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Reuse/Mix and match pads?

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kzz1king

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So I have some EBC pads from my last change. Half at 3 mm and half at 2.5 or better. Anyone know thickness of new? Am I a badboy if I match up the thickest ones even if they came from different rotors? Going to order new to have on hand but curious on thought s on this.
 
How do the rotors look? Personally, for such a relatively inexpensive consumable like pads, I wouldn't potentially risk my bike (or life) by trying to save a few pennies. Depends on your riding style and what type hazards you encounter in your neck of the woods.
 
The ABS system applies the brakes on only one front caliper when you use the rear brake.
Consequently, that caliper wears the pads more than the other.
Swap the sets from side to side and they will equalize.
NOTE: I am unsure what the minimum is. So, find out what that minimum is, and be aware that your going to need to change pads before long.

Ride safe, Ted
 
connie_rider said:
The ABS system applies the brakes on only one front caliper when you use the rear brake.
Consequently, that caliper wears the pads more than the other.
Swap the sets from side to side and they will equalize.
NOTE: I am unsure what the minimum is. So, find out what that minimum is, and be aware that your going to need to change pads before long.

Ride safe, Ted
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I seldom use the rear brake for that reason. Thanks.
 
texas.devops902 said:
How do the rotors look? Personally, for such a relatively inexpensive consumable like pads, I wouldn't potentially risk my bike (or life) by trying to save a few pennies. Depends on your riding style and what type hazards you encounter in your neck of the woods.
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Its more than a few pennies but I think I am getting new ones. Question is more out of curiosity. As far as safety I don't see that as a concern if thicknesses are over the limit.
I always test my brakes and also test the ABS frequently. Rotors look good. Will scrub them up good.
 
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