OEM Brake Pad replacement??? - Page 3

SpudRider · 10-23-2015, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Juanro

So, is there a replacement or compatible part number for the front brake pad?

I have not found an exact replacement for the front brake pad. However, I was told CSC is working with a company to produce an aftermarket, front brake pad for the RX3.

3banger · 10-24-2015, 12:01 AM

I've noticed that after 3000 miles hard stopping, I like fast stops almost as quick acceleration, that my brakes have much better initial bite then when new. Maybe rotors and pads just have a really beding in time? I would still give a different pad material a try.

Riceburner · 10-24-2015, 06:34 PM

I have just over 3000 Km (about 1,900 miles) and my brakes don't install confidence. I really don't like the feel and stopping distance's. I have tried to work them hard in non emergency situations but I'm just not happy.

My YBR125G has a disk up front and drum rear, granted it's a lighter bike but that things stops "now". Much better in proportion to weight. I took it for a ride a few days ago and "wow", I had to pay attention since I don't ride it as much but I loved the stopping effect.

I have the EBC Double-H, Sintered Rear Brake Pads (SKU#171657, from http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/) that SpudRider had mentioned, in the mail to me now, along with a45 rear sprocket; I'll report my findings after install.

Juanro · 10-25-2015, 09:52 PM

Just to let you know that I've instaled Honda XR250 "Tornado" front brake pad and they fitted just fine; I had to remove the little spring metal sheet inside the caliper, as the Honda's pad miss one of the tabs on the top part, and that piece touched the disk. Suppossedly that spring is to avoid pad rattle, but with it beign out I didn't noticed any strange noise.
Braking power and sensitivity is much improved, but a Little pumping action at the end of each brake is still there.

Jay In Milpitas · 10-25-2015, 11:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Juanro

Just to let you know that I've instaled Honda XR250 "Tornado" front brake pad and they fitted just fine; I had to remove the little spring metal sheet inside the caliper, as the Honda's pad miss one of the tabs on the top part, and that piece touched the disk. Suppossedly that spring is to avoid pad rattle, but with it beign out I didn't noticed any strange noise.
Braking power and sensitivity is much improved, but a Little pumping action at the end of each brake is still there.

That is very helpful, Juanro! Did you use Honda parts or are they from another company like EBC? Do you know the part number?

SpudRider · 10-26-2015, 01:05 AM

As I speculated in post #4 of this thread, EBC FA185 fits the Honda XR250 Tornado, 01-08 model years.

http://www.wemoto.com/bikes/honda/xr...tered_hh_type/

Vesrah VD-161 is the same brake pad.

Another equivalent brake pad is SBS 694.

Ferode FDB892 is also the same brake pad.

SpudRider · 10-26-2015, 01:11 AM

This is the same front brake pad which fits my Honda XR650L, Honda CRF250X, and Kawasaki KDX220 motorcycles.

EBC FA185X: Red - Off Road
EBC FA185R: Sintered Off Road Utility

This is one of the most popular brake pads in the world, which fits dozens of Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Beta, and Gas Gas motorcycles.

Juanro · 10-26-2015, 08:36 AM

Spud, yes. Which solves two issues: availability (plenty) and quality range (wide)

Now I wish I know which bike's brake DISC I could fit...

SpudRider · 10-26-2015, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Juanro

Spud, yes. Which solves two issues: availability (plenty) and quality range (wide)

Now I wish I know which bike's brake DISC I could fit...

Read post #19 in this thread. Do you know an inexpensive machinist? Many front brake rotors for KTM motorcycles will fit, but you need to drill the holes to accept the larger, Zongshen bolts.

Juanro · 10-27-2015, 05:56 PM

Spud, the mere mention of the word "ktm" will rise the Price of whatever you're looking for to sky levels around here... that's why I'm looking for a wider list of options to check out. Or, if you happen to know (or where can I find) the relevant size of the disc? Diameter I guess I could be safe with 260mm (given in the specs) but location and size of the mounting holes...?

SpudRider · 10-27-2015, 09:44 PM

Here are several links with information regarding the KTM, front brake rotors.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/260mm-Front-...-/151550658023

The following link contains the KTM rotor measurements. Of course, you can also measure the front brake rotor of your Zongshen motorcycle.

http://www.amazon.com/Front-Rear-Bra.../dp/B00GMQJWWI

Outside Diameter: 260 mm
Inside Diameter: 127 mm
Number of Holes: Six
Bolt Hole Diameter: 143 mm

Juanro · 10-28-2015, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Jay In Milpitas

That is very helpful, Juanro! Did you use Honda parts or are they from another company like EBC? Do you know the part number?

