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[muddypaws]

When do most replace their brake pads. Bike has 38,000 mile on her and I just pulled the caliper to check the pads. About 1/3 left.

[grc]

The official wear limit per Harley is 0.04" of friction material (not including the metal backing plate).  IMHO that is cutting it a bit close unless you are in the habit of checking your brake pads on a weekly basis.  I prefer an absolute minimum of 0.0625" (1/16"), and usually change pads at 1/8".  It's not worth the tiny amount of money anyone would save by going to the absolute minimum, considering how much damage could be done if you wait just a bit too long and damage the rotors.  Not to mention the lack of stopping power of course.

Btw, always check both pads on each caliper, inner and outer, and go by the thinnest pad.  It's not unusual for one side to wear more than the other.

Jerry

[rayson56]

As usual, great advise Jerry! 

I'm about to hit 20k and with plenty of meat left, the rear has started to squeak when coming to a stop, from glazing near as I can tell. In doing some research I'm going to replace the stock pads with Lyndall 7254-gplus (Gold Plus) at about $60 a set.
As for when to change? Mileage and time will be different for everyone. At 38k you've definitely gotten your moneys worth out of your pads but I would change them before you get to 10/15% left. Pads are relatively cheap and easily overlooked so sooner than later once they start getting down there.

[muddypaws]

I broke down and replaced the pads. I can't believe how much pad was left after 38,000 miles. I replaced the stock pas with EBC brand. I wonder how long these will last.

[Homer 661]

I changed to Lyndall at about 4k. Improved feel, no noise, and no brake dust.

[bigchuck]

I changed to Lyndall at about 4k. Improved feel, no noise, and no brake dust.

X2.   If you are still running original pads the answer is now. You will be amazed how much cleaner your wheels stay.

[muddypaws]

Huge difference with stopping with the new ECB pads.

[muddypaws]

 EBC Pads

[Ironhorse]

I'm looking for EBC brake pads at JP Cycles on line. It says the pads fit both front and rear on my '06 Ultra. So I would need to buy 3 sets, one for the rear, and two for the front?

[muddypaws]

My CVO Limited takes three sets. With cleaning and install less then an hour.

[Ironhorse]

I'll let hd-dude install rears with a new rear tire next week. I can manage the fronts on my own. What are you running, the EBC sintered, or the organic? Is one better than the other?

[muddypaws]

Sintered. Only have 50 miles on them. Just put in last night. The rear is also very easy to install.

[CVODON]

Used EBC for awhile, good product. Tried the Lyndall and liked them better due to no dust. Currently running Galfer Pads & their WavyRotors. They seem to grab a little stronger than the other two brands. But all three are a major step-up from the OE HD pads in my opinion.