Stoping 1100 LB

[Quince]

That would be Valkyrie 1500c, me and my half, maybe a bit more when she does carry my flask. Want to buy brake pads and I see here statements like "use ECB pads for ECB discs". How do I know if ECB discs are on my bike if I have no bike history? Dumb question? I also see one set of 4 pads front for $80+ and a complete set of front-rear 6 pads for $18. I already have in a box somewhere a collection of pads for my ZZR1200 that I didn't like. Can I get some help narrowing down good options please? Thank you! Looks like I'll keep asking help till spring, so forgive me.

[Quince]

That was supposed to be "Stopping".

[98valk]

OEM Sintered bronze HH pads are the only way to go. that is what oem are rated at.
valkyrie still in top 5.

Shortest 60–0 Stops
1] 2006 Triumph Speed Triple . . . . . . . . . . 104.8'
2] 2008 BMW Megamoto. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106.4'
3] 1999 Triumph Speed Triple . . . . . . . . . . 106.7'
4] 1997 F6 Valkyrie. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107.4'
5] 1997 Suzuki Marauder 800 . . . . . . . . . . 107.6'

> MCN Performance Index for Winter '14/'15 Edition

more better feel stainless steel teflon lined brake lines front only.  Use a DOT 4 LV (low viscosity) fluid, some brands call it extended service.  better feel under larger range of ambient temps.

I use OEM interstate rear pads on the front of my std/tourer. they are thicker so last longer and lower costs.

reducing unsprung weight of rotors increases braking stopping and acceleration performance plus handling. Low mileage ones of the following on ebay, usually around $100 for both fronts

Front OEM rotors = 3.25 lbs ea

Both are the same and fit valkyrie. new oem specs 4.4-4.6 mm thk
Front VRF800 rotors = 2.75 lbs ea
Front CBR600F4 rotors = 2.75 lbs ea

Rear rotors Goldwing GL1500 and ST1100 rotors fit the valkyrie.
I don't know the weight of them but I did put an aftermarket high quality
GW on which weighs 3lbs.
'98 Valkyrie 4lbs 4 ozs
'03 Valkyrie 6 lbs.

[Jims99]

I agree with 98valk. Oem pads are the only ones I use (anymore) for the valks. I’ve tried others and they may work, but will make noise and wear rotors faster. I’ve heard about the interstate pads on the others and going that route next. Have the stainless lines on my interstate and plan to do my tourer next. Didn’t notice much of a difference, but enough to make the change. I would think your rotors are stock, not many people change them.
Keep them questions coming, even though I do all my own work and have learned a lot about these beauty’s, there’s always more to learn.

[HayHauler]

Stock rotors have oval holes in them.  Most of the EBC rotors have triangles and some even have gold accents on them.  I once put GL1800 Wing rotors on my InterState.  They are a little thinner, but were many $$$ cheaper when I bought them.  The GL1800 Wing is as heavy or heavier than the Valkyrie and stopping power didn't suffer.

I hope this helps,
Hay 
Jimmyt

[h13man]

Replaced twice @ 20,000 mi. intervals and always OEM. Last time I found 2 sets for the front on Ebay for $55 total otherwise $50 a set at Ron Ayers.

https://www.ronayers.com/oemparts/a/hon/506cb61af870023420a41740/front-brake-caliper

[98valk]

I used Vesrah front pads one time. Same as OEM, same performance and life. replaced them due to one fork leaking onto it.  Research showed that Vesrah actually makes most OEM pads, but I couldn't verify at the time if they made the Honda pads.  there are some other top companies out there that make great pads, but this time couldn't beat the cost of the rear OEM I/S pads on the front.

Problem with EBC is too many complain of the noise. some research yrs ago is that brake pads actually have different torque curves. EBC uses a high initial torque so riders think they are great stopping power problem is the high initial bite causes more heat to be generated which actually then increases stopping distance and causes the noise so many complain about. This was info was from a site selling brake pads.

[Pluggy]

Mr. 98,

A Honda OEM pad has the Nissin part number stamped on it.  OEM front pad is stamped Nissin TT2501HH.  That Nissin pad is used on a variety of bikes, including Indian.  Last order, I was lucky to find TT2501HH on eBay for a lot less than the "Honda number" part.

 

 

[98valk]

Mr. 98,

A Honda OEM pad has the Nissin part number stamped on it.  OEM front pad is stamped Nissin TT2501HH.  That Nissin pad is used on a variety of bikes, including Indian.  Last order, I was lucky to find TT2501HH on eBay for a lot less than the "Honda number" part.