Better brake pads - EBC or OEM?

[jcm3]

Been doing tons of searches both on here and on the web, but just a onesy - twosy response here or there.  

Anyone tried both and have any input?  My gut says go with EBC, since I imagine that technology has improved over time.  But I did find one post where one guy says OEM works better, dissipates heat better, etc (harder on rotors, though).  I just bought an EBC oversized rotor kit so I want to go with good pads and am looking for some validation.  

I can find brand new OEM pads on eBay for 19.99, EBC's for 24.99.  They are within $5 of each other (OEM pads vs the EBC race sintered pads) so price is not a consideration.
  
Thanks for any input!

[alward25]

When it comes to brakes, any aftermarket is an upgrade.  I run the tusk sintered metal and I get just as much life and braking as the expensive EBC or Galfer. I just changed my rear pads on my race bike and they have been on for 1.5 years.  That is 2 6hr, 2 12hr, 1 Devil's Head ISDE, 1 24hr and a crap ton of riding in the middle.  So, use what makes you happy.

[jcm3]

When it comes to brakes, any aftermarket is an upgrade.  I run the tusk sintered metal and I get just as much life and braking as the expensive EBC or Galfer. I just changed my rear pads on my race bike and they have been on for 1.5 years.  That is 2 6hr, 2 12hr, 1 Devil's Head ISDE, 1 24hr and a crap ton of riding in the middle.  So, use what makes you happy.

Good info, thank you.  I just checked them on eBay, and they are about the same cost as stock, so there isn't a significant difference in price between any of them.   Maybe I'll pick the color I'd like, maybe burnt sienna?   

[alward25]

I get them for about $7 maybe that's why I don't care so much.

[Foxx4Beaver]

I was reading up on brake pads on here last year to see who was using what...one of the older gurus, KXcam22 maybe...suggested the Renthal RC series pads.
I bought a set of front and rears last spring, and they're still about 50%.
Take into consideration I only ride in damp cool conditions...I won't ride when it's over 80 degrees and dry/dusty.
Before trying a set of the Renthals, I used the EBC for years.

http://www.renthal.com/shop/fit-my-bike?activetab=BP

[jcm3]

I get them for about $7 maybe that's why I don't care so much.

Wow, I'd be getting those in that case also.  Very cheap!

[jcm3]

I was reading up on brake pads on here last year to see who was using what...one of the older gurus, KXcam22 maybe...suggested the Renthal RC series pads.
I bought a set of front and rears last spring, and they're still about 50%.
Take into consideration I only ride in damp cool conditions...I won't ride when it's over 80 degrees and dry/dusty.
Before trying a set of the Renthals, I used the EBC for years.

Another good option.  I just ordered the EBC sintered brake pads, but may try these and the Tusk brake pads the next few times so I can compare.