RP-1 + RP-X Racing Pads | Tech Talks - EBC Brakes' Pad Compounds

TIME STAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
1:01 - What are RP-1 and RP-X?
2:02 - Can you use these pads on the road anywhere?
2:27 - Should people expect some noise and dust from these pads?
3:24 - What is it that separates these two pads?
4:23 - What differentiates these two pads from EBC Brakes' road-legal range of pads?
5:24 - What type of cars are people going to be using these pads for?
5:54 - Can you use any type of disc/rotor with these pads?
6:42 - What is the bedding-in procedure for these pads?
TECH TALKS
Welcome to EBC Brakes' 'Tech Talks' series, where we look at each of our friction materials in more detail.
Watch as R&D Manager, Steve Payne, talks us through the technical details of our product lines, whilst addressing common myths and queries in the process.
RP-1 & RP-X
This time, it's the turn of EBC Brakes Racing's RP-1 and RP-X pads to be put under the spotlight. These are both track-only compounds designed solely with performance in mind, making them fantastic choices for track days and racing.
Find out more about EBC's racing products here: ebcbrakes.com/racing-products/

[@Sparkplugsteve]

Iv been eagerly awaiting this video and it was worth it. Thanks for the mention and I honestly love these pads and I'm so grateful you released them at a price that's very affordable. 👍

[@mattcook160285]

Using my RP-1 on 24th for the first time at Snetterton. Looking forward to see how they perform.

[@dailydrivenmuscle.]

How did they work.

[@jameswilson8820]

How well did the pads work

[@mattcook160285]

They were OK but with a light car took ages to get to temp and bite. Think the rpx would probably better suit my car tbh.

[@SOCIALLYDRIVEN]

Only just got round to watching this but it was definitely worth the watch! Need to try these 😎

[@EBCBrakesUK]

Our UK retailers currently have an offer running on these where you buy one and get to try the other free 👍🏻

[@tombarnes2652]

If i'm runnin rpx on the front (sprints from cold) what are the best compound to run on the rear? (what has the lowest cold bite?) as RPX arn't available for my rear brakes by the looks of it.

[@EBCBrakesUK]

Hi Tom, it all depends on what vehicle you are running these on. If you contact < [e-mail] > someone will be able to help you further. 👌

[@evcass69]

Are rp-1, rp-x & yellowstuff compound compatible? I.e., can I use the same set of rotors with these compounds, and not lose the transfer layer, nor have to re-bed?

[@EBCBrakesUK]

Hi, that's probably a question for our technical support team. You can reach them at [e-mail]

[@allenx71]

I have a hellcat Durango and I need it as I am racing it in motor cross in the Middle East. Would love to have them.

[@EBCBrakesUK]

We do have RPs for the 2021 SRT Hellcat (6.2L Supercharged). We would recommend RP-X for this application, part number is DP82400RPX

[@adrianc101]

I’m currently using the RP-1 pads on my Cayman. They’re a great pad. Very strong & never fading but I do get some judder when they get really hot. What steps should I take to reduce it?

[@EBCBrakesUK]

Hi Adrian, please get in contact with Someone will be able to help you with this.

[@jacolee5596]

So do I. So did you solve it?

[@adrianc101]

@@jacolee5596 Yeah, pad deposits is my guess, just keep going and keep braking hard and it eventually goes.

[@jameswilson8820]

Why didn't you use the rpx pads

[@adrianc101]

@@jameswilson8820 So I’ve used both RP-1 and RP-X. Both phenomenal. Both have their pros & cons. RP-X works fully from cold and brake harder but I found them to be super sharp and bite too hard. So I’ve since gone back to RP-1 which are useless from cold. They take a few hard brakes to get up to temperature but they’re much easier to modulate on track and last longer.

[@bigpjo1706]

Will the noise on rpx get away after some time?

[@EBCBrakesUK]

Hi, yes the noise will go away after some time. If you need anymore information on about the characteristics of this pad then please email [e-mail]

[@jesusmayorga9439]

Can you use these in the USA for street use ?

[@EBCBrakesUK]

RP-1 - RP 1 is not R90 homologated for public road use within Europe and is therefore illegal for use on the public road. Unlike some other race pads on the market, RP 1 offers a usable cold friction of 0.35μ below 100℃ meaning it can be safely used as a road pad for non European markets where Reg 90 homologation is not mandatory. RP-X - RP X is not R90 homologated for use on the public roads in Europe, the fact this material possesses excellent cold performance means RP X can be safely used for driving to/from motorsport events in non European markets where Reg 90 homologation is not mandatory.