I have a 2000 SV650 and need to replace the front and rear brake pads. I need and estimate to see how much it will cost at a shop so that I am not over charged. Thank you.
Changing Motorcycle Brake Pads
$90 an hour plus parts. Parts marked up 5%. An additional 10% of total bill for warranty. Don't forget to tip your mechanic. Taxes and disposal fees extra. Your looking at $220-$350 or for the price of the pads and a manual, about $110 [depending on which pads you choose] you could do this yer own self.
I've never seen a fee for a manual at a shop, but around 200-275 sounds about right. The reason being is shop prices are 80-90 bucks per hour. A set of front and rear pads for a SV will cost about 80-100 bucks, and are a pretty easy install. In a shop you'll probably pay for 1-1 1/2 hours of labor, and shop fees, and OEM pads.
