changing brake pads

ladyninja08 · June 20th, 2009, 06:46 PM

Hello fellow ninjettes. Has anyone ever had to change the brake pads front and rear on a 08 ninja 250? And if so, how hard is it to do and any helpful pointers would be appreciated. Also I checkd the DIY section and couldnt find anything. Thanks

CRXTrek · June 20th, 2009, 06:59 PM

It was really easy changing the pads , here's instructions . I got the pics backwards. Four allen bolts only ...two removes caliper and two others release the brakepads from the caliper
Save the pics so you can zoom

Alex · June 20th, 2009, 06:59 PM

Piece of cake; it's less than a half page in the service manual, and that includes pictures. :-)

EDIT: What he said.

ladyninja08 · June 21st, 2009, 05:16 AM

Okay Thanks guys. I really appreciate it.

Banzai · June 21st, 2009, 06:36 AM

Think about upgrading to the EBC HH pads. Well worth it, and cheaper than the stock ones, too (at least from my dealer). Check out www.cyclebrakes.com. Their web page is a pain to use, so just get the phone number and call 'em. GREAT customer service. Even if you leave a message, they ALWAYS call back!

Kurosaki · June 21st, 2009, 07:13 AM

yep

Super easy task. Takes about 10-15 minutes for each pad, if that long.

camaroz1985 · June 22nd, 2009, 06:21 AM

Depending on the location of your rear axle (how you had to adjust for chain tension) the rear can be a little bit of a pain. The rear brake hose bracket is in the way a little bit, but still a very easy job.

demp · June 22nd, 2009, 02:29 PM

Awesome, I'm certain I'll have to change mine sooner or later, I'm kinda hard on the brakes =P

ladyninja08 · July 2nd, 2009, 03:36 PM

Had to order the brake pads today. They are on backorder but I am going to take you guys word and try to change these. I think I will be okay!

kkim · July 2nd, 2009, 03:37 PM

Chris,

just curious... how many miles on your brake pads?

ladyninja08 · July 2nd, 2009, 05:09 PM

Hi kelly I have about 5200 miles on the original pads. I bought the bike used and it just passed inspection but the dealer told me they were getting low . So I thought I would change them just to be safe

kkim · July 2nd, 2009, 05:46 PM

well, you might want to double check. Dealer told another member the same thing and come to find out the pads had lots of life left.

I assume you take your bike in for servicing? They're looking to do the job for you and make some money. I find it hard to believe the pads are gone in 5K unless you are a speed demon and come sliding into every stop doing stoppies.

...unless you track the bike, then it would make sense that it's worn.

Ramen · July 2nd, 2009, 05:50 PM

I have around 5600 miles and they barely look used. I engine brake, though, so I expect they'll last at least 5 times that mileage. I'm sure I'll find a DIY on here to perform that task when it comes time.

Banzai · July 3rd, 2009, 05:27 AM

At 5K miles, they're worthy of a detailed inspection, they should probably last much longer than that.

Click here for an earlier thread where we discuss the merits of various brake pads

Be aware that the stock pads have a notch down the middle of them. It's a GO/NO GO indicator, just like the wear indicators on tires.

The "useable" limit of the pads will form a bridge over where the notch is. You can see it most clearly when looking at the rear pads, but the fronts are the same part number and have them too. Also, you might need to spray some brake parts cleaner on them to wash away some of the brake/road dust, as it sometimes packs in there and you can't see it.

If there is no pad material bridging the little slot on either or both pads (as they do not always wear 100% evenly), you're in the NO GO territory and should replace the pads ASAP. Be aware, also, that the aftermarket EBC and Galfer pads (higher quality, cheaper price, better availability, and better rotor wear with more predictable braking action) do not have the same indicator slot, so you'll have to measure those.

ladyninja08 · July 3rd, 2009, 06:19 AM

Thanks guys. I will have to double check them. Becasue I bought it used, I am not sure how the other owner rode it. I am a new rider and didnt want to take the chance.

postie1686 · July 9th, 2009, 12:25 AM

do you remember the part number you ordered. my parts store just gave me fa141, def not going to work, i think the ones i need look more like the fa135 pads

Alex · July 9th, 2009, 12:55 AM

For the EBC pads it's FA197 or FA197HH (preferred).

Banzai · July 9th, 2009, 04:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex

For the EBC pads it's FA197 or FA197HH (preferred).

The HH pads up front will make all the world of difference!

camaroz1985 · July 9th, 2009, 07:30 AM

I just put the HH on mine, and it is definitely a nice improvement.

postie1686 · July 9th, 2009, 08:52 AM

ok see now those ones look right. the lady behind the counter at my local parts store bob's cycle (shes good lookin but thats all shes got going) sold me a set of FA141 i looked at them and right away told her those are not the right pads, and she said well the computer says they are. im like well you entered something wrong. so yay i get to go back and say HA!!

June 20th, 2009, 06:46 PM	#1
ladyninja08 ninjette.org member Name: Christine Location: pittsburgh, pa Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2011 black ninja 250r Posts: 67	changing brake pads Hello fellow ninjettes. Has anyone ever had to change the brake pads front and rear on a 08 ninja 250? And if so, how hard is it to do and any helpful pointers would be appreciated. Also I checkd the DIY section and couldnt find anything. Thanks

June 20th, 2009, 06:59 PM	#3
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	Piece of cake; it's less than a half page in the service manual, and that includes pictures. :-) EDIT: What he said. __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

