Factory Racing Titanium for Shimano pairs our Stealth friction compound with a lightweight titanium backing plate, designed to help limit heat transfer into the caliper during sustained braking. This supports more consistent lever feel on longer or harder descents while keeping overall pad weight low.
In simple terms: Factory Racing Titanium is for Shimano riders who like the smooth, predictable feel of our Stealth compound but want improved heat control for e-bikes, downhill and enduro riding, long road descents, and demanding gravel riding.
🆚 Titanium vs Steel Backing Plates
Factory Racing Titanium and Factory Racing Stealth use the same Stealth friction compound. The difference between them is the backing plate material and how it manages heat during braking.
| Feature | Titanium Backing Plate | Steel Backing Plate |
|---|---|---|
| Friction compound | Stealth compound | Stealth compound |
| Braking power & feel | Identical | Identical |
| Heat transfer to caliper | Lower heat transfer during sustained braking | Higher heat transfer compared to titanium |
| Weight | Slightly lighter | Standard |
| Noise behaviour | Quiet when correctly bedded in | Quiet when correctly bedded in |
| Best suited for | Long descents, downhill, enduro, gravel riding, heavier e-bikes | Everyday riding, trail, road & gravel use |
In short: Choose titanium-backed pads if you regularly ride long or high-temperature descents. Choose steel-backed pads if you want the same braking feel and performance for general riding at a lower cost.
🩶 Factory Racing Titanium – Shimano Compound Information
📦 Compatible Shimano Brake Models
Shimano MTB Disc Brakes: XTR (M9100 / M9120 / M9200 / M9220), XT (M8100 / M8120 / M8200 / M8220), SLX (M7100 / M7120), Deore (M6100 / M6120), Deore M5100, Saint (M820), ZEE (M640), CUES (U6000 / U8000), MT520, MT420, MT410, MT400, MT200 / MT201
Shimano Road, Gravel & Cyclocross: Dura-Ace (BR-R9270 / BR-R9170), Ultegra (BR-R8170 / BR-R8070), 105 (BR-R7170 / BR-R7070), Tiagra (BR-4770), GRX (RX820 / RX810 / RX610 / RX400), RS785, RS805, RS505, RS405
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