Hawk Performance HPS Street Brake Pads

2011–2025 Subaru Forester / Subaru Impreza / Subaru WRX / Subaru STI / Other Street-Legal Vehicles

Part #: HB298F.787

Overview

Upgrade your vehicle's braking system with the Hawk Performance HPS Street Brake Pads. Designed specifically for street-legal vehicles, these high-performance pads deliver increased stopping power, improved pedal feel, and enhanced resistance to brake fade. Whether you're commuting daily, spirited driving, or tackling mountain roads, the HPS Street pads provide reliable and consistent braking performance.

Engineered for enthusiasts who demand more from their brakes without sacrificing everyday drivability, these pads are an excellent choice for drivers seeking a balance of performance, durability, and affordability. The Hawk HPS compound offers a significant upgrade over stock brake pads, helping you achieve shorter stopping distances and greater confidence behind the wheel.

Key Features

The Hawk HPS Street Brake Pads incorporate advanced materials and design features to optimize braking performance in street applications. These features include:

• High-friction Hawk Performance Street compound that provides a higher coefficient of friction compared to OEM pads, resulting in 20-40% more stopping power.
• Exceptional resistance to brake fade, ensuring consistent performance during repeated or prolonged braking.
• Designed with a ceramic-based formulation that minimizes brake dust and noise, keeping your wheels cleaner and your ride quieter.
• Optimized for street use, offering excellent cold and hot braking characteristics for everyday driving conditions.
• Manufactured with durable, high-quality materials to withstand the rigors of daily driving while maintaining reliable performance over time.
• Caliper-friendly formulation that reduces rotor wear and extends component lifespan.
• Suitable for a wide range of vehicles, including sedans, coupes, and small SUVs, making it a versatile upgrade for many applications.

Construction & Design

The Hawk HPS Street Brake Pads are crafted using a proprietary high-performance friction material that balances aggressive stopping power with low noise and dust. The pads feature a precision-machined backing plate for a perfect fit and consistent pad contact. Their design incorporates advanced heat-resistant compounds that maintain optimal friction levels across a broad temperature range, ensuring reliable performance whether you're cruising or braking hard.

The pads are engineered to be compatible with factory calipers and rotors, making installation straightforward without the need for modifications. Their robust construction ensures long-lasting durability, even under demanding street conditions.

Installation & Fitment

The Hawk HPS Street Brake Pads are designed as direct replacements for your vehicle's original pads. Installation is straightforward and typically requires only basic hand tools. No special modifications, cutting, or tuning are necessary. For optimal performance, it is recommended to replace brake pads and rotors simultaneously and to bed-in the new pads properly following the included instructions.

• Easy bolt-on installation with factory calipers and rotors
• No cutting, drilling, or special tuning required
• Suitable for street use on a wide range of vehicles

What's Included

• Set of front or rear Hawk Performance HPS Street Brake Pads
• Installation instructions

Ideal For

• Daily drivers seeking improved braking performance
• Enthusiasts wanting better response and fade resistance
• Drivers who enjoy spirited street driving and mountain roads
• Anyone looking for a reliable, high-performance replacement pad