So you want better brake on your R100GS, why not a 4-pot Brembo???? - Page 2

luxlogs · 01-13-2013, 07:35 AM

I first searched for Galfer Green Pads FD 198G 1532 and didn't come up with any results. Then I looked for BMW calipers that fit on both the K1100 as well as the R1100 looking for part #'s because we all know the first question we get asked is what make year and model. Not having that, we need part #'s. Part guys don't understand doing anything thats not stock. If its not on the fifch it doesn't fit your bike, or so I have been told.

Never seen a rotor tool like that before, may have to try that out.

PS, If two pots stop you real good than 4 pots stop you real real good. Do the math.

One Less Harley · 01-13-2013, 10:44 AM

One caliper left as of 1/13/13

When calling for parts I just look for a 1993 K1100RS, as that's a bike I had and uses the correct pad. BMW may spec out different pads for say the R12C or R1100GS.

Try Galfer green FD198 G1651, Happy Trails list them. the p/n I gave earlier was what was on my last set.

Another reason I like the Galfer pads is they have spring clips (see pict below) for the brake pin. Some other pads don't.

KeithW · 01-14-2013, 04:04 PM

Do they fit 05 GSPD. Sorry for asking but I have been away from BMW's for awhile. If they do fit I want ONE put my name on it and contact me.

KeithW · 01-14-2013, 04:06 PM

That is 1995 GSPD I did not proof read good.

KeithW

One Less Harley · 01-15-2013, 04:27 PM

The caliper will fit 1987-95 R100GS's that have the OEM fork.

One Less Harley · 01-30-2013, 09:16 AM

Here's the differences between Brembo, Galfer and some other unknown brand. Notice the spring clip for the brake pin on the Brembo and Galfer. The other unknown pad doesn't have the spring clip. When searching replacing pads make sure it has the clip. I think this may help prevent brake squeal. Also notice the Brembo has three groves and the Galfer has one grove in the pad material. Again it's my belief this helps the pad preform better by allowing gasses to escape during hard braking. The unknown brand doesn't have this either.

spuh · 02-10-2013, 09:45 PM

Next time you come across more of these buried treasures, pls let me know.

johnalex · 04-08-2013, 04:38 PM

Has anyone tried these pads?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Semi-Metalli...47178d&vxp=mtr

One Less Harley · 04-08-2013, 05:32 PM

The Galfer seems to be the preferred pad among most people. That's all I use now. Why don't you buy them and let us know...lol. Those do have the little spring clip for the brake pins that's nice to see. They're $19 about half of what others cost, so who knows??

johnalex · 04-10-2013, 03:05 PM

Is this the proper hose to order from Rennsport Auto Parts?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Motorcycle-S...item5d3cff5705

darklight79 · 05-13-2013, 12:20 PM

??? Sez as of 1/30/13 one avail whats the status today?

One Less Harley · 05-13-2013, 01:04 PM

still don't have any as of 5/13/2013

when the road bends · 05-16-2013, 10:13 AM

I'll take one too if these become available again, please

darklight79 · 06-01-2013, 09:53 AM

theres been a few cores out there . I actually found one cheap enuff to experiment with ...So with regards to machining 4inch grinder with a thin wheel or something elaborate Like a bastard file a six pack and a caliper Theres a guy on ebay with five of them in la area

windypoint · 06-01-2013, 10:10 AM

I am also interested when you come across more of the calipers. Thanks, Ken

01-13-2013, 07:35 AM	#16
luxlogs Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Nov 2010 Location: Joliet IL Oddometer: 218	I first searched for Galfer Green Pads FD 198G 1532 and didn't come up with any results. Then I looked for BMW calipers that fit on both the K1100 as well as the R1100 looking for part #'s because we all know the first question we get asked is what make year and model. Not having that, we need part #'s. Part guys don't understand doing anything thats not stock. If its not on the fifch it doesn't fit your bike, or so I have been told. Never seen a rotor tool like that before, may have to try that out. PS, If two pots stop you real good than 4 pots stop you real real good. Do the math. __________________ *ABC # 11808* *74 911S* *87 TW200* *82 R65LS* *92 R100GS*

01-13-2013, 10:44 AM	#17
One Less Harley ^OP OH.THAT'S GONNA HURT Joined: Nov 2006 Location: Bowling Green, Ky Oddometer: 3,924	One caliper left as of 1/13/13 When calling for parts I just look for a 1993 K1100RS, as that's a bike I had and uses the correct pad. BMW may spec out different pads for say the R12C or R1100GS. Try Galfer green FD198 G1651, Happy Trails list them. the p/n I gave earlier was what was on my last set. Another reason I like the Galfer pads is they have spring clips (see pict below) for the brake pin. Some other pads don't. __________________ 2004 BMW R1150RS 1984 BMW R80G/S (wrenching index) 2003 Suzuki DRZ 400S (TAT Prep) One More DRZ does the TAT (Ride Report) One Less Harley screwed with this post 01-13-2013 at 06:45 PM

01-14-2013, 04:04 PM	#18
KeithW AIRHEAD Joined: Dec 2012 Location: Magnolia Oddometer: 5	brake mods Do they fit 05 GSPD. Sorry for asking but I have been away from BMW's for awhile. If they do fit I want ONE put my name on it and contact me.

