【RK】Mega Alloy X Brake Pads Review
Fits: HONDA HORNET900, HONDA HORNET250, HONDA BROS400, HONDA X4, HONDA VTR1000FVTR1000F FIRESTORM, HONDA VFR750R, HONDA VFR400R, HONDA RVF750, HONDA RVF400, HONDA RS250, HONDA NSR250R, HONDA NR750, HONDA CBR900RRFire blade, HONDA NSR250R, HONDA CB400SF, HONDA CB400SF, HONDA CB1000 SF (Big One)
NSR250R (MC18/88) Used for Front
[How is it used?
Used on NSR250RFront.
Usage:Touring, mountain pass
I used it for about two years.
Brake disc rotor and Caliper are OEM.
The Pad was replaced by an OEM Pad that I don't know how old it is.
Quantity per double disk vehicle:Buy 2 sets
Was the one you received as per Image?
Just like the Image. It was an image of quality and robustness.
Was the installation difficult?
The installation is not that difficult, and if you have enough time, it is very durable.
However, if the piston is sticking or is reluctant to move, it will take a bit of work.
When removing the pad pin or caliper mounting bolt, it is recommended that you use a good precision tool from a proper tool manufacturer if possible.
When you remove the Pad, you can push the entire Pad when you push the Piston back. (Skinning) This can be done easily by using
How was your experience with it?
I installed it on my strongest NSR, which has almost no shocks, but it worked well enough and was easy to control, so I never crashed. It does not depend on the temperature, and I think it is good that it works well right from the start.
I think it suits my sensibilities so well that I have installed Mega alloyX on three of my recent motorcycles.
DAYTONA's Red Pad is also a pad that I use frequently, but when I compare it to this product, I find that it is not as good as the Red Pad. (Although comparing Sintered and Semi Metal is also a different premise.)
-effectiveness
Mega alloyX>Red Pad
Control
Mega alloyX=Red Pad
・Life
Mega alloyX<Red Pad
Aggressiveness to Disc Rotor
Mega alloyX>Red Pad
Effectiveness in RainCondition
Mega alloyX<Red Pad
Flashy appearance
Mega alloyX<Red Pad
This was how I felt about myself.
[Included Parts:were they on?
None
[Was there anything that disappointed you?
None
(Points and hangs for installation/things you should prepare together)
As the installation point or hang, the
To reduce the squeal, chamfer the short side of the pad with an ironworking file.
Apply a thin layer of brake pad grease to the surfaces of the caliper and piston. (Base material) If you apply it on the whole side, Dust will not adhere well.
If the surface of the pad pin is covered with rust or dirt, I use about #400 water-resistance paper and inexpensive lubricant such as Kure 556, etc., and clean it with oil. Then apply a thin layer of pad grease and install.
Use a mild detergent and tooth brush to clean the caliper. Use a mild detergent and toothbrush to clean calipers. ・Parts cleaners that are less aggressive to rubbers should be used only where there is a lot of dirt. (Chain cleaner) Cleaned at
Spray the entire caliper with silicon spray and wipe it with a dustcloth. (Before installing the pad)
You may want to prepare the following items together
Pad grease
Lubricant for oil sharpening
Silicon spray
RubberGrease or Silicon grease (For piston cleaning and wringing out)
Parts cleaner (Chain cleaner)
Scraper (A leather skewer or slotted screwdriver is also acceptable.)
Iron Rasp
Water-resistance Paper
PistonPliers (PistonTool) (For piston cleaning and wringing out)
Pad pin (If the rust is severe and causing bumps)
Responses
Other reviews
OEM Comparison
Change from OEM.
It works well enough before the bite.
I replaced the front and rear at the same time and it is much easier to control the Rear.
Specifi cations that even a heavy Motorcycle like the 14R can afford.
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Used in Circuit
Used in Circuit run at NINJASL.
It is useful because of its good balance of price, efficacy, and durability.
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Review after the run.
I drove about 1,000 kilometers.
The feel is just as I expected. It's nice.
Satisfied that all OEMPad complaints have been addressed.
I thought the pad was relatively soft touch.
That is not to say that it slides, but I can feel the disc gripping firmly on the lever and it feels very secure.
The front suspension responds more agilely to PitchControl with a slightly stronger grip, not to mention deceleration at corner entry, which increases the enjoyment of the car.
Stress-free anyway!
The braking power was perfect, and when I activated the ABS for a trial run, I had a good feeling that it activated with the timing I wanted.
I also ran RainCondition and it seems to work better than Dry.
That is acceptable, but with Rain it squeaked a bit.
It seems to resonate with the anti-noise Plate that was attached to the car, and even in Dry, there is a large chattering sound while driving.
Maybe I'll take it off next time.
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I like the affordable price.
[How is it used?
It has been about two weeks since I installed it.
The initial braking effect is now more stable and I can brake with more confidence than with the previous Pad.
Breaking before Curve, especially when Speed is on, has become very reassuring.
Was the one you received as per Image?
It was just as Image.
Was the installation difficult?
It was installed without difficulty.
How was your experience with it?
During the break-in period immediately after installation, I hit it with a series of hard hits.
It seemed that the heat was also firmly applied at that time, and after the hit, the play touch just before the Corner was very good.
After that, the effect seems to stabilize as some heat is applied.
(Please note that this is just a layman's opinion and not an accurate one.)
[Included Parts:were they on?
It was Body only.
[Was there anything that disappointed you?
Not particularly
Durability is yet to be determined, so I hope for the best.
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858 and 859 for V str 650.
The OEM pad on the V-Stroke was not very good, squeaking and slipping, so I quickly replaced it.
The rating is normal because it has just been installed and has not been run yet.
I was torn between sbs and Mega alloy, but I chose Mega alloy because I had a good feeling about RKJapan's Fine alloy when I used it on my moped.
I see that the Pad surface is slippery. It seems to work well.
What bothered me the most was that the OEM Fluid was already stuck in place after less than a year.
That being said, I installed it with Plate for now to stop the crying. I am looking forward to going for the next run!
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