DragonRider Posted March 4, 2010 Share #1 Posted March 4, 2010 How long do you go between changing out brake pads on your ride..........My Vstar is in the shop and they called and said I needed new brake pads front and back. I have right at 20,000 miles on them right now.................I dont believe I have abused the brakes, I thought I would get more out of them..............:think: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midnightventure Posted March 5, 2010 Share #2 Posted March 5, 2010 I was surprised when the first time I changed the back tire the rear pads were wore out. The fronts lasted a lot longer. I think I had about 12000 miles on it when the first back tire wore out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooter Bob Posted March 5, 2010 Share #3 Posted March 5, 2010 I end up throwing pads on the back every time I change the tire (14k-15k). The front ones are original with 63,000 on them. How far away is the shop? I'd at least want to make sure they're not trying to make a few extra bucks off ya. They don't call them "stealers" for nothing.. Just my , Scooter Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeS Posted March 5, 2010 Share #4 Posted March 5, 2010 That sounds about right! Trying to save money on brakes, is not a good idea ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monty Posted March 5, 2010 Share #5 Posted March 5, 2010 I tend to wear out my front brakes first, as I use that brake the most. My brakes usually last me a while, because I use the engine to do most of my braking. If you do more city(stop n go) driving, then they will wear out much quicker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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