Jay sorry I missed your post. Reading from the phone is not easy. No, I didn't use a genuine Honda part, I used one from a Brazilian manufacturer, FrasLe

Juanro · 10-28-2015, 06:22 PM

Spud thanks for the info, that's very usefully. I'll try to find a compatible part with the help of a vendor here.

peperino · 10-28-2015, 06:50 PM

I (just as Juanro) am suffering the same issue with the front brake. I proceeded to change the pads, here are some pics

peperino · 10-28-2015, 06:51 PM

More pics

10-24-2015, 06:34 PM	#33
Riceburner Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Tigbauan, Iloilo City, Panay Island, Philippines Posts: 177	I have just over 3000 Km (about 1,900 miles) and my brakes don't install confidence. I really don't like the feel and stopping distance's. I have tried to work them hard in non emergency situations but I'm just not happy. My YBR125G has a disk up front and drum rear, granted it's a lighter bike but that things stops "now". Much better in proportion to weight. I took it for a ride a few days ago and "wow", I had to pay attention since I don't ride it as much but I loved the stopping effect. I have the EBC Double-H, Sintered Rear Brake Pads (SKU#171657, from http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/) that SpudRider had mentioned, in the mail to me now, along with a45 rear sprocket; I'll report my findings after install. __________________ Riceburner Robin / Face Hunter I Medical Mission Matters www.medicalmissionmatters.org
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10-26-2015, 01:05 AM	#36
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	As I speculated in post #4 of this thread, EBC FA185 fits the Honda XR250 Tornado, 01-08 model years. http://www.wemoto.com/bikes/honda/xr...tered_hh_type/ Vesrah VD-161 is the same brake pad. Another equivalent brake pad is SBS 694. Ferode FDB892 is also the same brake pad. __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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10-26-2015, 01:11 AM	#37
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	This is the same front brake pad which fits my Honda XR650L, Honda CRF250X, and Kawasaki KDX220 motorcycles. EBC FA185X: Red - Off Road EBC FA185R: Sintered Off Road Utility This is one of the most popular brake pads in the world, which fits dozens of Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Beta, and Gas Gas motorcycles. __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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10-27-2015, 09:44 PM	#41
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Here are several links with information regarding the KTM, front brake rotors. http://www.ebay.com/itm/260mm-Front-...-/151550658023 The following link contains the KTM rotor measurements. Of course, you can also measure the front brake rotor of your Zongshen motorcycle. http://www.amazon.com/Front-Rear-Bra.../dp/B00GMQJWWI Outside Diameter: 260 mm Inside Diameter: 127 mm Number of Holes: Six Bolt Hole Diameter: 143 mm __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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10-24-2015, 12:01 AM	#32
3banger Join Date: Nov 2014 Posts: 159	I've noticed that after 3000 miles hard stopping, I like fast stops almost as quick acceleration, that my brakes have much better initial bite then when new. Maybe rotors and pads just have a really beding in time? I would still give a different pad material a try.
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10-25-2015, 09:52 PM	#34
Juanro Join Date: Oct 2015 Posts: 321	Just to let you know that I've instaled Honda XR250 "Tornado" front brake pad and they fitted just fine; I had to remove the little spring metal sheet inside the caliper, as the Honda's pad miss one of the tabs on the top part, and that piece touched the disk. Suppossedly that spring is to avoid pad rattle, but with it beign out I didn't noticed any strange noise. Braking power and sensitivity is much improved, but a Little pumping action at the end of each brake is still there.
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10-26-2015, 08:36 AM	#38
Juanro Join Date: Oct 2015 Posts: 321	Spud, yes. Which solves two issues: availability (plenty) and quality range (wide) Now I wish I know which bike's brake DISC I could fit...
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10-27-2015, 05:56 PM	#40
Juanro Join Date: Oct 2015 Posts: 321	Spud, the mere mention of the word "ktm" will rise the Price of whatever you're looking for to sky levels around here... that's why I'm looking for a wider list of options to check out. Or, if you happen to know (or where can I find) the relevant size of the disc? Diameter I guess I could be safe with 260mm (given in the specs) but location and size of the mounting holes...?
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10-28-2015, 06:22 PM	#43
Juanro Join Date: Oct 2015 Posts: 321	Spud thanks for the info, that's very usefully. I'll try to find a compatible part with the help of a vendor here.
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