NGage Whisker Ceramic Ultimate+ HB 164 Brake Pads – Interceptor 650, GT 650, Himalayan 450, Guerrilla 450, Super Meteor 650, Shotgun 650 & More

NGage Whisker Ceramic Ultimate+ Brake Pads – HB 164

NGage Whisker Ceramic Ultimate+ HB 164 is a high-performance motorcycle disc brake pad compound designed for riders who want a progressive braking feel, strong heat resistance, reduced brake dust and quieter operation than many conventional friction materials.

The HB 164 pad shape is used across multiple motorcycles, but the brake position is not the same on every application. On most of the motorcycles listed below it is a front brake pad; on the Ducati Multistrada 1200 (2015–2018), NGage lists HB 164 for the rear. Always match both the motorcycle and brake position before ordering.

Product Highlights

• Brand: NGage Powerparts
• Range: Whisker Ceramic Ultimate+
• Part / Pad Code: HB 164
• Type: Motorcycle disc brake pad set
• Compound: Whisker-reinforced ceramic friction material
• Manufacturer-listed friction coefficient: 0.45–0.60
• Manufacturer-listed thermal resistance: up to 650°C
• Manufacturer-stated service-life range: approximately 15,000–25,000 km under normal riding conditions; actual life varies substantially with motorcycle, rider, terrain, load, disc condition and braking style
• MRP: ₹1,400 inclusive of taxes
• Quantity: 1 brake pad set / 2 pads

What Is Whisker Ceramic?

NGage describes its Whisker Ceramic compound as a ceramic friction matrix reinforced with small fibre-like “whisker” materials. The reinforcement is intended to improve friction stability and thermal performance compared with a basic ceramic compound while retaining the smoother, cleaner characteristics riders commonly look for in ceramic brake pads.

Friction Material Composition

NGage's current brake-pad catalogue lists the Whisker Ceramic friction material as a blend containing:

• Whisker filament
• High-end ceramic fibre
• High-end mineral fibre
• High-end aramid fibre
• Copper fibre

The catalogue identifies the ceramic fibre as sourced from Italy, mineral fibre from the Netherlands and aramid fibre from the USA.

Why Riders Choose Ceramic Brake Pads

• Progressive brake feel: useful for riders who prefer controlled, predictable braking rather than an unnecessarily abrupt initial bite.
• High-temperature capability: NGage rates the Whisker Ceramic range for thermal resistance up to 650°C.
• Lower brake-dust focus: the compound is marketed for cleaner operation than many conventional pad materials.
• Noise-control focus: ceramic compounds are intended to deliver a smoother and quieter braking experience when the brake system is in good condition and the pads are correctly bedded.
• Everyday + touring usability: suitable for compatible motorcycles used for commuting, highway riding and touring when ceramic-pad characteristics are preferred.

Confirmed HB 164 Compatibility

The following fitments are taken from NGage's current V5.0 brake-pad application chart. Brake position is included because HB 164 is not always used in the same position across every motorcycle.

Important Royal Enfield Fitment Guide

For several modern Royal Enfield models, HB 164 is the front pad code but the rear pad is different:

• Himalayan 450: Front HB 164 / Rear HB 163
• Guerrilla 450: Front HB 164 / Rear HB 163
• Interceptor 650: Front HB 164 / Rear HB 163
• Continental GT 650: Front HB 164 / Rear HB 163
• Super Meteor 650: Front HB 164 / Rear HB 155
• Shotgun 650: Front HB 164 / Rear HB 155

Do not order HB 164 as a rear pad for these Royal Enfield applications.

Important CBR 250R Note

NGage lists HB 164 front for the Honda CBR 250R Non-ABS application. The catalogue lists a different front pad code for the CBR 250R ABS model with Nissin caliper. If your motorcycle has ABS or you are unsure which caliper is fitted, verify the pad shape before ordering.

Important KTM Adventure Note

NGage's current application chart distinguishes between generations of the KTM Adventure 250 / 390 front brake pad. It lists HB 184 for the Gen 2 front application and HB 164 for the Gen 3 front application. Do not order by engine capacity alone; confirm your motorcycle generation.

Ceramic vs Sintered: Which Should You Choose?

HB 164 is the Whisker Ceramic Ultimate+ version. NGage also offers the same general pad-shape family as HBS 164 in its sintered range for applications where the rider specifically wants a sintered friction material.

Whisker Ceramic is the more relevant choice for buyers prioritising progressive braking feel, lower noise/dust characteristics and everyday/touring usability. Riders who specifically need the characteristics of a sintered pad should choose the correct HBS application instead of assuming HB and HBS compounds are identical.

