SRAM Streamlines Its 4-Piston Brakes: What It Means for Riders (And Your Brake Pads
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Discover SRAM’s new 4-piston brake lineup—DB4, DB6, and Motive—and how Gorilla Brakes is ready with upgraded pads to match. Stay powerful, ride longer.
SRAM’s New Era of 4-Piston Brakes — Are You Ready?
In 2025, SRAM officially simplified its 4-piston brake lineup to just three key series: DB4, DB6, and the all-new Motive range. This marks a strategic shift toward mineral oil-based systems, offering riders improved consistency, easier maintenance, and—most importantly—a solid foundation for aftermarket performance upgrades.
At Gorilla Brakes, we’ve been watching closely. And we’re ready.
Meet SRAM’s New Brake Family
🔧 SRAM DB4 & DB6
- DB6: MatchMaker compatible, tool-based reach adjust
- DB4: Simplified setup, no MatchMaker integration
Both share a similar 4-piston caliper design and weigh just under 370g (rear, 1800mm hose). Designed for riders seeking straightforward power and easy upkeep.
🚵 SRAM Motive (Ultimate, Silver, Bronze)
- Motive Ultimate: Carbon lever, titanium bolts—top-tier XC/trail performance
- Silver & Bronze: Premium modulation at a lighter weight (265–279g)
These use SRAM’s new mineral oil system and offer tool-free reach adjust. Lightweight, race-ready braking has arrived.
What This Means for Aftermarket Pads
New brakes mean new pad shapes, compounds, and heat dynamics. That’s where Gorilla Brakes steps in.
We’re finalizing Gorilla Brakes factory organic EcoPads and Enduro Pro Pads to fit the Motive, DB4, and DB6 platforms. Already riding SRAM Code or DB8? Check out these high-performance options:
- Organic Pads for SRAM Code / DB8 / Motive – Quiet, responsive, and eco-friendly.
- Enduro Pro Pads for SRAM Code – Engineered for aggressive, high-speed riding.
- Titanium-Backed Pads – Ultralight and heat-resistant, for serious racers.
- Factory Racing Pads – Our ultimate performance compound, straight from the race line.
Whatever your ride style, Gorilla Brakes offers upgraded friction, built to ride harder, longer.
Why It Matters
SRAM’s shift to mineral oil simplifies everything—from maintenance to upgrades. With just three 4-piston options now, you can:
- Identify your brake model faster
- Use the right bleed kit
- Upgrade confidently with Gorilla Brakes pads
Reliable performance, full compatibility, and zero guesswork—that’s the Gorilla Brakes difference.
Coming Soon
Gorilla Brakes Enduro Pro Finned brake pads.