HarleyTechTalk

Quote from: klammer76 on July 05, 2013, 04:47:11 AM
I am ordering front pads either today (if open) or on Monday for my 02 FLH. I take it by the replies here and search that the Lyndalls are a definate improvement and worth the $ correct? I don't mind spending for quality & improvement but just don't want hype. I am looking for improved front braking so Lyndall Gold + (front) and Z (rear)?

Thanks,
Klammer

Being use to sport bikes I was looking for more front brake,  with the Gold+ I'm finally there but like Tsani stated you have to keep the caliper pistons all clean/free in addition to no air in the system to have a tall solid lever.  I like a less sensitive rear that isn't prone to lock so I use the Z there. 

I rode with a mixed brand group for 1-1/2 to 2 years and when we would get into a back road hustle I would make time on the brakes during corner entry against adv./sport touring bikes during repeated 80-40mph scrubs...not bad for a Harley.        Rick

Quote from: 04 SE DEUCE on July 05, 2013, 12:13:24 AM

Quote from: 05Train on July 04, 2013, 07:07:51 PM
The Lyndalls are better than stock, but I was never happy with their performance in the wet.  I switched to EBC HH Sintered, and couldn't be happier. They bite RIGHT NOW, modulate well, and are amazing in the rain.  They dust less than stock, a bit more than the Lyndalls.

I'm guessing it's been some years since you tried Lyndall's.  Paul changed compounds which corrected that issue years back AFAIK.   Rick

About 2 years.  I ride with people who continue to use them, and they still complain about wet performance.  The EBCs provide a better initial bite than the Lyndalls ever did, and they don't squeal like the Lyndalls did either.  It would have to be an impressive compound change for me to switch back.

Called and talked to Paul today, real nice guy and very helpful. At his recommendation, I ordered the Gold+ front & rear.

Klammer

   You'll like them.   Rick

ebc offers so many. the choices are kevlar, double h sintered ,semi sintered, extreme performance? what is best? stock 07 fxdl caliper rear jaybrake 6 piston front. my rear has only 6 ,600 miles stock but it is real weak. pads still look fairly thick good fluid level . bled them.

Quote from: 05Train on July 05, 2013, 08:34:50 PM

Quote from: 04 SE DEUCE on July 05, 2013, 12:13:24 AM

Quote from: 05Train on July 04, 2013, 07:07:51 PM
The Lyndalls are better than stock, but I was never happy with their performance in the wet.  I switched to EBC HH Sintered, and couldn't be happier. They bite RIGHT NOW, modulate well, and are amazing in the rain.  They dust less than stock, a bit more than the Lyndalls.

I'm guessing it's been some years since you tried Lyndall's.  Paul changed compounds which corrected that issue years back AFAIK.   Rick

About 2 years.  I ride with people who continue to use them, and they still complain about wet performance.  The EBCs provide a better initial bite than the Lyndalls ever did, and they don't squeal like the Lyndalls did either.  It would have to be an impressive compound change for me to switch back.

I find this interesting.. EBC functioned OK for me but didn't last and dusted a bunch... SBS were better.... This was using pads for PM style calipers and SS rotors..

Max

Quote from: 05Train on July 05, 2013, 08:34:50 PM

Quote from: 04 SE DEUCE on July 05, 2013, 12:13:24 AM

Quote from: 05Train on July 04, 2013, 07:07:51 PM
The Lyndalls are better than stock, but I was never happy with their performance in the wet.  I switched to EBC HH Sintered, and couldn't be happier. They bite RIGHT NOW, modulate well, and are amazing in the rain.  They dust less than stock, a bit more than the Lyndalls.

I'm guessing it's been some years since you tried Lyndall's.  Paul changed compounds which corrected that issue years back AFAIK.   Rick

About 2 years.  I ride with people who continue to use them, and they still complain about wet performance.  The EBCs provide a better initial bite than the Lyndalls ever did, and they don't squeal like the Lyndalls did either.  It would have to be an impressive compound change for me to switch back.

What type of EBCs?

Its time for me to change the rotors on my EG. Have used the stock pads with no problems.
I have done two pad changes in about 65,000 miles on front and rears, now rotors are showing signs of wear. I think that's pretty good. Are these aftermarket pads better?

I replaced mine with the EBC HH Sintered pad's as well. No dust problems and work great maybe even to good   Not saying Lyndall pads are not good pad's but i preffer the EBC as well.

Hawk Performance Sintered brake pads.  Made in the USA, 30 bucks a pair

you guys do realize that the pads on the newer bikes start out thin and look like they are half worn out. should mike em to see if they are still within limits.

Still running the original front pads on a 07 ultra with 75k miles. Replaced the rear at 65k miles.

I run the high quality Kevlar on the front of my road king. Love it. 30K and still better than half remains. Very equal wear and my rotors are in excellent shape. Can't bring myself to put them on the rear.

I'm looking to buy a set of pads for my ultra but I cant tell from the ads whether a "set" comes with 3 pairs of pads. some say "front fitment requires 2 sets" seems confusing to me.

1 set is a pair of pads to fit one caliper,  2 sets required to do 2 front calipers and a 3rd set for the rear caliper. 

Quote from: runamuck on September 04, 2013, 10:11:50 AM
you guys do realize that the pads on the newer bikes start out thin and look like they are half worn out. should mike em to see if they are still within limits.

Stop just as good as the Lyndall's & squeal less. Paul Lyndall does provide exceptional customer service though.

Ooops... just realized I quoted the wrong post.

I meant to quote:

Posted by: mfalba
« on: Saturday, August 31, 2013. 05:37:58 PM. »

Hawk Performance Sintered brake pads.  Made in the USA, 30 bucks a pair

http://www.ebay.com/itm/231016264838?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

I like Kevlar, works well hot or cold. Great on rotor life and pad life. Not so good if your rotors are raspy.

Lyndal Z+ on ebay from Eastern Performance $115 for set of 3    Just put 'em on last week.  Be sure you use no-squeal grease or they'll squeal like a bitch.