Other Procedures; Brake Pad Replacement - BMW R850 Maintenance Manual

Brake Pad Replacement

Tools
hex bit socket – 8mm
ratchet
hammer
punch (nail?)
screwdriver, flat blade
torque wrench
Note: I have not done this procedure on an R1150GS yet, so the following is
based on the procedure for my R1100R which should be similar.
Note: Many riders are particularly pleased with EBC pads which can be ordered
through any motorcycle dealer from Tucker-Rocky.
Front Pads (2 sets) - - - - - all R1100's = EBC # FA246
Rear Pads - - - - - - - - - - - - GS, R, RT = EBC # FA245
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -RS = EBC # FA171
The EBC pads may not be a perfect fit. The front pads may need very gentle
filing where they touch in the top inside corners (see where the paint is worn off
on the OEM pads). The top rear corner of the rear outside pad needs some
grinding or filing so that it fits - hold the EBC pad back to back with the opposite
OEM pad (inside pad) to see where and how much of the backing plate to
remove. This may sound like a hassle but it is quite easy to do.
Note: Anti-rattle springs - Some riders remove the anti-rattle springs from the
original OEM pads by drilling them out and then riveting them to the new EBC
pads which do not come with springs.
Note: Several riders on the GS list have reported that they are pleased with the
Galfer pads and the EBC HH pads.
Note: Be sure that your front brake reservoir is not over full - less than max! You
do not want to force brake fluid out the reservoir when installing the new pads!
Cover your fuel tank as a safety measure to prevent accidental overflow of brake
fluid from eating your paint!!!
Note: Pay special attention to the rear outside pad when inspecting for wear as
many riders are wearing this pad out as early as 6K miles!

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brake pads