My question about brake pads is in reference my '76 FLH Shovelhead.
This bike has banana single piston calipers front and rear. They both use the same pads.
When I restored the bike about 6 years ago I rebuilt both calipers and they seem to work, but the stopping power is slim to none.
I rode it for a few years and just knew to slow down sooner than later. I swapped bikes with the guy i bought it from and we rode probably 25 miles that way. He has an '03 CVO Duece with great brakes.
Well the first stop sign he came to, he ran it. He asked if the brakes were even working. I assured him if he squeezed and smashed the pedal, he would stop.
I can skid the rear wheel, but it does take a very strong right leg.
Now my question.
What type of brake pad will give me better stopping power. I'm thinking of putting it up for sale and I want it to be as safe as it can be without upgrading to some type of dual piston caliper that just won't look right.
So what should I buy?
Thanks.