Magura Mountain Bike Brake Pads

High-performance disc brake pads engineered specifically for Magura MT-series mountain bike brakes. Designed to deliver powerful, consistent braking across XC, trail, enduro, downhill and eMTB riding — even in extreme heat, wet conditions and long descents.

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

Compatible Magura Mountain Bike Brake Calipers

This collection includes Gorilla Brakes pads for the latest and most common Magura MTB brake platforms, including the newest performance variants from Magura’s MT range and gravity-focused Gustav models.

  • Magura MT8 SL – Lightweight XC race brake
  • Magura MT8 Pro – High-end XC / marathon performance
  • Magura MT7 Pro – Gravity/enduro performance brake
  • Magura MT7 – Flagship 4-piston gravity brake
  • Magura MT6 – Trail / enduro / all-round performance
  • Magura MT5 – Popular 4-piston trail/enduro brake
  • Magura MT4 – Trail / XC brake
  • Magura Gustav Pro – Heavy-duty downhill & eMTB braking power
  • Magura Gustav M – Classic gravity/downhill system
  • Magura Louise – OEM 2025+

If your brake uses a Magura caliper listed above, simply choose the correct pad shape and then select the compound that best matches your riding conditions.

Choosing the Right Compound for Magura MTB Brakes

Magura brakes are known for high clamping force and controlled lever feel. Gorilla Brakes compounds are formulated to improve bite, reduce fade on long descents, reduce noise and extend pad life — particularly important for MT5, MT7 and Gustav systems.

🏆 Enduro Pro Compound Comparison (Highest Performance)

Compound Backing Plate Dry Perf. Wet Perf. Heat Dissipation Life-span Best For
Enduro Pro Ultimate 🟧 Orange ★★★★★★ ★★★★★★ ★★★★★★ ★★★★★★ MT7 / Gustav, DH, bike park, eMTB, long alpine descents.
Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic 🔵 Blue ★★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★★ All-round trail/enduro riding in mixed conditions.
Enduro Pro Resin ⚫ Black ★★★★ ★★★ ★★★★ ★★★★ Quiet XC/trail riding and dry trail centres.

🏁 Factory Racing Compound Comparison (High Performance)

Compound Backing Plate Dry Perf. Wet Perf. Heat Dissipation Life-span Best For
Factory Racing Titanium ⚪ Titanium ★★★★ ★★★ ★★★★ ★★★ Weight-focused XC / marathon builds in mainly dry conditions.
Factory Racing Stealth 🟪 Stealth Purple ★★★★★ ★★★★ ★★★★ ★★★★ Quiet but powerful trail/enduro braking in mixed weather.
Factory Racing Organic ⚪ Grey ★★★★★★ ★★ ★★ ★★★★ Ultra-quiet singletrack riding and low rotor wear.
Factory Racing – High Durability Green 🟩 Green ★★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★ ★★★★★ Bike-park laps, wet UK winters, eMTB and uplift days.

🔧 Standard Compound – MTB & All-Weather Options

Compound Backing Plate Dry Perf. Wet Perf. Heat Dissipation Life-span Best For
Semi-Metallic ⚫ Black ★★★★ ★★★ ★★★ ★★★ Everyday trail riding and general MTB use.
Ceramic – NANO TECH 🟩 Green ★★★★★ ★★★★ ★★★ ★★★ Dry XC/trail riding and reduced rotor wear.
ENDURO Ceramic 🔴 Red ★★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★ ★★★★ Hot climates, long descents and heavier riders.
Sintered (Metallic) 🟡 Gold ★★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★★★ ★★★★★ Wet winters, mud, maximum durability and fade resistance.

Helpful Resources

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Why Mountain Bikers Trust Gorilla Brakes

Gorilla Brakes pads are tested on Magura systems across XC, trail, enduro, downhill and eMTB riding. Riders choose our compounds for stronger bite, reduced fade, improved heat control and consistent braking performance in harsh conditions — from wet UK winters to long alpine descents.

Every pad is produced in small batches to ensure consistent feel, durability and excellent noise control, even under repeated heavy braking loads.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Magura brakes are compatible with these pads?
These brake pads are compatible with Magura MTB brake systems including MT8 SL / Pro, MT7 / MT7 Pro, MT6, MT5, MT4, MT Trail (Sport & SL), Gustav Pro and many OEM MT-series calipers using the same pad shapes.
What is the best compound for Magura MT7 or Gustav Pro brakes?
For aggressive riding, downhill, bike-park use and eMTBs, Enduro Pro Ultimate or Factory Racing High-Durability (Green) compounds offer the highest heat resistance and longest pad life.
Are these pads suitable for eMTBs with Magura brakes?
Yes. Gorilla Brakes compounds are engineered to handle the higher weight, torque and heat generated by eMTBs. Enduro Pro and Factory Racing Green compounds are particularly well suited to eMTB riding.
Which Magura brake pad compound is the quietest?
For the quietest performance, choose Enduro Pro Resin or Factory Racing Organic. These compounds provide smooth modulation and reduced noise, ideal for XC, trail riding and dry conditions.
Do these pads perform well in wet and muddy conditions?
Absolutely. Sintered (Metallic) and Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic compounds deliver strong, consistent braking in wet, muddy and winter conditions, making them ideal for UK trail riding and year-round MTB use.