What You Will Receive

• 1 × NGage Whisker Ceramic Ultimate+ HB 164 brake pad set
• 2 brake pads in the set

Hardware, pad pins, clips, caliper parts and brake fluid are not included unless specifically shown or stated separately.

Installation & Bedding-In

Professional installation is recommended. Brakes are safety-critical components.

• Confirm that HB 164 matches the removed pad shape and the exact brake position before installation.
• Inspect the brake disc for scoring, excessive wear, warping or contamination.
• Clean the caliper and pad-contact/guide areas correctly.
• Make sure the caliper pistons move correctly and are retracted using an appropriate procedure.
• Do not contaminate the friction surface or brake disc with oil, grease, chain lubricant or cleaning residue.
• After installation, pump the brake lever/pedal until normal pressure is restored before moving the motorcycle.
• Bed the new pads in progressively and avoid unnecessary emergency-style braking immediately after installation.
• Follow the motorcycle manufacturer's service and torque specifications.

When Should Motorcycle Brake Pads Be Replaced?

Inspect the braking system if you notice:

• Reduced braking response
• Brake pad friction material approaching its wear limit
• Metallic scraping or abnormal braking noise
• Visible pad damage or uneven wear
• Excessive brake-disc scoring
• Brake lever or pedal behaviour that has changed unexpectedly

Do not continue riding with completely worn friction material, as the pad backing plate can damage the brake disc and braking performance can deteriorate severely.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NGage HB 164?
HB 164 is an NGage Whisker Ceramic Ultimate+ motorcycle disc brake-pad code used across several compatible motorcycle calipers.

Is HB 164 a front brake pad?
For most applications on this listing, yes. It is used at the front on the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, Guerrilla 450, Interceptor 650, Continental GT 650, Super Meteor 650, Shotgun 650, Honda CBR 250R Non-ABS, Triumph T4, Yezdi Adventure, Harley-Davidson Street 750 and the listed KTM Adventure Gen 3 application. NGage lists HB 164 at the rear on the Ducati Multistrada 1200 (2015–2018), so position must always be checked by motorcycle.

Does HB 164 fit Royal Enfield Interceptor 650?
Yes. NGage lists HB 164 for the front of the Interceptor 650. The rear uses HB 163 in the Whisker Ceramic range.

Does HB 164 fit Continental GT 650?
Yes. HB 164 is listed for the front brake of the Continental GT 650; HB 163 is the listed rear ceramic pad.

Does HB 164 fit Himalayan 450?
Yes. NGage lists HB 164 at the front and HB 163 at the rear of the Himalayan 450.

Does HB 164 fit Guerrilla 450?
Yes. NGage lists HB 164 at the front and HB 163 at the rear.

Does HB 164 fit Super Meteor 650?
Yes, at the front. NGage lists HB 155 for the rear ceramic application.

Does HB 164 fit Shotgun 650?
Yes, at the front. NGage lists HB 155 for the rear ceramic application.

Does HB 164 fit Bear 650?
Bear 650 is not included in the current HB 164 compatibility table used for this listing, so fitment is not claimed here.

Does HB 164 fit Honda CBR 250R ABS?
Do not assume so. NGage specifically lists HB 164 front for the Non-ABS CBR 250R; its chart lists a different front code for the ABS/Nissin application.

Does HB 164 fit Triumph Speed 400 or Scrambler 400X?
The current NGage V5.0 chart lists HB 184 for the front of Speed 400 and Scrambler 400X, while HB 164 is listed for the front of the Triumph T4. Do not interchange them based only on engine family.

Is HB 164 ceramic or sintered?
HB 164 is the Whisker Ceramic version. The corresponding sintered-series code is HBS 164 where NGage lists that application.

What friction coefficient does NGage specify?
NGage's current catalogue lists a friction coefficient range of 0.45–0.60 for its Whisker Ceramic brake-pad range.

What temperature resistance does NGage specify?
The current catalogue states high thermal resistance up to 650°C for the Whisker Ceramic range.

How long do NGage Whisker Ceramic brake pads last?
NGage states approximately 15,000–25,000 km under normal driving conditions. This is not a guaranteed replacement interval: actual pad life depends heavily on vehicle weight, rider input, traffic, terrain, disc condition, load, heat cycles and riding style.

Do ceramic brake pads produce zero dust or zero noise?
NGage markets the range around low-dust and low-noise performance, but real-world brake dust and noise can also depend on disc condition, caliper condition, contamination, installation and bedding-in. No brake system should be assumed completely dust- or noise-free in every operating condition.