01-14-2013, 04:06 PM	#19
KeithW AIRHEAD Joined: Dec 2012 Location: Magnolia Oddometer: 5	brake mods That is 1995 GSPD I did not proof read good. KeithW

01-15-2013, 04:27 PM	#20
One Less Harley ^OP OH.THAT'S GONNA HURT Joined: Nov 2006 Location: Bowling Green, Ky Oddometer: 3,924	The caliper will fit 1987-95 R100GS's that have the OEM fork. __________________ 2004 BMW R1150RS 1984 BMW R80G/S (wrenching index) 2003 Suzuki DRZ 400S (TAT Prep) One More DRZ does the TAT (Ride Report)

01-30-2013, 09:16 AM	#21
One Less Harley ^OP OH.THAT'S GONNA HURT Joined: Nov 2006 Location: Bowling Green, Ky Oddometer: 3,924	Here's the differences between Brembo, Galfer and some other unknown brand. Notice the spring clip for the brake pin on the Brembo and Galfer. The other unknown pad doesn't have the spring clip. When searching replacing pads make sure it has the clip. I think this may help prevent brake squeal. Also notice the Brembo has three groves and the Galfer has one grove in the pad material. Again it's my belief this helps the pad preform better by allowing gasses to escape during hard braking. The unknown brand doesn't have this either. __________________ 2004 BMW R1150RS 1984 BMW R80G/S (wrenching index) 2003 Suzuki DRZ 400S (TAT Prep) One More DRZ does the TAT (Ride Report)

02-10-2013, 09:45 PM	#22
spuh n00b Joined: Apr 2012 Oddometer: 7	Next find Next time you come across more of these buried treasures, pls let me know.

04-08-2013, 04:38 PM	#23
johnalex Rider of rides. Joined: Aug 2005 Location: Los Angeles Oddometer: 42	eBay pads? Has anyone tried these pads? http://www.ebay.com/itm/Semi-Metalli...47178d&vxp=mtr __________________ JohnA in LA 00 Pegaso - SOLD 01 RSVR - Sport tourer 98 VFR - 128,000 miles 89 BMW R100GS

04-08-2013, 05:32 PM	#24
One Less Harley ^OP OH.THAT'S GONNA HURT Joined: Nov 2006 Location: Bowling Green, Ky Oddometer: 3,924	The Galfer seems to be the preferred pad among most people. That's all I use now. Why don't you buy them and let us know...lol. Those do have the little spring clip for the brake pins that's nice to see. They're $19 about half of what others cost, so who knows?? __________________ 2004 BMW R1150RS 1984 BMW R80G/S (wrenching index) 2003 Suzuki DRZ 400S (TAT Prep) One More DRZ does the TAT (Ride Report)

04-10-2013, 03:05 PM	#25
johnalex Rider of rides. Joined: Aug 2005 Location: Los Angeles Oddometer: 42	Stainless brake line Is this the proper hose to order from Rennsport Auto Parts? http://www.ebay.com/itm/Motorcycle-S...item5d3cff5705 __________________ JohnA in LA 00 Pegaso - SOLD 01 RSVR - Sport tourer 98 VFR - 128,000 miles 89 BMW R100GS

05-13-2013, 12:20 PM	#26
darklight79 RAD WASTE Joined: Jun 2010 Location: Eureka ,Calif Oddometer: 302	Any available ??? Sez as of 1/30/13 one avail whats the status today?

05-13-2013, 01:04 PM	#27
One Less Harley ^OP OH.THAT'S GONNA HURT Joined: Nov 2006 Location: Bowling Green, Ky Oddometer: 3,924	still don't have any as of 5/13/2013 __________________ 2004 BMW R1150RS 1984 BMW R80G/S (wrenching index) 2003 Suzuki DRZ 400S (TAT Prep) One More DRZ does the TAT (Ride Report)

05-16-2013, 10:13 AM	#28
when the road bends hello Joined: Oct 2007 Location: Seattle Oddometer: 452	I'll take one too if these become available again, please __________________ Roads? Where we're going, we don't need roads.

06-01-2013, 09:53 AM	#29
darklight79 RAD WASTE Joined: Jun 2010 Location: Eureka ,Calif Oddometer: 302	Filings?? theres been a few cores out there . I actually found one cheap enuff to experiment with ...So with regards to machining 4inch grinder with a thin wheel or something elaborate Like a bastard file a six pack and a caliper Theres a guy on ebay with five of them in la area

06-01-2013, 10:10 AM	#30
windypoint Adventurer Joined: Feb 2012 Location: Tucson/Haines, AK Oddometer: 57	I am also interested when you come across more of the calipers. Thanks, Ken

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