Thread: How long does OEM brake pads last for DD?
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Old 09-10-2019, 08:14 AM   #7
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Originally Posted by ermax View Post
.. I don't have first hand experience with the AT in the twins but I believe 2-6th are locked (as in don't free wheel) so the car should engine brake when lifting so brake wear would be similar to the MT. Maybe someone can chime in that has an AT Twin.
Correct. My original pads were changed with my 3rd set of tires, so it was at about 140,000 miles. Did need front rotors but back were fine.

My driving is what I would classify as "rural", not exactly city, not exactly highway.
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