Rotors and pads

[nocturnalVX]

R1 Concepts drilled & slotted rotors with OEM pads.

I used the search function here and Google to research what to get. However, if you don't want to go through those steps and take my word for it... OEM pads are the way to go, but slotted rotors might wear pads down quicker. Pads that are drilled and/or slotted have some advantages (cooling, water clearing, etc.), but solid metal rotors have more surface for more stopping power.

[mhill]

I was totally set on getting the drilled and slotted rotors and aftermarket pads. Until I called Merlin and talked to him. In his opinion the brakes on the VX are overkill for the little machine. They are more than adequate and he suggested keeping the stock rotors. If anything upgrade to the steel braided brake lines. I know there are a lot of people who have had success with other set ups on here so like everything else it comes down to what you think is better. As for pads I use OEM. Just because someone I trust once told me to, so I always do on all my vehicles. Good luck! This is the kind of stuff that makes the VX and the forum so much fun!

[nocturnalVX]

I was totally set on getting the drilled and slotted rotors and aftermarket pads. Until I called Merlin and talked to him. In his opinion the brakes on the VX are overkill for the little machine. They are more than adequate and he suggested keeping the stock rotors.

But the drilled ones look so cool...

[mhill]

But the drilled ones look so cool...

I know!! but then I got those big ol wheels you cant see through anyways!

[tom4bren]

I know!! but then I got those big ol wheels you cant see through anyways!

X2

[Triathlete]

But the drilled ones look so cool...

They all look the same when covered in dirt and mud!

[circmand]

They have worked great slotted keeps the heat down. But at the weight of our little VX I do not think you can overdo it when it comes to brakes. Of course there is nothing wrong with the OEM pads either just a little pricey

[BeeVenom]

Hey STEFAN!
I used R1 Concepts rotors and EBC pads and the cost was so reasonable AND the quality was/is excellent! I'm so pleased with the results! BELOW is a previous POST i did a while back about them with part #'s and so on. My cost for parts was less than $700......Whoa!
Take Care and make your brakes the BEST!
Scott R1 Concepts for me!

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Go with R1 Concepts! Great product. I posted about them back on 1/23/11 and I had my 'bee' out a couple of times lately since the weather is breaking around here in my part of MI. I got a great price and did other stuff like bearings, seals, while I was at it. I'm EXTREMELY HAPPY with the results AND they were very affordable. I also used silver 'high heat' paint on the non-machined surfaces and used 'proton yello' on the calipers to match my
'bee' . Looks cool! Look for the 'deals' as they come up 'on-n-off' at R1.

Below is my orignal post:

New Rotor and Brake Pad Install - It's Great!

I just finally replaced my stock rotors with R1 Concepts Cross-Drilled/Slotted Rotors front (#EDS-43013) and rear (#EDS-43015). Since I typically lay up my VX during the winter months this was a great time to get this done. I used Hi-Temp 1200 degree paint on all the non-machined rotor areas and decided to use the EBC 'Ultimax' SUV performance pads too (#UD579-FRONT/#UD580-REAR). Went and replaced inner/outer bearings, races, and seals while I was at it and I could not be happier with this combination! The Bee stops unbelieveaby better! Total cost for parts, paint, etc. was less than $700.
It was the best procrastination I ever subjected myself to in recent history. I usually take 'forever' to make decisions on stuff like this. If you're considering brake upgrades for the VX, this is a great combo!