Rear Brake Pad Recommendation?

[lotus]

I purchased a used 2022 GT with 25K miles a couple months ago and love it. I've been able to put ~1000 miles on it so far. Given it's a
premium bike, I've been a little disappointed with the performance of the rear brake. Yes, it has had the master cylinder replaced and
I've changed the fluid with a good purge. No air in the line. I'm satisfied with the front dual discs.
Given it's Brembo, I expect the rear to be better. It still has the original brake pads with 25%(?) left.

I'd like to try changing the pads to see if I can get more stopping power in the rear. I don't care about longevity so much as
stopping power. Don't want racing pads because they won't be used at that heat level.
Understand this is very subjective and same as asking about a brand of engine oil one prefers. Everybody has a differing opinion.

Can somebody with experience in this area recommend an appropriate brand/model of pad?
Thanks in advance,
Larry

 

[Bob R]

EBC Double H sintered pads. I would bet they make them for the R3. Just make sure you break them in properly so you can brake properly.

bob

 

[Bosco15]

I purchased a used 2022 GT with 25K miles a couple months ago and love it. I've been able to put ~1000 miles on it so far. Given it's a
premium bike, I've been a little disappointed with the performance of the rear brake. Yes, it has had the master cylinder replaced and
I've changed the fluid with a good purge. No air in the line. I'm satisfied with the front dual discs.
Given it's Brembo, I expect the rear to be better. It still has the original brake pads with 25%(?) left.

I'd like to try changing the pads to see if I can get more stopping power in the rear. I don't care about longevity so much as
stopping power. Don't want racing pads because they won't be used at that heat level.
Understand this is very subjective and same as asking about a brand of engine oil one prefers. Everybody has a differing opinion.

Can somebody with experience in this area recommend an appropriate brand/model of pad?
Thanks in advance,
Larry

I'm sure that you already know that 80% of your stopping power is in the front brakes.
Personally, I haven't yet thought that I need more rear brake on the R3R, after having master cylinder swapped.
I mainly use rear brake in slow speed maneuvers, but when needed for stopping power I have experienced abs kicking in proving that they have more than enough bite.
Have your pads worn evenly?
Sintered pads are an industry standard for more bite.

 

[lotus]

Thanks..... I agree with you regarding front brakes and probably use the front brakes 95% of the time in combination with feathering/light pressure on the rear brake for
stability (trail braking). This is the first bike I've owned with ABS so I'm not use to thinking about that kicking in at the appropriate time. I'm comparing with my non-ABS 2004
BMW R1100s (75K miles) that has always had excellent brakes front and back. I just have to lay my foot on the rear brake pedal and get effortless, confidence inspiring feedback. Hard to describe. I have no issues with the front brake(s) on the Rocket, which is the most important.
Anyway, you've pulled me back from being so picky about the rear. I'll probably go with the EBC double H when I get around to it this winter. Won't hurt.
BTW, I learned early the hard way about NOT stomping on the rear brake in a panic stop when a teenager. I'll never forget the feeling of the rear end immediately
dipping in a low side before correcting. I was lucky to learn that lesson without road rash.

Larry

 

[2023R3GT]

stick with Brembo IMO, I’ve tried a few and settled with them. they make in different compounds. Source them outside of Triumph as they only stock the original “blue” compound. best wishes

 

[Gimlet]

ON my KTM and Ducati (both Brembo calipres) I've always used CL (Carbone Lorraine) sintered pads. I find them superior to Brembo or any other brand and they give more feel to the rear. Important on the KTM as I trail the rear a lot into bends and the rear brake on many Ducatis can be notoriously wooden feeling. CL pads were a vast improvement over Brembo. CL do make pads for the R3 but they're not that easy to find. I'm minded to try and seek them out as the R3's rear is also somewhat wooden.

 

[lotus]

stick with Brembo IMO, I’ve tried a few and settled with them. they make in different compounds. Source them outside of Triumph as they only stock the original “blue” compound. best wishes

Thanks....... I didn't know Brembo made upgraded pads. I've been on their bike site and the application page doesn't work. Don't find a "Contact Us" link so unable
to ask what upgraded rear pad is available for latest Gen Rocket. The same for EBC. Don't find anything for the 2022 rear "double HH"
Don't know what to think. Don't expect to do any better walking into a retail distributor.
Oh well......
Larry

 

[2023R3GT]

BRAKE PADS: HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT ONE FOR MOTORCYCLE, SCOOTER AND OFF-ROAD

A guide to choosing the right pads for my bike: Choosing the right one, Sintered or organic? Track or street? High performance or low wear? Effective when cold or aggressive when hot?

www.brembo.com

 

[sunny]

Those Rear brake discs are not Cheap, if you going aftermarket brake pads on rear then you must find aftermarket rear disc and let me assure you, there is no company to date who is making after market rear disc for our 2.5 rockets, I have email chain going to them for last 1 year asking to make one. no progress yet.

 

[lotus]

Those Rear brake discs are not Cheap, if you going aftermarket brake pads on rear then you must find aftermarket rear disc and let me assure you, there is no company to date who is making after market rear disc for our 2.5 rockets, I have email chain going to them for last 1 year asking to make one. no progress yet.

You mention rear brake "discs".....are you referring to the rotor or pads.
There has to be someone making pads for the rear

Thanks,
Larry