BMW 1 Series (E82/E88) Performance Brake Pads 8595

PBS Performance Brake Pads – BMW 1 Series E82 / E88

Upgrade the braking performance of your BMW 1 Series E82 or E88 with PBS Performance Brake Pads, developed for demanding fast-road, trackday and motorsport use.

The PBS 8595 pad is available in ProRace and ProTrack compounds, giving you a choice between a more aggressive track-focused setup and a more progressive option for mixed road and circuit use.

Both compounds are designed to provide strong pedal feel, consistent braking performance and reliable operation across a wide temperature range.

Developed for Performance Driving

PBS brake pads are designed for repeated high-temperature braking and demanding performance applications.

Potential benefits include:

• Strong braking response
• Consistent performance
• Good pedal feel
• Reliable high-temperature capability
• Good rotor life
• Low dust relative to their performance capability
• Strong hot and cold performance

PBS ProRace

ProRace is a ceramic graphite compound developed for serious track and race applications.

It provides strong initial bite combined with excellent control and pedal feel, making it a popular choice for regular trackday cars and competition builds.

Friction coefficient:

• 0.36–0.58 Mu

Working temperature:

• 0–800°C

ProRace is particularly well suited to:

• Regular track days
• Time attack
• Circuit racing
• Sprint use
• Rally applications
• Drivers wanting stronger initial bite

ProRace Characteristics

• Strong initial bite
• Excellent control
• Good pedal feel
• Wide operating temperature range
• Suitable for repeated hard braking
• Track and race focused performance

PBS ProTrack

ProTrack is a ceramic metallic compound with a milder initial bite than ProRace.

It is designed for drivers who want strong braking performance while retaining a more progressive response.

Friction coefficient:

• 0.40–0.48 Mu

Working temperature:

• 0–700°C

ProTrack is particularly well suited to:

• Fast-road driving
• Occasional track days
• Wet conditions
• Lower-grip tyre applications
• Drivers wanting reduced noise and dust

ProTrack Characteristics

• Milder initial bite than ProRace
• Progressive braking response
• Excellent control and pedal feel
• Suitable from cold
• Lower noise and dust
• Strong option for mixed road and track use

Which PBS Compound Should I Choose?

Choose ProRace if you want:

• Stronger initial bite
• Higher-temperature capability
• More track-focused performance
• A pad suited to repeated heavy braking

Choose ProTrack if you want:

• A more progressive pedal feel
• Fast-road and occasional track use
• Better suitability for wet conditions
• Reduced noise and dust

Vehicle Fitment

Designed for selected:

• BMW 1 Series E82 Coupe
• BMW 1 Series E88 Convertible

Exact fitment can vary by model, engine and brake specification, so compatibility should always be confirmed before ordering.

Product Reference

PBS Part Number: 8595

Available compounds:

• ProRace
• ProTrack

Professional Installation Recommended

Professional installation is recommended.

Brake pads should be fitted correctly and bedded in according to the appropriate procedure before demanding road or track use.

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