Description
EBC Brakes Racing’s dedicated motorsport pad RP-1™ pairs high-performance with unprecedented modulation and control, resulting in a track pad that feels uniquely different to the competition and allows drivers to extract every last tenth from each and every braking zone.
RP-1™ Features
- Made 100% in EBC Brakes’ Bristol, UK pad factory
- Stainless steel backing plates (reduced heat conduction, no paint)
- Backplates feature Nucap® NRS® hook pad retention system
- Good pad life with excellent disc life
- NOT R90 approved for road use in European markets
- Made with Nucap NRS hooks on backplates to totally eliminate the chance of pad debond
Unprecedented Modulation & Control
Designed for vehicles driven hard on track, RP-1™ possesses a moderately high friction level of 0.45 between 100 – 750°C (200 – 1400°F). The more progressive response characteristic of RP-1™ makes it well suited for inherently ‘over-servoed’ vehicles where a softer pad material is desirable to allow greater finesse when on the brakes.
RP-1™ also works superbly when used with many competitors (non-EBC) Big Brake Kits, where the more progressive pad response helps to negate the over-servoed sensation often experienced after fitment of larger diameter brake discs and calipers with large piston displacements.
EBC Racing would like to emphasise that it is not a case of RP-1™ being ‘less good’ than RP-X™, rather it is ‘different’ and designed to provide a distinctly different response characteristic (less aggressive bite) which some drivers may prefer.
For a detailed comparison between the 2 materials, please read the following article where we aim to help you make an informed choice on which material is likely to work best for your application and individual driving style.
EBC RP‑1 Brake Pads - Track / HPDE Evaluation
Designed for track and motorsport use, the RP‑1 delivers consistent bite, strong fade resistance, and excellent modulation across extended sessions. They are gentle on rotors compared to other race compounds, making them ideal for club HPDE drivers, light to mid-weight sports cars, and big brake kit setups.
Who This Pad Is For
- Club and HPDE drivers who want strong, consistent braking without harsh snap bite
- Light to mid‑weight sports cars and track builds where modulation and control are priorities
- Big Brake Kit setups that benefit from a smoother pedal signature
- Drivers who run frequent track days and value rotor life and consistent feel
Who Might Prefer Something Else
- Very heavy cars or full‑on sprint/competition classes that demand maximum initial bite and highest friction levels (consider something like EBC RP‑X or a higher‑temp compound).