Are R1 brakes any good?

I went with the drilled and slotted Geomet rotors and the R1 ceramic pads. All said and done I am extremely happy with the results. Performance is great. Definitely notice a difference in the initial bite when braking, nearly bounced my forehead off the steering wheel the first couple of stops.

Where are R1 concepts brakes made?

Orange County California
Headquartered in Orange County California, R1 Concepts is the leading manufacturer and retailer of award winning automotive braking systems, namely high performance cross-drilled brake rotors and ferro-carbon and ceramic pads.

How long do BMW 1 series brake pads last?

How long do BMW brake pads last? BMW brake pads usually last between 30,000 and 70,000 miles depending on your driving habits. If you commute in heavy traffic and use your brakes often, you’ll need to get an inspection more frequently.

How much does BMW charge for brakes?

BMW brake pads can cost anywhere between $150 per axle and $450 per axle depending on the type of brake pad desired. In some rare cases, they can be even more if the manufacturer requires a specific type of brake pad to be ordered for your BMW.

Are r1 concept rotors good?

First – The rotors are great! I’d like to give all 5 stars but these pads cannot be ceramic. To compare at the same time I put high quality ceramic pads on the rear with locally purchased regular style rotors and no dust at all. I have used the drilled and slotted rotors on my Expedition before and really love them.

Whats better slotted or drilled rotors?

Given the choice between drill holes and slots, the drill holes will give you better braking power over slots for normal city/highway driving. This is why high end BMW, Porsche, Corvette, and Mercedes rotors are drilled, not slotted. However, for track racing (high speed stops), slotted rotors are the better choice.

How much does it cost to get 4 brakes and rotors?

Labor at a shop to replace rotors and pads is approximately $150 to $200 per axle. Brake rotor and pad repair generally comes out to around $250 to $500 per axle when visiting a professional shop. Calipers are the most difficult and expensive aspect of the braking system to replace.

How long do r1 concept rotors last?

About 5000 miles and no problem.