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Home / FAQs / What’s the difference between BD03 and BD12? Are they interchangeable?
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What’s the difference between BD03 and BD12? Are they interchangeable?

Both BD03 and BD12 pads are identical in size and braking performance. The only difference is in the tab design—BD03 has a knurled tab for easier handling, while BD12 has a sleeker OEM-style tab. They are fully interchangeable.

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