Gravity Brake Pad Guide: Maven, GUSTAV, HINE-R & More
Powerful gravity brakes often use pad shapes that look similar but are not interchangeable. This guide separates five current names riders are searching for and shows which pad family to check before ordering. Always confirm the exact brake model, pad shape and retaining system against the pads removed from your caliper.
Quick compatibility guide
| Brake or pad family | Verified route |
|---|---|
| SRAM Maven B1 | SRAM Maven Extra Large / XL |
| MAGURA GUSTAV PRO | MAGURA MDP 13 |
| MAGURA MDP 8+ | Selected MAGURA four-piston MT, MT C, CMe and LOUISE MY2025+ brakes |
| Brembo GR-PRO | Genuine Brembo pads; no Gorilla replacement currently verified |
| HINE-R | Shimano D-Type pad shape |
SRAM Maven B1
The Gorilla Brake Pad Finder maps SRAM Maven B1 to the Maven Extra Large pad family. The same collection covers the verified Maven variants listed in the Finder, giving riders a choice of Gorilla compounds for this shape. Confirm the model on the brake and compare the old pad before purchase.
Find SRAM Maven Extra Large brake pads
MAGURA GUSTAV PRO
MAGURA specifies the MDP 13 pad family for GUSTAV PRO. MDP 13 is used by GUSTAV and CLARA four-piston brakes and is available in different compounds for different riding priorities. GUSTAV PRO must not be confused with the MT-family MDP 8 format.
Find brake pads for MAGURA GUSTAV PRO and CLARA
MAGURA MDP 8+
MDP 8+ is a shim-equipped development of MAGURA's four-piece MDP 8 pad format. MAGURA lists it for specified four-piston MT, MT C and CMe brakes, plus LOUISE brakes from model year 2025. Model names and generations matter, so confirm the exact caliper before ordering; do not rely on “MT” alone.
Check MAGURA MDP 8 four-piston brake pads
Brembo GR-PRO
Gorilla Brakes has not yet verified an aftermarket Gorilla pad shape for GR-PRO. The Finder therefore does not claim a Gorilla replacement. Use genuine Brembo pads unless and until a compatible Gorilla shape has been physically measured, fitted and tested.
Explore the genuine Brembo range
HINE-R
The Gorilla Brakes HINE-R brake project uses the established Shimano D-Type pad shape. This gives riders a clearly identifiable replacement format rather than a proprietary pad shape. Use D-Type as the fitment reference, then choose the Gorilla compound suited to your riding. Final production specifications and availability will be announced separately.
Explore Shimano D-Type brake-pad compounds for HINE-R
Frequently asked questions
Do SRAM Maven A1 and B1 use the same Gorilla collection?
The current Gorilla Finder maps both to the SRAM Maven Extra Large collection. Check your exact model and old pad shape before ordering.
Which pads fit MAGURA GUSTAV PRO?
MAGURA specifies MDP 13 for GUSTAV PRO. MDP 13 also covers CLARA four-piston brakes.
Is MDP 8+ a new brake?
No. It is a shim-equipped pad family for specified MAGURA four-piston brakes.
Do Gorilla pads fit Brembo GR-PRO?
No Gorilla replacement fitment is currently verified. Use genuine Brembo pads until physical compatibility testing is complete.
Which pad shape does HINE-R use?
HINE-R uses the Shimano D-Type pad shape. Match by D-Type shape and then choose the Gorilla compound suited to your riding.
Still unsure? Use the Gorilla Brake Pad Finder or ask a Gorilla Brakes expert before ordering.