Galfer front pads.

[freeware]

Gents,

I plan to replace my SBS Ceramics soon. I'm tempted by Galfers but wonder which compound do you usually go for?

- Semi Metal G1054 ( http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/141630959324?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT )
- Sintered G1370 ( http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/141532460947?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT )

Is G1054 going to be softer/more spongy on the lever than SBS Ceramics? I believe G1370 will be sharper than SBSs.

Searched through the forum and I've got impression people use both Galfer compounds, or mainly Sintered G1370?

For usage and condition: I'm on OEM discs with 35k on the bike. I'd like next pads to be kind to my discs. Mainly commuting and some weekend foccing around in Scotland. I also plan 4000 miles trip this year.

[darrsi]

I have been using Galfer on the front for a few years now, and i've just gone back through my posts from 3 years ago and it would appear i've got G1651 semi metallic pads which are HH rated.


They last a very long time, wear evenly without any crumbling edges or break down of pad surface or backing plate, and they are extremely kind to the discs.


This may help you a bit, but i don't think you'll go wrong with either of them to be honest.


http://www.galferusa.com/brake-pads-street-sport-racing-motorcycles/

[freeware]

Darrsi,

I came across a few of your posts regarding pads. I can't find the G1651 compound on Galfer's chart - do you know if they've been superseded by G1054 as it's also semi metallic compound? Galfer's website describes them as GG rated.

[freeware]

Well... I think I found answer.... G1054 replaced G1651 in 2014/2015:

http://www.galfer.eu/index.php/en/galfer-moto/item/2409-galfer-upgrades-the-g1054-semi-metallic-compound-to-replace-the-g1651

Darssi,
makes sense if you've replaced your pads about 3 years ago 

[darrsi]

These are the G1651's that i have on my bike, but it would seem they are discontinued, so the replacement is the G1054.


http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Galfer-HH-Front-Brake-Pads-Yamaha-FZS600-FZS1000-Fazer-FZ6-FZ8-FZ1-/141014149710?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts_13&hash=item20d5192a4e

[darrsi]

Apologies, it does blatantly say that doesn't it. 


FD178 must be the actual plate fitting per caliper, so ignore my above post.

[bandit]

I would go for the sintered pads myself as they tend to be slightly nicer to your discs.

[bandit]

FD178 is just a manufacturers reference number but is the same pads,see below.


http://www.amazon.co.uk/Galfer-Brakes-Sintered-Brake-FD178G1375/dp/B000WJENSO


As darrsi said

[darrsi]

I would go for the sintered pads myself as they tend to be slightly nicer to your discs.

You can't possibly get any nicer than the ones i'm using, they literally don't seem to wear anything out at all.
I'm not a heavy braker anyway, my work journeys in traffic have sorted that out for me, but the pads are still in tip top condition 3 years down the line.
And the Ebay cost is really good at half price.

[darrsi]

FD178 is just a manufacturers reference number but is the same pads,see below.


http://www.amazon.co.uk/Galfer-Brakes-Sintered-Brake-FD178G1375/dp/B000WJENSO

It'll be the fitment number i'd imagine, as per bike/caliper.
The other number will be the pad compound.

[freeware]

I would go for the sintered pads myself as they tend to be slightly nicer to your discs.

You can't possibly get any nicer than the ones i'm using, they literally don't seem to wear anything out at all.

Darssi, so are yours definitely 1375's? sintered not semi metallic?

[darrsi]

I would go for the sintered pads myself as they tend to be slightly nicer to your discs.

You can't possibly get any nicer than the ones i'm using, they literally don't seem to wear anything out at all.

Darssi, so are yours definitely 1375's? sintered not semi metallic?

This is getting confusing. 


According to your link i have the older version of the G1054.


If you look at my Ebay link above you can see the description of them in the listing.

[freeware]

hahah   that's why I'm confused

Based on your feedback regarding the way they behave on your bike - I want 'your' pads! So going with 1054s I will get 'upgraded' 1651s - same as yours...

[darrsi]

hahah that's why I'm confused

Based on your feedback regarding the way they behave on your bike - I want 'your' pads! So going with 1054s I will get 'upgraded' 1651s - same as yours...

Sorted, that was easy. 

[darrsi]

It might be a while yet but next time i clean the caliper up i'll take a photo and show you the condition of them.
Looking back at some of my posts i'm guessing i put them on around early to mid 2013.

[freeware]

How often do you clean your calipers? How many miles per year you're doing?

[Frosties]

I ride 365 and clean the calipers once a month (2,000 miles) in winter (rain, shite, salt etc). Tends to be every 3 months in better weather.

[freeware]

I ride 365 and clean the calipers once a month (2,000 miles) in winter (rain, shite, salt etc). Tends to be every 3 months in better weather.

Looks like you're on about 20k miles pa? What's the millage on your bike? I've seen many users reporting 80-100k no problem.

[Frosties]

I ride 365 and clean the calipers once a month (2,000 miles) in winter (rain, shite, salt etc). Tends to be every 3 months in better weather.

Looks like you're on about 20k miles pa? What's the millage on your bike? I've seen many users reporting 80-100k no problem.

57k miles and still running sweet as a nut - cracking bikes

[darrsi]

I'm only doing just over 4000 miles a year, but it's used for commuting so ridden all year round, when possible obviously.
I like to clean the calipers at least twice a year, normally in autumn then spring, so they're all good for winter and summer.


Plenty of traffic involved on a daily basis so although not heavy braking the clutch and brakes are in constant use.

[freeware]

Cheers for all your answers!