Full Brake Kit - Front & Rear
The stock OEM McLaren pads are perfectly fine for the road. However if you're starting to go on track or your on-road driving is, let's say, somewhat spirited, they can become a little bit of a liability.
As you would expect from a road-designed pad, they wear very quickly when used beyond normal road driving. This wear unfortunately is not just isolated to the pad but also accelerates wear of the ceramic discs — and those discs are not cheap to replace.
By switching to a track/road designed pad — Pagid RSC1 being my preference — you get a pad engineered for more aggressive driving that is, by design, significantly kinder to both the pad itself and those expensive ceramic discs.
RSC1 Compound – Key Characteristics
- Specifically engineered for use with ceramic brake discs
- Kind to discs — the RSC1 compound is notably gentler on carbon ceramic discs compared to OEM pads, helping to extend disc life considerably
- Flat friction curve over a wide temperature range — predictable, consistent braking feel
- Medium initial bite with medium friction level — confidence-inspiring without being aggressive
- Suitable for track day and spirited road use
Pagid RSC1 pads are an excellent all-round performer. If your driving is more road than track, these are a great choice. If you're doing serious track mileage and want maximum performance alongside disc protection, also consider the Endless CCD-A pads which offer stronger outright performance but at a higher price point.
Please note: This is a full kit — front and rear pads. It is not possible to mix pad compounds front to rear. Bedding in is crucial — please follow the correct bedding-in process carefully.
Pagid RSC1 brake pads are designed for competition / off-road use.
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