how long should they last? what are some good replacements? and how do i cehck 'm? or change them?

 

1) How long do they last?

This depends on a few things: what type of pads are you using, what kind of conditions are you riding in, how much do you use your brakes? A metalic based pad will last longer than asbestos or silicon based pads. Sandy or muddy riding conditions will shorten the life of your pads as will any deformities in your rotor.

2) What are good replacements?

This becomes strictly a matter of opinion. For my warrior I like the EBC Heavy Duty (HD). Again, this is my choice and others may recommend different pads.

3) How do I check them?

In order to check your pads, you need only look at them. (for the front, you will need to remove the wheels, for the back simply look at the caliper) You need to change your pads when there is only 1-2 mm of fiber left. You never want the fiber to wear away completely. At that point you are stopping by grinding the rotor against the metal plate of the brake pads and you can severely damage your rotor by doing so.

4) How do I change them?

Changing brake pads is very easy. You need only remove the caliper, compress the piston (channel locks work nicely), remove the old pads, replace the new ones, and reinstall the caliper.



~HoundDog

 

I agree with hounddog06 the EBC Heavy Duty brakes are one of the best brakes out there since they are made with copper they will last alot more then OEM brake pads. If the aftermarket pads dont fit you might want to piston you will have to adjust it with a scre coming out of the caliper so the pistan can retract completely.

I own a pair and i havent complained yet.[img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif[/img]

 

hounddog THANK YOU for saying all of that... they r stock 1's i thinbk i wil lb needing to change the back 1'd bcuz i hear grinding... [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-sad.gif[/img] not good just started