Stop me like a stoppy thing
Great brakes no squiling now.
Awesome service, and great brake pads.
Works super well
Hi Oscar, we're glad to hear the brakes are working well for you! Thanks for your support.
Gorilla Brakes Compound Comparison
Choose the right brake pad compound for your riding. All compounds are designed for reliable braking — the difference is how they behave as speed, load, heat, and riding intensity increase across MTB, road, gravel, commuting, and e-bikes.
Enduro Pro
Highest performance for maximum consistency, heat control, and longevity under hard use.
Factory Racing
High performance compounds tuned for lever feel, modulation, noise behaviour, and control.
Standard Compounds
Performance-focused, value-driven options for everyday riding across mixed conditions.
Highest performance compounds for riders generating more heat or demanding maximum consistency over long descents and harder use.
| Compound | Backing Plate | Dry | Wet | Heat Control | Durability | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enduro Pro Ultimate | Heat-Treated Steel (Orange) | ★★★★★+ | ★★★★★+ | ★★★★★+ | ★★★★★+ | Downhill, Enduro, Alpine Descents, Road Racing, Gravel Racing, Full-Power e-MTB |
| Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic | Steel (Blue) | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | All-weather trail, enduro, road & gravel |
| Enduro Pro Resin | Steel (Black) | ★★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★★ | Trail, road & gravel where quieter bite is preferred |
The Factory Racing range is built around braking character rather than outright power — prioritising modulation, lever feel, noise behaviour, and control. Backing plate materials are used to fine-tune heat behaviour.
| Compound | Friction Compound & Backing Plate | Dry | Wet | Noise | Durability | Bedding-In | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Factory Racing (Green) | Hard High-Load Compound · Steel Backing Plate | ★★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★★★+ | Short | e-MTB, bike parks, downhill, enduro, heavy bikes, long road & gravel descents |
| Factory Racing Titanium | Stealth Compound · Titanium Backing Plate | ★★★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★ | Short | e-bikes, downhill, enduro, long road descents, gravel riding where heat control matters |
| Factory Racing Stealth | Stealth Compound · Steel Backing Plate | ★★★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★ | Short | Trail, e-MTB, road & gravel, riders prioritising quiet and consistent braking |
| Factory Racing Organic | Ultra-Soft Organic Compound · Steel Backing Plate | ★★★★★ | ★★☆☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ | Not Required | Dry XC, road, dry gravel, riders prioritising instant bite and silence |
Reliable, affordable compounds designed for everyday riding across road, gravel, commuting, and lighter MTB use.
| Compound | Backing Plate | Dry | Wet | Heat Control | Durability | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-Metallic | Steel | ★★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★ | All-round trail, road, gravel, commuting |
| Ceramic – Nano Tech | Steel | ★★★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★ | XC, road, gravel, low rotor wear |
| Enduro Ceramic | Steel | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★★ | e-MTB, heavier riders, hot & dry conditions |
| Sintered | Steel | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★+ | ★★★★★ | Wet, muddy riding, alpine descents |
All Gorilla Brakes compounds can be used across multiple riding disciplines. The difference between compounds isn’t whether they work — it’s how they perform as speed, load, heat, and riding intensity increase.
Standard Compounds
Examples: Semi-Metallic, Ceramic – Nano Tech, Enduro Ceramic
Factory Racing
Examples: Factory Racing (Green), Stealth, Titanium, Organic
Enduro Pro
Examples: Enduro Pro Ultimate, Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic, Enduro Pro Resin
If you’re unsure: start with Factory Racing for a strong balance of feel, control, and versatility. Move up to Enduro Pro if you regularly generate more heat (harder riding, longer descents, heavier bikes, or e-bikes).
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