June 21st, 2009, 06:36 AM	#5
Banzai Psychic war veteran Name: Thomas Location: Norfolk, VA Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Kawi Green '09 Ninja ZX6R Posts: 663	Think about upgrading to the EBC HH pads. Well worth it, and cheaper than the stock ones, too (at least from my dealer). Check out www.cyclebrakes.com. Their web page is a pain to use, so just get the phone number and call 'em. GREAT customer service. Even if you leave a message, they ALWAYS call back! __________________________________________________ * If you're arguing with some idiot over the internet, chances are pretty good he's doing the same thing! Zodiac Mindwarp and the Love Reaction

July 3rd, 2009, 05:27 AM	#14
Banzai Psychic war veteran Name: Thomas Location: Norfolk, VA Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Kawi Green '09 Ninja ZX6R Posts: 663	At 5K miles, they're worthy of a detailed inspection, they should probably last much longer than that. Click here for an earlier thread where we discuss the merits of various brake pads Be aware that the stock pads have a notch down the middle of them. It's a GO/NO GO indicator, just like the wear indicators on tires. The "useable" limit of the pads will form a bridge over where the notch is. You can see it most clearly when looking at the rear pads, but the fronts are the same part number and have them too. Also, you might need to spray some brake parts cleaner on them to wash away some of the brake/road dust, as it sometimes packs in there and you can't see it. If there is no pad material bridging the little slot on either or both pads (as they do not always wear 100% evenly), you're in the NO GO territory and should replace the pads ASAP. Be aware, also, that the aftermarket EBC and Galfer pads (higher quality, cheaper price, better availability, and better rotor wear with more predictable braking action) do not have the same indicator slot, so you'll have to measure those. __________________________________________________ * If you're arguing with some idiot over the internet, chances are pretty good he's doing the same thing! Zodiac Mindwarp and the Love Reaction

July 9th, 2009, 12:55 AM	#17
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	For the EBC pads it's FA197 or FA197HH (preferred). __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

June 21st, 2009, 05:16 AM	#4
ladyninja08 ninjette.org member Name: Christine Location: pittsburgh, pa Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2011 black ninja 250r Posts: 67	Okay Thanks guys. I really appreciate it.

June 21st, 2009, 07:13 AM	#6
Kurosaki Akai Suisei - 赤い彗星 Name: Joseph Location: socal Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 08 Kurosaki 250, 09 Honda 600RawrRawr Posts: 540	yep Super easy task. Takes about 10-15 minutes for each pad, if that long.

June 22nd, 2009, 06:21 AM	#7
camaroz1985 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ryan Location: Carlisle, PA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 WR250R, 2006 Ural Raven (Sold), 2009 Versys Green (Sold), 2008 Ninja 250R Green (Sold) Posts: A lot.	Depending on the location of your rear axle (how you had to adjust for chain tension) the rear can be a little bit of a pain. The rear brake hose bracket is in the way a little bit, but still a very easy job.

June 22nd, 2009, 02:29 PM	#8
demp ninjette.org sage Name: Matthew Location: Toronto Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2015 V-Star 950 Tourer (Deep Blue) Posts: 570	Awesome, I'm certain I'll have to change mine sooner or later, I'm kinda hard on the brakes =P

July 2nd, 2009, 03:36 PM	#9
ladyninja08 ninjette.org member Name: Christine Location: pittsburgh, pa Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2011 black ninja 250r Posts: 67	Had to order the brake pads today. They are on backorder but I am going to take you guys word and try to change these. I think I will be okay!

July 2nd, 2009, 03:37 PM	#10
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	Chris, just curious... how many miles on your brake pads?

July 2nd, 2009, 05:09 PM	#11
ladyninja08 ninjette.org member Name: Christine Location: pittsburgh, pa Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2011 black ninja 250r Posts: 67	Hi kelly I have about 5200 miles on the original pads. I bought the bike used and it just passed inspection but the dealer told me they were getting low . So I thought I would change them just to be safe

July 2nd, 2009, 05:46 PM	#12
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	well, you might want to double check. Dealer told another member the same thing and come to find out the pads had lots of life left. I assume you take your bike in for servicing? They're looking to do the job for you and make some money. I find it hard to believe the pads are gone in 5K unless you are a speed demon and come sliding into every stop doing stoppies. ...unless you track the bike, then it would make sense that it's worn.

July 2nd, 2009, 05:50 PM	#13
Ramen Frak It Name: Sean Location: SWFL Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: 199	I have around 5600 miles and they barely look used. I engine brake, though, so I expect they'll last at least 5 times that mileage. I'm sure I'll find a DIY on here to perform that task when it comes time.

July 3rd, 2009, 06:19 AM	#15
ladyninja08 ninjette.org member Name: Christine Location: pittsburgh, pa Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2011 black ninja 250r Posts: 67	Thanks guys. I will have to double check them. Becasue I bought it used, I am not sure how the other owner rode it. I am a new rider and didnt want to take the chance.

July 9th, 2009, 12:25 AM	#16
postie1686 ninjette.org member Name: Brian Location: Cottage Grove Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): kawasaki ninja 250r Posts: 66	do you remember the part number you ordered. my parts store just gave me fa141, def not going to work, i think the ones i need look more like the fa135 pads

July 9th, 2009, 07:30 AM	#19
camaroz1985 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ryan Location: Carlisle, PA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 WR250R, 2006 Ural Raven (Sold), 2009 Versys Green (Sold), 2008 Ninja 250R Green (Sold) Posts: A lot.	I just put the HH on mine, and it is definitely a nice improvement.

July 9th, 2009, 08:52 AM	#20
postie1686 ninjette.org member Name: Brian Location: Cottage Grove Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): kawasaki ninja 250r Posts: 66	ok see now those ones look right. the lady behind the counter at my local parts store bob's cycle (shes good lookin but thats all shes got going) sold me a set of FA141 i looked at them and right away told her those are not the right pads, and she said well the computer says they are. im like well you entered something wrong. so yay i get to go back and say HA!!

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