duccmann Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 So time to switch oot my pads...is there really a huge difference from stock to aftermarket besides price? Thanks guys Sent from my SGH-T679 using Tapatalk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GadiantonRob Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 EBC HH stop better, but they don't bite as hard initially, which is nice. The also hiss loudly when applied, which isn't a big deal to me. Do organics in the rear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Duc2V4 Posted May 19, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted May 19, 2014 I've got HH both front and rear and also steel braided lines and I can stop just using my rear brakes in reasonable short distances going street speeds (35/45 MPH). This applies to both gens but my 6 Gen seems to stop sooner with less foot pressure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AB-Oz Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 just make sure you get EBC HH "Street" not "Race" or they might chew your rotors. I have ebc HH Street on my frankenviffer, they are great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timmythecop Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 EBC HH pads. Will not use any other on my VFR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duccmann Posted May 19, 2014 Author Share Posted May 19, 2014 Cool guys thanks. Sent from my SGH-T679 using Tapatalk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted May 19, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted May 19, 2014 EBC HH also .. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Dustin Posted May 19, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted May 19, 2014 I've used EBC HH pads on a lot of my previous bikes and the only negative thing I have to say is they have terrible initial bite in the rain. I live somewhere very rainy and it's enough to make me consider either OEM or another brand of pad. Suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer thtanner Posted May 19, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted May 19, 2014 I run OEM pads on my bike, and had a full set of EBC HHs on my wifes' bike. I ended up swapping her rear to OEM as the EBC HHs were way too grabby for the rear. The pads were worn anyways, and at their service limits. OEM rear pad really eased up that rear to be less grabby. I put new EBC HHs on her fronts, and they've been fine. They were also at the service limit. They're a bit more grabby than my brakes, so we're considering moving to full OEM all the way around next time the pads need changed. The grabbyness isn't confidence inspiring for her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duccmann Posted May 20, 2014 Author Share Posted May 20, 2014 So just talked with my guy at Wheels In Motion and he said $35 per set of the HH and $14 per caliber to install. Think I may just do them my self and save the $42. Do I need a tool to spread the pads ? and wounder if Harbor Freight has it. Where to buy, fer sure not at a Honda stealership Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Duc2V4 Posted May 21, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted May 21, 2014 I got me one of these from STG, works great. http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/Detail.bok?no=17824 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duccmann Posted May 21, 2014 Author Share Posted May 21, 2014 So D....is there a part # for those ebc hh pads?....ya Im lazy...just woke up. If I dont talk with ya by Fri you and Long have a safe trip and raise a glass ( or can ) for me and say shit howdy to the pack Sent from my SGH-T679 using Tapatalk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer thtanner Posted May 21, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted May 21, 2014 So just talked with my guy at Wheels In Motion and he said $35 per set of the HH and $14 per caliber to install. Think I may just do them my self and save the $42. Do I need a tool to spread the pads ? and wounder if Harbor Freight has it. Where to buy, fer sure not at a Honda stealership The only tool you need to spread the pads is a small pry bar between the old brake pads. They're already being replaced so no worries about damaging them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duccmann Posted May 21, 2014 Author Share Posted May 21, 2014 Thanks Thtanner...good point Sent from my SGH-T679 using Tapatalk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smoothsailin Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Have you had experience servicing motorcycle braking systems duccmann? If not, paying a qualified repairman $14/caliper to replace the pads may not be such a bad way for you to go-especially if you may not own or have access to a set of good quality-tools which includes torque wrench and a hand-operated vacuum pump for bleeding the system. Keep in mind that a experienced professional might recognize issues that may need attention that someone who may have little wrench-turning experience could miss. Also note that when brake pads are replaced is also generally a good time for brake and clutch fluids to be replaced, & these systems flushed & bled. Master cylinders and brake calipers should also be inspected, cleaned & serviced as required. Note that since your VFR800FI is equipped with linked brakes the bleeding procedure is more complicated than average and you will need to consult a service manual for the recommended sequence. Please don't take chances by working on your motorcycle's braking system if you may lack the experience, tools and knowledge to do the job properly. Better to spend the $$ to have a professional do the work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L8Apex Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 So just talked with my guy at Wheels In Motion and he said $35 per set of the HH and $14 per caliber to install. Think I may just do them my self and save the $42. Do I need a tool to spread the pads ? and wounder if Harbor Freight has it. Where to buy, fer sure not at a Honda stealership The only tool you need to spread the pads is a small pry bar between the old brake pads. They're already being replaced so no worries about damaging them. I've always just used an appropriate sized C-clamp, just compress the pistons in before you take off the old pad. This has been with cars, but I don't know why it would be any different once you have the caliper off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smoothsailin Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 +1 I also recommend carefully cleaning all exposed sections of the caliper pistons using brake cleaner and a soft brush so that the accumulated gunk on these surfaces will not damage the piston seals and contaminate the brake fluid when the pistons are pushed back in the calipers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer thtanner Posted May 21, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted May 21, 2014 So just talked with my guy at Wheels In Motion and he said $35 per set of the HH and $14 per caliber to install. Think I may just do them my self and save the $42. Do I need a tool to spread the pads ? and wounder if Harbor Freight has it. Where to buy, fer sure not at a Honda stealership The only tool you need to spread the pads is a small pry bar between the old brake pads. They're already being replaced so no worries about damaging them. I've always just used an appropriate sized C-clamp, just compress the pistons in before you take off the old pad. This has been with cars, but I don't know why it would be any different once you have the caliper off. Yep; same thing. I lack an appropriately sized c-clamp though so I just muscle it with a pry bar before taking off the old pads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Duc2V4 Posted May 22, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted May 22, 2014 So D....is there a part # for those ebc hh pads?....ya Im lazy...just woke up. If I dont talk with ya by Fri you and Long have a safe trip and raise a glass ( or can ) for me and say shit howdy to the pack Sent from my SGH-T679 using Tapatalk 2 According to the spread sheet I downloaded from EBC, here is the info you need. (Note that this info is from 2012, but I don't believe the part numbers have changed) For the 2002-2005. The fronts are Part #FA261HH (Need two sets, which is 4 pads. Each set is 2 pads) For the 2002-2005. The Rear is Part #FA261HH For the 2006-2009. The fronts are Part #FA388HH (Need two sets, which is 4 pads. Each set is 2 pads) For the 2006-2009. The Rear is Part #FA261HH Cheers, D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soichiro Posted May 22, 2014 Share Posted May 22, 2014 Another for ebc hh. Why would the part # be diffirent for 06-09? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duccmann Posted May 22, 2014 Author Share Posted May 22, 2014 Thanks D And smooth..I always live by the motto... don't be cheap in the wrong way....me thinks shop will do it...42 bucks aint no big deal....I was going to take it to a buds and do it but has only hardleys.....nope..nada...Thanks Sent from my SGH-T679 using Tapatalk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Duc2V4 Posted May 22, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted May 22, 2014 Another for ebc hh. Why would the part # be diffirent for 06-09? My guess is that they changed the front calipers. What the differences is, I couldn't tell you. I do know that my 5 Gen uses the same pads front and rear, like the 2002-2005 bikes do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duccmann Posted May 22, 2014 Author Share Posted May 22, 2014 So the part numbers you posted are correct? Im email. Danny now and posting the pad # Sent from my SGH-T679 using Tapatalk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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