• Front race pad set
• RP-1 progressive-feel compound
• Exceptionally low disc wear versus competitor race materials
• Direct-fit replacement, no modification required

RP-1: Built for Low Disc Wear and Real Modulation

RP-1 boasts good pad life, but its standout characteristic is exceptionally low disc wear, lower than virtually all other competitor race materials EBC has tested. That translates into a progressive pedal feel with genuinely unrivalled modulation rather than the snatchy bite or high noise levels often associated with other race pads on the market. Compared to EBC's other track pad, RP-X, RP-1 has a 25 percent reduction in friction coefficient across its working temperature range, which actually makes it the more suitable choice for light-to-medium weight cars, cars without an EBC Big Brake Kit fitted, or vehicles with no ABS. It's a compound built around control and consistency rather than outright bite.

Choosing Between RP-1 and RP-X

For heavy or inherently under-servoed vehicles that suit a more aggressive pad, EBC's other track material, RP-X, may be the better choice instead. The two compounds are genuinely designed for different applications rather than one simply being a "better" version of the other, so matching the compound to your car's weight and brake setup matters more than chasing the most aggressive option by default. RP-1's lower friction coefficient and smoother modulation make it the easier pad to drive consistently, especially for cars without ABS to compensate for an overly grabby pedal. It's the kind of detail EBC backs up with actual testing rather than just claims.

Straight From Subispeed

A great choice for 2002-2008 WRX / 2005-2008 STI if you want progressive, predictable track pedal feel with genuinely low disc wear rather than maximum outright bite.

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