Brake Pads for SRAM Level / RED / Force / Rival / Apex – Small

Upgrade your braking with Gorilla Brakes disc brake pads, precision-matched for SRAM Level, RED, Force, Rival, and Apex small calipers.

Whether you ride road, gravel, XC, or commute daily, these pads deliver smooth modulation, predictable bite, and dependable performance in all weather.


Enduro Pro

Maximum braking power and fade resistance for sustained descents and high-load riding.

Highest performance.


Factory Racing

Performance-focused compounds tuned for modulation, lever feel and controlled braking.

Balanced power & feel.


Standard Compounds

Includes Sintered, Semi-Metallic and Ceramic options with reliable, everyday performance.

Everyday performance.

✅ Compatibility tip

Use the filters below to quickly find the correct brake pads by Brand, model, piston count, caliper code, or compound.

Need help choosing a compound? View the guide below.

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🚴 Brake Pads for SRAM Level, RED, Force, Rival, Apex – Small Fit Calipers

Gorilla Brakes small-fit pads are designed for SRAM Road / Gravel and MTB 2‑piston calipers, covering a wide range of uses from gravel endurance and eRoad to cross-country MTB and fitness hybrids. These are compatible with SRAM and Avid legacy systems.

✅ Compatibility Chart

Brand Model / Series Riding Style
SRAMLevel Stealth (2-Piston)Gravel, Road, Fitness
SRAMLevel T / TL / TLM / Ultimate / BaseXC, Trail, Urban
SRAMRED, Force, Rival, Apex (Road/Gravel)Road Racing, Gravel Endurance
SRAMDB5, VIA GT, X0, XX, XX World CupMTB, Trail, Racing
SRAMForce eTap AXS HRDGravel, All-Road, Endurance
AvidDB1, DB3Recreational, Urban MTB
AvidElixir 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, C, R, CR, CR Mag, CarbonMTB, XC, Enduro, Downhill

🧪 Compound Options & Comparisons

🏆 Enduro Pro Compounds (Highest Performance)

Top-level compounds designed for maximum bite, modulation and fade resistance in the toughest road, gravel and XC conditions.

Compound Backing Plate Dry Perf. Wet Perf. Heat Dissipation Life-span Best For
Enduro Pro Ultimate 🟧 Orange ★★★★★★ ★★★★★★ ★★★★★★ ★★★★★★ Pro-level road, gravel, XC, eRoad, long descents
Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic 🔵 Blue ★★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★★ All-weather gravel, XC, endurance racing
Enduro Pro Resin ⚫ Black ★★★★ ★★★ ★★★★ ★★★★ Light trail, road, gravel with better modulation

🏁 Factory Racing Compounds (High Performance)

Balanced and quiet pads ideal for performance-focused riders in road, gravel, or mixed terrain use.

Compound Backing Plate Dry Perf. Wet Perf. Heat Dissipation Life-span Best For
Factory Racing E-Bike🟢 Green★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★eRoad, heavier bikes, long rides
Factory Racing Titanium⚪ Titanium★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Urban, light trail, road fitness
Factory Racing Stealth🟪 Stealth Purple★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Quiet road, gravel, eRoad
Factory Racing Organic⚪ Grey★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Comfort-first riders, low noise

🔧 Standard Compounds (Standard Performance)

Affordable and reliable brake pads suited for daily road, light trail, gravel or commuting.

Compound Backing Plate Dry Perf. Wet Perf. Heat Dissipation Life-span Best For
Semi-Metallic⚫ Black★★★★★★★★★★★★★Gravel, commuting, urban fitness
Ceramic – NANO TECH🟢 Green★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Low rotor wear, XC, gravel
ENDURO Ceramic🔴 Red★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Heavier riders, road descents
Sintered🟡 Gold★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Wet, muddy, harsh terrain

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which SRAM brakes use small-format pads?
These pads fit SRAM 2-piston brakes including Level (T, TL, TLM, Ultimate), Stealth 2-piston, RED, Force, Rival, Apex, and S-300/S-900 Aero calipers.
Do these pads fit SRAM RED eTap AXS disc brakes?
Yes. RED eTap AXS flat-mount disc brakes use the same small pad shape as Level and Rival models.
What’s the difference between Level T and Level Ultimate?
They use the same pad size, but Level Ultimate has a lighter, higher-end build. Our pads fit all Level 2-piston versions.
Which compound is best for road or gravel riding?
•🏁 Factory Racing for smooth, quiet braking with great modulation •🔧 Standard for commuting or everyday road use •🏆 Enduro Pro if riding long descents, loaded bikes, or e-road/e-gravel
Are these compatible with SRAM Rival or Apex 1x disc brakes?
Yes. Our small-format pads fit Rival 1, Apex 1, and Force 1x hydraulic disc calipers.
Can I install these at home?
Absolutely. Just follow our easy installation guide.
Do you recycle used brake pads?
Yes — send them back to us through our Brake Pad Recycling Program.