Galfer Wave Rotor on FZR1000 rear wheel.

[Firehawk068]

The rear pads were absolutely worn out! So it was time to replace, along with the Galfer Wave Rotor that I ordered before the WCR, but didn't arrive in time.




Before pics......




During.............


Installation was a breeze..........A little threadlock on the bolts.......and there we have it!


After pics.............




I also took a couple pics of my solution to the rear brake torque arm with my FZR1000 wheel swap.
The stock one actually fit back on, and had a slight amount of clearance, but was too close for my liking......so I ordered one from this guy.
http://cycleoneoff.com/v-maxpartspage1.html#
They make them for Vmax, but the length was perfect for the FJ. They make them in a variety of styles, and finishes. I chose this one for slightly less weight, and I like the black finish.





I was able to use the stock bolts, and nothing comes close to contacting the master cylinder, or banjo bolts up front there during suspension compression.
I am certain there should be some sort of offset to it, but when torqued down, the rear pads wear pretty flat and straight.
I may address the offset some time in the future, but for now I'll run it as-is. We'll see how these new pads wear.
I also had a slight weight savings with the new rotor.
The stock rotor I took off weighed 3lbs, 1oz.
The Galfer rotor weighs 2lbs, 7oz.

[Grey runner]

Nice looking rotor, I am doing the GSXR rear wheel mop at the moment and would like a galfer to replace the wornout Suzuki disk, and the torque arm looks perfect for the Suzuki setup.

[carsick]

Man, that is purty! How's the brake effort compared to stock?

[Firehawk068]

Rear pedal is definately "right there" when I go to use it.......compared to my long pedal with the worn out pads.
I haven't tried a high-effort stop with it yet, cause i wanted the pads a chance to wear-in for a while before I do....

[wakdady]

that looks awesome!
I'm gonna order that rear brake bar right away for my swap.

What all did you have to do to make that FZR1000 rear wheel swap in?
I want to do this, but have no idea where to start.

[1tinindian]

The rear pads were absolutely worn out! So it was time to replace, along with the Galfer Wave Rotor that I ordered before the WCR, but didn't arrive in time.




Before pics......




During.............


Installation was a breeze..........A little threadlock on the bolts.......and there we have it!


After pics.............




I also took a couple pics of my solution to the rear brake torque arm with my FZR1000 wheel swap.
The stock one actually fit back on, and had a slight amount of clearance, but was too close for my liking......so I ordered one from this guy.
http://cycleoneoff.com/v-maxpartspage1.html#
They make them for Vmax, but the length was perfect for the FJ. They make them in a variety of styles, and finishes. I chose this one for slightly less weight, and I like the black finish.





I was able to use the stock bolts, and nothing comes close to contacting the master cylinder, or banjo bolts up front there during suspension compression.
I am certain there should be some sort of offset to it, but when torqued down, the rear pads wear pretty flat and straight.
I may address the offset some time in the future, but for now I'll run it as-is. We'll see how these new pads wear.
I also had a slight weight savings with the new rotor.
The stock rotor I took off weighed 3lbs, 1oz.
The Galfer rotor weighs 2lbs, 7oz.

Alan, I am using you as my example for this 17" swap and I love the brake bar.
I just ordered mine from the site you suggested, except I got one polished, because I like polished, AND it was on sale! ($30) plus shipping!

Leon

[Brook]

.... Firehawk068,..  Can I ask, from where and how much did the rotor and pads cost ??
                               Thanks, Jeff

[Firehawk068]

.... Firehawk068,..  Can I ask, from where and how much did the rotor and pads cost ??
                               Thanks, Jeff

I bought it from a seller on Ebay.......I believe I paid somewhere around $158.....the shipping was free...

[Travis398]

Nice looking setup Alan, did that rim come from the factory in gold or was it painted, powder coated?

I like the gold 

[Brook]

... Thanks

[Firehawk068]

Nice looking setup Alan, did that rim come from the factory in gold or was it painted, powder coated?

I like the gold 

When I got the wheels, one was painted white.......the other one was painted yellow......
I had them blasted, and powder-coated Gold........Then I set about polishing the lips.....
You wouldn't believe me if i told you how I did it, so you'll just have to read about it here...
http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=1489.0