Speed is the fun part of a Maverick Turbo 1000. Slowing it down is the part nobody thinks about until the pedal starts to feel soft. Once you add bigger tires, extra accessories and a passenger, the brakes are hauling down a lot more than they were designed for at the factory.
That is why we make Wild Boar Brass Brake Pads for the Can-Am Maverick Turbo 1000 (All Models, 2016-2017). They are a full set built for these model years.
Big tires change the math
A taller, heavier tire carries more rotating mass, and it gives the brakes less leverage at the ground. That means each stop takes more work from the pads. Add bumpers, a roof, a winch and gear in the bed and the Maverick is heavier still. More work means more heat and faster pad wear, especially on long downhill runs.
Why brass pads
Brass pads are a common pick for riders who push their machines hard and ride in nasty conditions. The harder metallic material is built for durability, and it holds up well when the brakes are packed with mud and soaked by water. For a Maverick Turbo that sees both high speed and messy trails, that is a good combination.
Brass pads can make a little more noise than some softer compounds, but most riders who work their machines hard consider that a fair trade for pads that last through mud season.
Signs it is time for new pads
Do not wait until you hear grinding. Check your pads if you notice any of these:
- Longer stopping distances than you are used to
- Squealing or scraping noises
- The machine pulling to one side under braking
- Thin or glazed friction material when you pull a wheel
Replacing a full set keeps braking even at all four corners, which matters on a fast, heavy machine.
Riders who spend a lot of time in mud should check pads more often than the ones who mostly ride dry, hard-packed trails.
Fitment and install notes
These pads are listed for all 2016-2017 Can-Am Maverick Turbo 1000 models. Confirm your year before ordering, and inspect the rotors while you are in there, since badly worn rotors will shorten the life of new pads. Bed the pads in with a series of moderate stops before hard riding. If you have questions, call the Wild Boar team at 850-912-4350.
