Brake Pads For Formula ORO – K18 / K24 / Puro / Bianco

⚙️ Formula ORO Brake Models Supported

Gorilla Brakes pads are compatible with the full range of classic Formula ORO 2-piston disc brakes:

  • Formula ORO K18 – Lightweight hydraulic brake designed for XC and marathon use
  • Formula ORO K24 – Refined version of the K18 with improved lever feel and power
  • Formula ORO Puro – Lightweight, race-tuned caliper with carbon lever blades
  • Formula ORO Bianco – Premium edition with enhanced modulation and braking performance

🏁 Compound Options for Legacy Performance

Give your classic ORO brakes a performance upgrade with Gorilla Brakes compounds:

  • 🏆 Enduro Pro: Fade-free bite for long descents and aggressive XC trails
  • 🏁 Factory Racing: Quiet, responsive, and perfect for dry or mixed terrain
  • 🔧 Standard: Ideal for daily riding, light trail, and commuting

🌍 Built for ORO Riders, Backed by Testing

  • Perfect fit for Formula ORO 2-piston calipers (K18, K24, Puro, Bianco)
  • Rotor-safe and REACH-compliant pad materials
  • Tested on real-world XC and trail routes across the UK
  • Includes access to our Brake Pad Recycling Program

🛠️ Maintain & Refresh Classic Brake Systems

  • Easy upgrade for older ORO-equipped bikes—MTB, hybrid, and XC
  • Fast shipping and secure global checkout
  • Installation and bedding-in instructions provided
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🛠️ Brake Pads for Formula ORO – K18 / K24 / Puro / Bianco

Compatible with the following Formula ORO hydraulic disc brake systems: ORO, ORO K18, ORO K24, ORO Puro, and ORO Bianco. Gorilla Brakes replacement pads deliver precise modulation, confident braking power, and consistent performance for trail, XC, and enduro use.

✅ Compatible Calipers

Formula Model Caliper Name Discipline
OROFormula OROXC, Trail
K18Formula ORO K18XC, Trail, Enduro
K24Formula ORO K24Trail, Enduro
PuroFormula ORO PuroPerformance Trail, XC Racing
BiancoFormula ORO BiancoXC, Race, Lightweight Builds

🧪 Compound Options & Comparisons

🌟 Enduro Pro Compounds (Highest Performance)

Designed for riders seeking the ultimate braking performance with maximum power, fade resistance, and bite — perfect for demanding alpine, trail, or eMTB conditions.

CompoundBacking PlateDry Perf.Wet Perf.Heat DissipationLife-spanBest For
Enduro Pro Ultimate🟧 Orange★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Alpine, Enduro, DH, eMTB
Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic🔵 Blue★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Trail, enduro, all-weather
Enduro Pro Resin⚫ Black★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★XC, gravel, light trail

🎽 Factory Racing Compounds (High Performance)

Perfect for riders who want quiet braking, excellent modulation, and responsive feel — ideal for trail, enduro, or mixed-conditions XC.

CompoundBacking PlateDry Perf.Wet Perf.Heat DissipationLife-spanBest For
Factory Racing E-Bike🟢 Green★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★eMTB, touring, heavy use
Factory Racing Titanium⚪ Titanium★★★★★★★★★★★★★★XC, trail, race use
Factory Racing Stealth🟪 Stealth Purple★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Quiet MTB, gravel
Factory Racing Organic⚪ Grey★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Road, comfort, low noise

🔧 Standard Compounds (Standard Performance)

Dependable and affordable everyday pads that perform well in varied terrain — from commuting to light trail use.

CompoundBacking PlateDry Perf.Wet Perf.Heat DissipationLife-spanBest For
Semi-Metallic⚫ Black★★★★★★★★★★★★★XC, gravel, commuting
Ceramic – NANO TECH🟢 Green★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★XC, rotor protection
ENDURO Ceramic🔴 Red★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Trail, eMTB, heat management
Sintered🟡 Gold★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Wet, mud, enduro, eMTB

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Formula ORO brakes are supported?
These pads are compatible with Formula ORO K18, K24, Puro, and Bianco calipers—classic 2-piston systems widely used in the mid-2000s on XC and trail bikes.
Are these pads compatible with Cura or RX series brakes?
No. The ORO calipers use a different pad shape than Formula Cura, Cura 4, or RX models. Only use these pads in ORO series calipers.