Brake pads

[Whitey]

 Why does the stock brake pads have two different part numbers? 

[Daniel Meyer]

Why does the stock brake pads have two different part numbers? 

You didn't specify front/rear...

Front pads are the same, both sides, for all bikes...but you can get the pads only OR pads with the spring clips in a kit...that may account for it...

Rear pads, interstate pads are different from standard (either will fit either, just one of them (interstate I think) has an insulator on the back of the pads....

[RonW]

The parts website I use states p/n for the Standard brake pads as .....

• FRONT PADS, 06455-MZ0-760 ..... superseded by ...... 06455-MV4-405

• REAR PADS, 06435-MZ0-760 ..... superseded by ..... 06435-MZ0-006

Front pads for the I/S has the same p/n as the Standard. REAR PADS for I/S, 06435-MBY-750 ..... superseded by ...... 06435-MBY-671. Don't know if *superseded* is the right term, perhaps *discontinued.* As far as I know, they don't sell two versions any longer whatever the difference was.

[..]

I've used this brand for years

https://www.ebay.com/sch/Brake-Pads/177925/m.html?item=162357962063&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_ssn=sixity&mvsub=1&_mcatda=true&selcontext=productType%3AMOTORCYCLE&selfil=1%2C2%2C3%2C6&selvel=1998~Honda~Valkyrie%25201500~GL1500CT%2520Tour&MYear=1998&MMake=Honda&MModel=Valkyrie%201500&vToken1=GL1500CT%20Tour

[h13man]

I purchased 2 sets OEM for the front for $54 total in November last year off Ebay. 06455-MV4-405

[Gideon]

I replaced the Front Brake Pads with EBC Organic, FA 142 Series, Part No. ZZ24703. They perform great. Very little brake dust and they should eliminate rotor galling.   

[Skinhead]

I've used this brand for years

https://www.ebay.com/sch/Brake-Pads/177925/m.html?item=162357962063&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_ssn=sixity&mvsub=1&_mcatda=true&selcontext=productType%3AMOTORCYCLE&selfil=1%2C2%2C3%2C6&selvel=1998~Honda~Valkyrie%25201500~GL1500CT%2520Tour&MYear=1998&MMake=Honda&MModel=Valkyrie%201500&vToken1=GL1500CT%20Tour

Paul, do you use the ceramic or organic pads?  Also any sign of rotor wear?  Any noise issues?

[..]

I've used this brand for years

https://www.ebay.com/sch/Brake-Pads/177925/m.html?item=162357962063&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_ssn=sixity&mvsub=1&_mcatda=true&selcontext=productType%3AMOTORCYCLE&selfil=1%2C2%2C3%2C6&selvel=1998~Honda~Valkyrie%25201500~GL1500CT%2520Tour&MYear=1998&MMake=Honda&MModel=Valkyrie%201500&vToken1=GL1500CT%20Tour

Paul, do you use the ceramic or organic pads?  Also any sign of rotor wear?  Any noise issues?

Organic
No
No

Also used this brand for over 125,000 miles on my ST1300.

[Chrisj CMA]

I've used this brand for years

https://www.ebay.com/sch/Brake-Pads/177925/m.html?item=162357962063&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_ssn=sixity&mvsub=1&_mcatda=true&selcontext=productType%3AMOTORCYCLE&selfil=1%2C2%2C3%2C6&selvel=1998~Honda~Valkyrie%25201500~GL1500CT%2520Tour&MYear=1998&MMake=Honda&MModel=Valkyrie%201500&vToken1=GL1500CT%20Tour

Paul, do you use the ceramic or organic pads?  Also any sign of rotor wear?  Any noise issues?

Organic
No
No

Also used this brand for over 125,000 miles on my ST1300.

Well, we shall see, I figure not that much of a risk.  I just ordered two full sets front and back.  Free shipping and a $5 coupon for first time register.  Total bill $20.88

$10.44 pr bike is unbelievable for all the pads.  And then if they actually work what a deal!

[..]

I've used this brand for years

https://www.ebay.com/sch/Brake-Pads/177925/m.html?item=162357962063&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_ssn=sixity&mvsub=1&_mcatda=true&selcontext=productType%3AMOTORCYCLE&selfil=1%2C2%2C3%2C6&selvel=1998~Honda~Valkyrie%25201500~GL1500CT%2520Tour&MYear=1998&MMake=Honda&MModel=Valkyrie%201500&vToken1=GL1500CT%20Tour

Paul, do you use the ceramic or organic pads?  Also any sign of rotor wear?  Any noise issues?

Organic
No
No

Also used this brand for over 125,000 miles on my ST1300.

Well, we shall see, I figure not that much of a risk.  I just ordered two full sets front and back.  Free shipping and a $5 coupon for first time register.  Total bill $20.88

$10.44 pr bike is unbelievable for all the pads.  And then if they actually work what a deal!

