KTM 390 Duke: Replaced Ceramic brake pads with cheaper organic ones

Crank1 ceramic brake pads lasted for around 9k kms and 11 months. I remember purchasing them for 2k for both front and rear.

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Odometer:26063km

Front brake pads were due for replacement and I switched to stock organic ones for the time being. These would last for around 6k kms which translates to them functioning till the next service. I realised even the rear was almost done during replacement but since I had purchased only front brake pads, I haven't replaced the rear ones.

Crank1 ceramic brake pads lasted for around 9k kms and 11 months. I remember purchasing them for 2k for both front and rear. Decent performance, but I am not sure if it is worth the spend now if I look back. I mean, in the long run, I couldn't really notice any major difference in braking performance. My disc used to squeak at times. I am not sure if I should get a ceramic set again or continue with organic ones. I am not too keen on sintered pads as they are way too expensive and I don't like to keep a staggered setup(i.e. sintered on the front and organic/ceramic at the rear).

Some photos for reference:

Condition of the brake pads after 9k km

Comparo with the new ones

Oh yes, I also got this sticker on the tank:

Usage has fallen drastically, I am only using the bike for rides. I am thinking of using the bike at least twice a week from now on to keep the battery alive.

Regards,

Saikishor

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