Just purchased the 03 R53, and hopefully i can meet more mini guys here
question.. its time to me to get the new brake pads for my R53, any recommandation?
thanks!

 

Ceramic pads don't produce brake dust like the cheapos. Welcome to the family and enjoy your ride! I have not kept a mini long enough to replace pads so I don't know but that's what I have read. There is a wealth of knowledge here.
Enjoy!

 

Do a search in the forums for break pads. I just read a recommendation a few days ago but I can't remember where it was (since I don't need them yet).

 

Welcome freeland169 to NAM-land from MAD-town, WI. Where do you live?

Ceramic pads are the preferred replacement option.

Down-shifting will make the pads last longer...

 

1st of all, thanks for the quick reply for all the NAM members, and i did research the brake pad in here... I probably will go for EBC or Axxis Ultimates ( I tried the Axxis on my 02 WRX before)
at the meanwhile, I saw some NAM members mentioned about the brake pad warning sensor. I want to know what's about it, and does it mean I do not have to replace the brake pad if the warning light does not turn on yet. My warning light does not turn on yet, but i do hear the sound from the brake pad!!!

 

Brake wear warning sensor? must have been bundled with the option for muffler bearings.

 

There is a warning diagnostic on the onboard computer that will alert you when your brake pads are worn down too far. If the sensor trips there is a reset procedure that you'll have to look up (if you replace the pads/rotors by yourself). Bottom line: Catch it before the sensor trips.