I have a bad late braking habit and these pads work well to keep me from busting my ass.

[Forge]

I installed a set of those Sixity brake pads on the front and rear of my S83 about 1500 miles ago and haven’t had any issues. They work fine. Granted, the S83 weighs about 200 pounds lighter than my Valkyrie. For the money, I am very happy with them.

[98valk]

amazing that people will put their life and bike on the line by using inferior organic brake pads, compared to sintered bronze pads what OEM are, just to lower rotor wear which actually is minimal compared to SB pads. many aftermarket brands make them. http://www.sixity.com/brake-pad-selection-guide

"Sintered brake pads have now become the most popular type of brake pads, and in fact, they have become standard Original Equipment on 99% of motorcycles from the manufacturers.  One of the reasons that the manufacturers have opted to equip their bikes with sintered brakes is because they will cover the broadest spectrum of conditions that a rider may encounter. The nearly pure metal construction of sintered brake pads provides a stable coefficient of friction from hot to cold.  This cuts down on warm-up time and the pads will produce good bite right away.  They can also handle the extreme heat from a lot of brake use and will not fade.  Not only will these pads perform well under extreme heat stress, but they will typically last longer than any other type.  Sintered brake pads are an excellent choice if you regularly experience varying riding conditions.  They can perform well in just about any weather condition, including rain, snow and mud, because of their porous nature."


ride in the mountains and hills?, hold on when your organic pads give out on the down slope. Who never rides in the rain??
"Of course, organic brake pads have their downsides too.  You will have to change these pads far more often than you would with sintered pads.  The softer make-up of the organic pads allows them to be worn away more rapidly.  Another downside is that they are not as tolerant to excessive heat.  Organic pads will lose their coefficient of friction very quickly once they reach their max operating temperature and will burn up fairly fast.  If ridden in wet or muddy conditions, organic brake pads will not be able to perform to their full potential and can even build up a “glaze” on the outside that can hinder your future braking ability, even in dry conditions."

[hubcapsc]

amazing that people will put their life and bike on the line by using inferior organic brake pads, compared to sintered bronze pads what OEM are, just to lower rotor wear which actually is minimal compared to SB pads. many aftermarket brands make them. http://www.sixity.com/brake-pad-selection-guide

Not only that but I actually ride my Valkyrie 1800, which the magazine
said has inferior brakes.

-Mike 

[Chrisj CMA]

amazing that people will put their life and bike on the line by using inferior organic brake pads, compared to sintered bronze pads what OEM are, just to lower rotor wear which actually is minimal compared to SB pads. many aftermarket brands make them. http://www.sixity.com/brake-pad-selection-guide

If they work. If stopping power is sufficient, than what is inferior about them. If they can perform without prematurely wearing the rotors, well I'd call that SUPERIOR

[Dusty]

Why does the stock brake pads have two different part numbers?  

To the original  question one of the backing plates has a notch in the backing plate and the other does not . The tang away from the   hole end  is slotted on the 06435-MBY-671 pads but not on the other pads.  The slotted pads can be used  front or back but the non slotted ones only mount in one end .     99 Interstate

Dusty  

[98valk]

amazing that people will put their life and bike on the line by using inferior organic brake pads, compared to sintered bronze pads what OEM are, just to lower rotor wear which actually is minimal compared to SB pads. many aftermarket brands make them. http://www.sixity.com/brake-pad-selection-guide

If they work. If stopping power is sufficient, than what is inferior about them. If they can perform without prematurely wearing the rotors, well I'd call that SUPERIOR

organic pads will ALWAYS have longer stopping distance than sintered bronze pads.
and
"Sintered brake pads have now become the most popular type of brake pads, and in fact, they have become standard Original Equipment on 99% of motorcycles from the manufacturers.  One of the reasons that the manufacturers have opted to equip their bikes with sintered brakes is because they will cover the broadest spectrum of conditions that a rider may encounter. The nearly pure metal construction of sintered brake pads provides a stable coefficient of friction from hot to cold.  This cuts down on warm-up time and the pads will produce good bite right away (organics take longer to warm up).  They can also handle the extreme heat from a lot of brake use and will not fade.  Not only will these pads perform well under extreme heat stress, but they will typically last longer than any other type.  Sintered brake pads are an excellent choice if you regularly experience varying riding conditions.  They can perform well in just about any weather condition, including rain, snow and mud, because of their porous nature."


ride in the mountains and hills?, hold on when your organic pads give out on the down slope. Who never rides in the rain??
"Of course, organic brake pads have their downsides too.  You will have to change these pads far more often than you would with sintered pads.  The softer make-up of the organic pads allows them to be worn away more rapidly.  Another downside is that they are not as tolerant to excessive heat.  Organic pads will lose their coefficient of friction very quickly once they reach their max operating temperature and will burn up fairly fast.  If ridden in wet or muddy conditions, organic brake pads will not be able to perform to their full potential and can even build up a “glaze” on the outside that can hinder your future braking ability, even in dry conditions."

