Brake Pads for Magura MT5 / MT7 Pro 4-Piston Brakes – MDP 8 (4 Pads per Caliper)

Upgrade your Magura braking performance with Gorilla Brakes disc brake pads, precision-matched for Magura MT5, MT7, and MT7 Pro 4-piston calipers using the MDP 8 pad system.

Designed for enduro, gravity, e-MTB, and aggressive trail riding, these pads deliver powerful braking, consistent modulation, and excellent heat control on long descents.

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Quick tip: Use the filters below to select your Magura MT5 / MT7 brake model and compound. For heavier bikes, long descents, or wet conditions, choose higher-heat or higher-durability compounds.

🛑 Brake Pads for Magura MT5 / MT7 4-Piston Brakes – MDP 8 (4 Pads per Caliper)

Gorilla Brakes high-performance disc brake pads are engineered to match the unique quad-pad design of Magura 4-piston calipers. Compatible with Type 8.1, 8.P, 8.R, and 8.S pads – perfect for aggressive MTB, enduro, DH, and eMTB riding.

✅ Compatibility Chart

Brake Model Notes
Magura MT18934-piston caliper
Magura MT5 / MT5E / MT5 eSTOPEnduro / eMTB / DH
Magura MT7 / MT7 ProDownhill, Trail
Magura MT7 Danny Macaskill EditionSignature model – 4 piston
Magura MT Trail Carbon – Front Caliper4-piston front
Magura MT Trail SL – Front Caliper4-piston front
Magura MT Trail Sport – Front Caliper4-piston front
Magura Louise (2025+)4-piston redesign

🧪 Compound Options & Comparisons

🌟 Enduro Pro Compounds (Highest Performance)

Designed for gravity, trail, and eMTB riders who demand maximum braking power, consistency, and fade resistance — even on alpine descents.

Compound Backing Plate Dry Perf. Wet Perf. Heat Dissipation Life-span Best For
Enduro Pro Ultimate🟧 Orange★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Downhill, Enduro, Trail, Alpine DH, eMTB
Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic🔵 Blue★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Aggressive trail, enduro, all-weather riding
Enduro Pro Resin⚫ Black★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Trail, gravity, light DH, improved modulation

🎽 Factory Racing Compounds (High Performance)

Perfect for riders wanting quiet, confident braking with excellent modulation for enduro, trail, or eMTB setups.

Compound Backing Plate Dry Perf. Wet Perf. Heat Dissipation Life-span Best For
Factory Racing E-Bike🟢 Green★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★eMTB, commuting, gravel, heavy riders
Factory Racing Titanium⚪ Titanium★★★★★★★★★★★★★★XC, trail, light enduro
Factory Racing Stealth🟪 Stealth Purple★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Quiet MTB, trail, road, gravel
Factory Racing Organic⚪ Grey★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Comfort-focused trail or road riding

🔧 Standard Compounds (Standard Performance)

Great everyday brake pads offering solid performance and value — perfect for trail, gravel, and commuter setups.

Compound Backing Plate Dry Perf. Wet Perf. Heat Dissipation Life-span Best For
Semi-Metallic⚫ Black★★★★★★★★★★★★★All-round trail, road, gravel, commuting
Ceramic – NANO TECH🟢 Green★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★XC, dry trails, rotor preservation
ENDURO Ceramic🔴 Red★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★eMTB, trail, heat resistance
Sintered🟡 Gold★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Mud, wet trail, DH braking power

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I need MDP 8 pads for my Magura brakes?
If your caliper uses 4 separate pads per brake (1 per piston), you need MDP 8 pads. Common in MT5, MT7, MT Trail front, and Louise calipers.
Are the pads sold in a full set for one caliper?
Yes — Gorilla Brakes includes 4 individual pads per pack, enough for one 4-piston caliper.
What’s the difference between MDP 8 and MDP 9 pads?
MDP 8 uses 4 small pads per caliper. MDP 9 uses 2 large pads per caliper (newer MT5/MT7 and Trail Front). you can use MDP 8 pads but you will need retaining pins to hold the individual pads secure.
Can I upgrade to Enduro Pro for eMTB?
Absolutely. Enduro Pro offers superior heat resistance, lifespan, and modulation under load—perfect for e-bikes and alpine riding.
Are Gorilla Brakes rotor-safe?
Yes — all our compounds are rotor-friendly and tested to reduce noise, wear and glazing.