Mugen Sports Front Brake Pad Type Sports Honda Civic Type R FL5 23+
Mugen’s Type-S “Sports” brake pads are a front pad set for the FL5 Civic Type R, designed for fast road driving, winding roads and mini-circuit use.
They balance good control with the fade resistance needed for spirited driving, making them a strong upgrade for fast road and occasional track use.
Specifications
- Type: Type-S “Sports”
- Axle: Front, left and right set
- Intended use: Fast road driving, winding roads and mini-circuit use
- Fitting time: approx. 0.5 hours
Key Features
- Designed for fast road driving, winding roads and mini-circuit use
- Good control and fade resistance
- Suited to road and light track use
- Front left and right set
- Developed by Mugen for the FL5
What’s in the Box?
- Front brake pad set, left and right
Fitment
- Honda Civic Type R FL5
Not suitable for: the standard Civic FL (non-Type R), or earlier Civic Type R models such as the FK8 and FK2.
Installation
Mugen quotes approx. 0.5 hours to fit. Check the discs are in good condition, then bed the new pads in gradually with progressively harder stops before using them hard. Brakes are safety-critical, so fitting by a qualified technician is recommended.
Type-S or Type-C?
Type-S suits fast road, winding roads and mini circuits. Type-C is for circuit and high-load use. See the Type-C version.
Should I fit the same type front and rear?
Yes, we recommend matching types front and rear. The matching set is 43022-XNRC-K000.
Do they need bedding in?
Yes. Bed them in gradually with progressively harder stops before using them hard.
Can I use them on the road?
They are designed for the FL5’s standard brakes. They suit everyday and fast road use.
Part reference
- 45022-XNRC-K000
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