[..]

amazing that people will put their life and bike on the line by using inferior organic brake pads, compared to sintered bronze pads what OEM are, just to lower rotor wear which actually is minimal compared to SB pads. many aftermarket brands make them. http://www.sixity.com/brake-pad-selection-guide

If they work. If stopping power is sufficient, than what is inferior about them. If they can perform without prematurely wearing the rotors, well I'd call that SUPERIOR

organic pads will ALWAYS have longer stopping distance than sintered bronze pads.
and
"Sintered brake pads have now become the most popular type of brake pads, and in fact, they have become standard Original Equipment on 99% of motorcycles from the manufacturers.  One of the reasons that the manufacturers have opted to equip their bikes with sintered brakes is because they will cover the broadest spectrum of conditions that a rider may encounter. The nearly pure metal construction of sintered brake pads provides a stable coefficient of friction from hot to cold.  This cuts down on warm-up time and the pads will produce good bite right away (organics take longer to warm up).  They can also handle the extreme heat from a lot of brake use and will not fade.  Not only will these pads perform well under extreme heat stress, but they will typically last longer than any other type.  Sintered brake pads are an excellent choice if you regularly experience varying riding conditions.  They can perform well in just about any weather condition, including rain, snow and mud, because of their porous nature."


ride in the mountains and hills?, hold on when your organic pads give out on the down slope. Who never rides in the rain??
"Of course, organic brake pads have their downsides too.  You will have to change these pads far more often than you would with sintered pads.  The softer make-up of the organic pads allows them to be worn away more rapidly.  Another downside is that they are not as tolerant to excessive heat.  Organic pads will lose their coefficient of friction very quickly once they reach their max operating temperature and will burn up fairly fast.  If ridden in wet or muddy conditions, organic brake pads will not be able to perform to their full potential and can even build up a “glaze” on the outside that can hinder your future braking ability, even in dry conditions."

It's so good to know that YOU have FIRST HAND EXPERIENCE of using this BRAND of pads. Please let us know when YOU first bought them and HOW MANY miles YOU have ridden to be able to give a FIRST HAND report of the pads.

Sheeeeeesh.

[98valk]

amazing that people will put their life and bike on the line by using inferior organic brake pads, compared to sintered bronze pads what OEM are, just to lower rotor wear which actually is minimal compared to SB pads. many aftermarket brands make them. http://www.sixity.com/brake-pad-selection-guide

If they work. If stopping power is sufficient, than what is inferior about them. If they can perform without prematurely wearing the rotors, well I'd call that SUPERIOR

organic pads will ALWAYS have longer stopping distance than sintered bronze pads.
and
"Sintered brake pads have now become the most popular type of brake pads, and in fact, they have become standard Original Equipment on 99% of motorcycles from the manufacturers.  One of the reasons that the manufacturers have opted to equip their bikes with sintered brakes is because they will cover the broadest spectrum of conditions that a rider may encounter. The nearly pure metal construction of sintered brake pads provides a stable coefficient of friction from hot to cold.  This cuts down on warm-up time and the pads will produce good bite right away (organics take longer to warm up).  They can also handle the extreme heat from a lot of brake use and will not fade.  Not only will these pads perform well under extreme heat stress, but they will typically last longer than any other type.  Sintered brake pads are an excellent choice if you regularly experience varying riding conditions.  They can perform well in just about any weather condition, including rain, snow and mud, because of their porous nature."


ride in the mountains and hills?, hold on when your organic pads give out on the down slope. Who never rides in the rain??
"Of course, organic brake pads have their downsides too.  You will have to change these pads far more often than you would with sintered pads.  The softer make-up of the organic pads allows them to be worn away more rapidly.  Another downside is that they are not as tolerant to excessive heat.  Organic pads will lose their coefficient of friction very quickly once they reach their max operating temperature and will burn up fairly fast.  If ridden in wet or muddy conditions, organic brake pads will not be able to perform to their full potential and can even build up a “glaze” on the outside that can hinder your future braking ability, even in dry conditions."

It's so good to know that YOU have FIRST HAND EXPERIENCE of using this BRAND of pads. Please let us know when YOU first bought them and HOW MANY miles YOU have ridden to be able to give a FIRST HAND report of the pads.

Sheeeeeesh.

its the material composition and not the brand of pads that matters for best performance and short stopping. The only organic pads that will perform like SBs are race OP, but they need a lot of heat to work, the heat race track use brings to pads. they will not work on the street. there are thousands  of sites out there that will prove that SB material in HH friction level pads are the best for street use performance. right now I'm using Vesrah pads on the front and OEM on rear.  there are some SB pads out there that wear the rotors like OPs but still provide better performance than the OPs but not as good as SBs.