Re: EBC Brake Pads
Post by ZAR on 01/24/13 at 17:14:54

2A392E2F303D3B39326D5C0 wrote:

I use kevlar or the generic version thereof. doesn't squeal, stops good.

Versy the packaging for the EBC pads on my scooter state they are Kelvar and organic fibers. Not sure how much Kelvar!

Title: Re: EBC Brake Pads
Post by verslagen1 on 01/24/13 at 17:17:58

03180B590 wrote:

[quote author=2A392E2F303D3B39326D5C0 link=1359036098/0#7 date=1359057701]I use kevlar or the generic version thereof. doesn't squeal, stops good.

Title: Re: EBC Brake Pads
Post by ZAR on 01/24/13 at 19:55:26

3E2D3A3B24292F2D2679480 wrote:

[quote author=03180B590 link=1359036098/0#9 date=1359076494][quote author=2A392E2F303D3B39326D5C0 link=1359036098/0#7 date=1359057701]I use kevlar or the generic version thereof. doesn't squeal, stops good.

Versy the packaging for the EBC pads on my scooter state they are Kelvar and organic fibers. Not sure how much Kelvar!
[/quote]

I bought some EBC's early on and didn't like them. But your's might be a different compound. mine were white and didn't stop worth sh!t.[/quote]

Versy mine are a grayish media and a redish orange backplate. I've had to come to a quick stop on I-71 a couple of times from 75mph and no problem. Also have done fine in a 5" per hour rainstorm for 25 miles. I've got about 1500 miles on them now so the next big test will be the Smokeys if I get to make the Dragon run. If they hold up there they will be AAA+++.

Title: Re: EBC Brake Pads
Post by Boofer on 01/24/13 at 20:44:00

I use Vesrah. I think VD 329. No squeal, but about $30. :)

Title: Re: EBC Brake Pads
Post by verslagen1 on 01/24/13 at 21:13:19

I like the "X" brand
had them on so long I forgot when I put the on... about 12k miles out of them

Title: Re: EBC Brake Pads
Post by NorCalRider on 01/25/13 at 13:24:07

I got the EBC Organic Kevlar FA106 from Amazon for $22.80 in December (they are now $26.75). Here is the link http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000GRZEZI

I installed them two weeks ago and even though the brakes are working great I think I made some noobie mistake which I will post under separate topic.

Title: Re: EBC Brake Pads
Post by d3adrock on 12/16/19 at 08:47:09

Has anyone here tried ebc fa106V semi sintered? do they sequel more than organics?

Title: Re: EBC Brake Pads
Post by Gary_in_NJ on 12/16/19 at 09:04:54

I would not use the FA106V (semi-sintered) on the Savage. For street use, stick with organic pads. They will last longer and provide the shortest stopping.