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Old 10-01-2017, 11:33 AM
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My 2006 Road King OEM pads are just about shot and lasted about 10K miles. I have spoke with friends that are sport bike riders who can't say enough about EBC Double H Sintered pads. I would appreciate comments and/or recommendations regarding these pads for my bike, other brake pad recommendations, or sticking with the OEM pads. Many thanks!
 
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Old 10-01-2017, 12:26 PM
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When my stock pads wore out I replace them with the EBC's. They made a huge difference. Then I installed a Ness Big Brake kit and it made even a huger difference. I know huger ain't a word but you get the idea.
People here are also very happy with Lyndalls.
 

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I put on the EBC semi sintered a couple months ago. They're supposed to wear longer than organic pads, stop better, and are not supposed to be hard on the rotors . They work fine so far, every bit as good as, and significantly cheaper than the HD OEM pads. When you have to buy 3 sets, the HD pads get spendy quickly.
 

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I’m not aware of “HH” pads for Harleys. I inquired many years ago for my bikes. Maybe things have changed since the EVO days...
 
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I have been using EBC organic with good results.$32 per set.
The sales person told me the other grades will wear the rotors faster.
 

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The EBC sintered will grind up your rotors.
Try Lyndall Z+
 

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I don't have any experience with EBC pads, but I have been using Lyndall Z-Plus pads for over a decade, and they are awesome. Much better stopping power than stock, virtually no dust, last a long time, and easy on the rotors.

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I agree the OEM pads are pricy and I wasn't convinced they were the best option. Thank you all for your personal experience with brake pads. I appreciate all of your comments. Cheers
 

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