Brake Pad Calculator — Estimate Brake Pad Life
Estimate brake pad life based on riding conditions, terrain and rider weight.
How We Calculate This
Brake Pad Life Estimation
- Base life: Rim ~3000 km, Disc resin ~2500 km, Disc sintered ~4000 km
- Terrain: Flat (+50%), Mixed (baseline), Hilly (-40%), Mountain (-60%)
- Weight: Under 60 kg (+20%), 60-80 kg (baseline), 80-90 kg (-15%), Over 90 kg (-25%)
- Pad life = Base x Terrain x Weight multiplier
- Months to replacement = Pad life / Monthly distance
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Last updated: February 2026
All calculations are estimates. Always verify results and consult a professional bike fitter where appropriate.