Are these pads ok ?

[stopintime]

My new/used brakes will soon be installed.

I sanded down the pads a bit - partially looks gold/brass - 4.5mm of material left.

I'm not sure if the rust, and bubbles hiding rust, is a consern?

[numbskull]

Since the rust is on the opposite side of the pad, I wouldn't be concerned. You'll be switching pads long before that rust will become problematic. I would just clean them up as best you can and reinstall.

[rockaduc]

Uhhh, why don't you just buy new pads?  This way you can bed them in properly yourself.  I've always been a fan of used parts, but never ran someone's used brake pads after I have sanded and cleaned the rotors.

Just my $.02.

[Porsche Monkey]

Brakes are the last place to skimp.

[Spidey]

Those look fine.  I'd run 'em in a heartbeat.

[DarkStaR]

Just run 'em.  Pads are easy to change.   See how you like the compound, and decide later.

[Howie]

Those pads will stop you in time (sorry, I couldn't help it).  The rust on the back is nothing to be concerned about and there is plenty of life left.  On the other hand, those pads are OEM and I never liked the feel of them at high speed.

[stopintime]

Those pads will stop you in time (sorry, I couldn't help it).  The rust on the back is nothing to be concerned about and there is plenty of life left.  On the other hand, those pads are OEM and I never liked the feel of them at high speed.

You're going to have to work on your comedy skills That one was too obvious

I'd like progressive power, not very into initial bite. Are there good alternatives, worth while spending money NOW instead of waiting?

My consern was about the uneven surfaces, created by the rust. As I understand you guys - no need to worry?

[Spidey]

My consern was about the uneven surfaces, created by the rust. As I understand you guys - no need to worry?

No need to worry. 

[Speeddog]

The Ferodo Platinums felt very progressive to me, when I was running them.
I'd need to squeeze a bit harder for light stops, but that was no big deal, and a tighter squeeze brought plenty of power.

I've got the CP211's now, because Platinum isn't offered for the 4-pad calipers.
They've got plenty of bite.

I found the OEMs to be too grabby.

What parts are you installing?

[stopintime]

The Ferodo Platinums felt very progressive to me, when I was running them.
I'd need to squeeze a bit harder for light stops, but that was no big deal, and a tighter squeeze brought plenty of power.

I've got the CP211's now, because Platinum isn't offered for the 4-pad calipers.
They've got plenty of bite.

I found the OEMs to be too grabby.

What parts are you installing?

OEM too grabby? As in requiring grip power?
I'm installing Goldline 4 piston 2 pads - OEM 320mm rotors - 16mm coffin master

[Speeddog]

For me, OEM pads had too much bite with a light squeeze on the lever.

[rockaduc]

I am very happy w/ the Ferodo Platinums I am running.  As previously stated, very progressive bite and feel.  I feel very connected to the brakes with these pads.

[stopintime]

Okeydokey - platinums coming up, another mod plan added

I was going over my bike with a friend today and I'm kind of running out of "sensible" mods.

Well, there's always Showa/Öhlins forks, rear light, projector head light, carbon here/there, gel inserting the seat, anodizing a few bits, mirrors, another wind screen, leather gear, new helmet, heated grips, .....