Gorilla Brakes · Replacement disc brake pads

Brake Pads for Tektro Gemini / Auriga / Orion 2-Piston Brakes

Gorilla Brakes pads for the listed Tektro Gemini, Auriga and Orion two-piston calipers. Use the full HD model code to distinguish the correct fitment from similarly named four-piston brakes.

Compare compounds Fitment questions
Check fitment and compatible models

✅ Compatible Calipers & Models

  • Tektro Model: Gemini, Gemini SL; Brake Caliper: HD-M500, M501, M520, M521, M530
  • Tektro Model: Auriga / Auriga Pro / Auriga e-Comp; Brake Caliper: HD-M285, M286, M290, M291, M282
  • Tektro Model: Orion 4x2P (Rear); Brake Caliper: HD-M735 (Rear Caliper Only)
  • Tektro Model: Dorado; Brake Caliper: All 2-piston variants
  • Tektro Model: Draco, Draco 2, Draco WS; Brake Caliper: —
  • Tektro Model: Tektro; Brake Caliper: HD-M301, M330, M336, M350, M351, M352, M700, M720, M725, M730, M740
  • Tektro Model: T-Series / E-Series; Brake Caliper: HD-T285, T290, T520, T525, T530, T710, HD-E350, E500, E520, E525, E530
  • Tektro Model: Mechanical; Brake Caliper: MD-M280, M300, M500, MD-C400, C510, MD-U510
  • Tektro Model: Other Tektro Models; Brake Caliper: Vela, Mira, Mota HDC-300, Aries, A10YS, A11TS, A10.11, E10.11, P20.11

Choose your performance range

Find your brake pads

Enduro Pro

Our highest-performance range.

Factory Racing

Performance-focused options.

Standard Compounds

Everyday riding options.

No products found
Use fewer filters or remove all

Choose your compound

Enduro Pro Ultimate Orange focuses on braking performance and pad life for demanding descents and heavier loads. Enduro Pro Semi Metallic Blue combines versatile braking with heat management for trail riding, touring and long descents.

All Enduro Pro and Factory Racing compounds are e-bike rated. For heavy cargo, loaded touring and demanding descents, we recommend Enduro Pro Ultimate Orange or Enduro Pro Semi Metallic Blue in the correct fitment.

Compare compounds

Advice when you need it

Choose. Fit. Bed in.

Fitting guide Bedding-in guide Find your brake pads Ask us about your brakes

Before you order

Brake Pads for Tektro Gemini / Auriga / Orion 2-Piston Brakes FAQs

A little help with fitment, compounds and getting ready to ride.

Which Tektro brakes do these pads fit?

They fit Gemini (HD-M530, M520, M521, M500, M501), Auriga (HD-M290, M285, M276, J290 & more), and Orion HD-M735 (rear only).

How do I know which Auriga caliper I have?

Check the small print on your caliper body — most Auriga models clearly display the HD-Mxxx or HD-Jxxx code.

Which of the available compounds should I compare?

Enduro Pro Ultimate Orange focuses on braking performance and pad life for demanding descents and heavier loads. Enduro Pro Semi Metallic Blue combines versatile braking with heat management for trail riding, touring and long descents.

Which compounds are e-bike rated, and which do you recommend for heavy loads?

All Enduro Pro and Factory Racing compounds are e-bike rated. For heavy cargo, loaded touring and demanding descents, we recommend Enduro Pro Ultimate Orange or Enduro Pro Semi Metallic Blue in the correct fitment.

How should I prepare the rotor and bed in new pads?

Check the rotor’s condition, wear limit and permitted pad material. Follow the installation instructions for your caliper and our bedding-in guide, including rotor preparation when changing compounds.