High-Performance Brake Pads for E-Bikes
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E-bikes place significantly higher demands on brake pads due to increased weight, higher speeds
and powerful motor assistance. Whether you ride E-MTB, a long-range commuter, or a cargo e-bike,
your brakes must handle more heat, more torque and repeated heavy braking. Gorilla Brakes compounds
are engineered specifically to outperform standard pads in these high-load conditions.
Shop E-Bike Brake Pads by Brand
Shimano E-Bike Brake Pads
For Deore, SLX, XT, XTR, Saint/Zee, MT-Series, CUES & GRX systems.
SRAM E-Bike Brake Pads
Code, Guide RE, DB8, Maven, Motive & Level-based e-MTB brakes.
Magura E-Bike Brake Pads
MT5, MT7, MT30, MT-A2, Gustav & Louise, MT C-Line.
Tektro E-Bike Brake Pads
HD-E500, HD-E350, HD-E725, Dorado & E-Series brakes.
TRP E-Bike Brake Pads
Slate, Zurich, Trail EVO, DH-R EVO & HD-series brakes.
Hayes E-Bike Brake Pads
Dominion A4/A2/T4, Prime, Radar, Stroker systems.
Formula E-Bike Brake Pads
Cura 2, Cura 4, Mega, The One & other Formula brakes.
Hope E-Bike Brake Pads
E4, V4, Tech 4 E4/V4, TR4 & GR4.
Why E-Bikes Need Stronger Brake Pads
- Higher bike + rider weight increases braking force required.
- Motor assistance produces more heat and torque at the rotors.
- Fast descents require fade-resistant materials.
- Cargo bikes need long-lasting pads under constant load.
- E-MTBs require stronger bite and powerful modulation.
Recommended Compounds for E-Bikes
- Enduro Pro Ultimate: Maximum heat stability & bite for E-MTB and downhill.
- Factory Racing E-Bike (Green): Longest lifespan for heavy bikes & commuters.
- Sintered Metallic: Best for wet weather, heavy riders and steep terrain.
- Enduro Ceramic: Smooth braking with increased heat control.
Compatible With All Major E-Bike Brake Systems
- Shimano: MT-Series, Deore, SLX, XT, XTR, Saint/Zee, CUES, GRX
- SRAM: Guide RE, Code, DB8, Maven, Motive, Level
- Magura: MT5, MT7, MT Thirty, MT-A2, C-Line, Gustav, Louise
- Tektro: HD-E500, HD-E350, HD-E725, Dorado
- TRP: Slate, Zurich, Trail EVO, DH-R EVO, HD-Series
- Hayes: Dominion A4/A2/T4, Prime, Radar
- Formula: Cura 2, Cura 4, Mega, The One
- Hope: E4, V4, Tech 4 E4/V4, TR4, GR4
🏆 Enduro Pro Compound Comparison (Highest Performance)
| Compound |
Backing Plate |
Dry Perf. |
Wet Perf. |
Heat Dissipation |
Life-span |
Best For |
| Enduro Pro Ultimate |
🟧 Orange |
★★★★★★ |
★★★★★★ |
★★★★★★ |
★★★★★★ |
Gravity MTB, E-MTB, Downhill, Alpine, cargo, road & gravel performance |
| Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic |
🔵 Blue |
★★★★★ |
★★★★★ |
★★★★★ |
★★★★★ |
Trail, enduro, all-weather riding, road, gravel |
| Enduro Pro Resin |
⚫ Black |
★★★★ |
★★★ |
★★★★ |
★★★★ |
Road, gravel, trail riders wanting smooth feel + good cold bite |
🏁 Factory Racing Compound Comparison (High Performance)
| Compound |
Backing Plate |
Dry Perf. |
Wet Perf. |
Heat Dissipation |
Life-span |
Best For |
| Factory Racing E-Bike |
🟢 Green |
★★★★ |
★★★★ |
★★★★ |
★★★★★★ |
E-MTB, commuting, cargo bikes, long-distance braking |
| Factory Racing Titanium |
⚪ Titanium |
★★★★ |
★★★ |
★★★★ |
★★★ |
XC, road, gravel, lightweight builds |
| Factory Racing Stealth |
🟪 Stealth Purple |
★★★★★ |
★★★★ |
★★★★ |
★★★★ |
Quiet MTB/e-MTB, road & gravel, all-round control |
| Factory Racing Organic |
⚪ Grey |
★★★★★★ |
★★ |
★★ |
★★★★ |
Quiet commuting, road, gravel, low-noise builds |
🔧 Standard Compound Comparison (Performance)
Only Sintered is included here because it is the E-Bike-suitable standard compound.
| Compound |
Backing Plate |
Dry Perf. |
Wet Perf. |
Heat Dissipation |
Life-span |
Best For |
| Sintered Metallic |
🟡 Gold |
★★★★★ |
★★★★★ |
★★★★★★ |
★★★★★ |
Wet/muddy riding, e-MTB, gravel, road descending, heavy riders |
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