Hayes Mountain Bike Brake Pads

This collection includes high-performance disc brake pads engineered specifically for Hayes mountain bike brake systems. From modern Dominion platforms to proven trail and gravity brakes, Gorilla Brakes pads deliver powerful stopping force, excellent heat management and consistent braking performance for XC, trail, enduro, downhill and eMTB riding.

Quick Tip: Use the filter bar below to select your Hayes brake model. Scroll down to compare compounds and choose the best pad for your riding style and terrain.

Compatible Hayes Mountain Bike Brake Calipers

This collection covers Hayes’ dedicated MTB brake range, trusted by trail riders, enduro racers and downhill athletes. Hayes brakes are known for their consistent lever feel, high power output and reliability in demanding riding environments.

Current Hayes MTB Brake Systems

  • Hayes Dominion A4 – 4-piston enduro, downhill and eMTB brake
  • Hayes Dominion A2 – Lightweight 2-piston XC and trail brake
  • Hayes Dominion T4 – UPGRADED 4-piston enduro, downhill and eMTB brake
  • Hayes Dominion T2 – UPGRADED Lightweight 2-piston XC and trail brake

Supported & Legacy Hayes MTB Brakes

  • Hayes Stroker Trail – Trail and all-mountain brake
  • Hayes Stroker Ryde – Entry-level hydraulic MTB brake
  • Hayes Prime / Prime Pro – Trail-oriented hydraulic brakes
  • Hayes MX Series – Mechanical disc brakes used on trail and park bikes
  • Hayes Mag / Mag Plus – Classic hydraulic MTB brake systems

🏆 Enduro Pro Compound Comparison (Highest Performance)

CompoundBacking Plate Dry Wet Heat Life Best For
Enduro Pro Ultimate🟧 Orange ★★★★★★ ★★★★★★ ★★★★★★ ★★★★★★ Enduro, downhill, bike park and eMTB riding
Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic🔵 Blue ★★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★★ All-weather trail and enduro riding
Enduro Pro Resin⚫ Black ★★★★ ★★★ ★★★★ ★★★★ Quiet XC and light trail riding

🏁 Factory Racing Compound Comparison

CompoundBacking Plate Dry Wet Heat Life Best For
Factory Racing Titanium⚪ Titanium ★★★★ ★★★ ★★★★ ★★★ XC and lightweight trail builds
Factory Racing Stealth🟪 Purple ★★★★★ ★★★★ ★★★★ ★★★★ Quiet but powerful trail and enduro braking
Factory Racing Organic⚪ Grey ★★★★★★ ★★ ★★ ★★★★ Ultra-quiet riding and smooth modulation
Factory Racing – High Durability🟩 Green ★★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★ ★★★★★ Wet riding, bike park laps and eMTB use

🔧 Standard Compound – MTB & All-Weather Options

CompoundBacking Plate Dry Wet Heat Life Best For
Semi-Metallic⚫ Black ★★★★ ★★★ ★★★ ★★★ Everyday trail riding and general MTB use
Ceramic – NANO TECH🟩 Green ★★★★★ ★★★★ ★★★ ★★★ Dry trail riding and reduced rotor wear
ENDURO Ceramic🔴 Red ★★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★ ★★★★ Hot climates and sustained descents
Sintered (Metallic)🟡 Gold ★★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★★★ ★★★★★ Wet, muddy conditions and maximum durability

Helpful Resources

Why Mountain Bikers Trust Gorilla Brakes

Gorilla Brakes pads are tested across XC, trail, enduro, downhill and eMTB riding. Riders trust our compounds for consistent power, fade resistance and reliable braking in extreme terrain and weather conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Hayes mountain bike brakes are compatible with these pads?
These brake pads are compatible with the full Hayes MTB range, including Dominion A4, Dominion A2, and supported legacy systems such as Stroker, Prime, MX, and Mag hydraulic and mechanical brakes.
What is the best brake pad compound for Hayes Dominion A4?
For aggressive riding, bike parks and eMTBs, Enduro Pro Ultimate offers maximum power and heat resistance. For mixed trail and enduro riding, Factory Racing Stealth provides strong bite with quieter braking.
Are these Hayes brake pads suitable for wet and muddy conditions?
Yes. Factory Racing Green (High Durability) and Sintered Metallic compounds are ideal for wet UK winters, muddy trails and prolonged downhill riding where pad life and consistency matter most.
Do Gorilla Brakes pads reduce noise on Hayes brakes?
Yes. Gorilla Brakes compounds are engineered to minimise vibration and resonance. Resin, Factory Racing Organic, and Stealth compounds are particularly effective for riders seeking quieter braking performance.
How do I bed in new Hayes MTB brake pads?
Proper bedding-in is essential. Perform a series of controlled stops to gradually transfer pad material to the rotor. This improves braking power, reduces noise and extends pad life. Full instructions are available in our Bedding-In Guide.