AP RACING Racing sintered Front Brake Pads for HONDA CR 125, CR 250, CR 500, XR 250, XR 600 1987-1995

On HONDA CR 125, CR 250, CR 500, XR 250, XR 600 from 1987 to 1995, the AP RACING LMP203ORR set of brake pads fits in place of the original part. Pressed against the disc by the caliper, the pads turn the bike's energy into heat. Their friction material wears a little with every stop, and even faster in muddy conditions.

Specifications

• Brand: AP RACING
• Manufacturer part number: LMP203ORR
• EAN code: 5700757009961
• Compound: sintered metal

When to replace it?

• Friction material worn below the minimum thickness in the manual (often 1 to 2 mm), or wear groove gone.
• Metallic grinding noise when braking.
• Lever or pedal going further, brakes with less bite.

Check pad thickness before every ride, especially in muddy conditions. Never wait for metal-to-metal contact: it scores the disc within a few stops.

Fitting tips

1. Push the caliper pistons back while keeping an eye on the brake fluid level in the reservoir, which will rise.
2. Clean the caliper and the pad pin, and replace the pin if it's marked.
3. Fit the pads with their spring or clip, the right way round, then pump the lever or pedal until you get normal travel back.
4. Check the condition of the disc: a disc that's too thin or warped wears out new pads.
5. Bed in the pads with a dozen progressive stops before riding hard.

Why AP RACING?

AP Racing, based in Coventry, is the name given in 1970 to the competition division of Automotive Products, a company founded in London in 1920. In motorcycling, the brand launched the first commercially available racing disc brake as early as 1966, and MV Agusta won the 1973 500 cc world title with its brakes, the first title ever won on disc brakes.

Spare parts and items to plan

• Brake disc : TRW · BRAKING
• Brake fluid : MOTUL 500 ml · MOTUL 5 L

Frequently asked questions

Sintered or organic?
Sintered (metallic) pads last longer and stay effective in mud and water: they're the benchmark for motocross and enduro. Organic pads are gentler on the disc and bite well from cold.

Should both sides be changed?
Always replace the complete set for a given caliper, and check the disc while you're at it.

Compatibility

Check the exact model and year of your bike in the list below before ordering.

Fits:
HONDA CR 125 1994
HONDA CR 125 1993
HONDA CR 125 1992
HONDA CR 125 1991
HONDA CR 125 1990
HONDA CR 125 1989
HONDA CR 125 1988
HONDA CR 125 1987
HONDA CR 250 1994
HONDA CR 250 1993
HONDA CR 250 1992
HONDA CR 250 1991
HONDA CR 250 1990
HONDA CR 250 1989
HONDA CR 250 1988
HONDA CR 250 1987
HONDA CR 500 1994
HONDA CR 500 1993
HONDA CR 500 1992
HONDA CR 500 1991
HONDA CR 500 1990
HONDA CR 500 1989
HONDA CR 500 1988
HONDA CR 500 1987
HONDA XR 250 1995
HONDA XR 250 1994
HONDA XR 250 1993
HONDA XR 250 1992
HONDA XR 250 1991
HONDA XR 250 1990
HONDA XR 250 1989
HONDA XR 250 1988
HONDA XR 600 1992
HONDA XR 600 1991
HONDA XR 600 1990
HONDA XR 600 1989
HONDA XR 600 1988