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This collection includes Gorilla Brakes pads for every major Shimano mountain bike brake system from the newest 12-speed models to older legacy calipers still widely used today. All pads are designed for Shimano mineral-oil hydraulic brakes across XC, trail, all-mountain, enduro, downhill and eMTB riding.
Common on trail bikes, hardtails & eMTBs:
If your Shimano MTB brake appears above — or uses the same pad shape — you can confidently choose any Gorilla Brakes compound on this page. Select the correct pad type (2-piston or 4-piston), then choose the compound that fits your riding style, terrain and rotor size.
Shimano MTB brakes are known for their powerful bite and easy modulation, but long descents, heavy bikes and muddy conditions create a lot of heat and wear. Gorilla Brakes compounds are tuned to give you more control, better fade resistance and longer pad life – whether you’re riding local trail centres, bike parks or full alpine enduro stages.
Enduro Pro is our highest-performance option for aggressive riding and eMTB. Factory Racing compounds deliver quiet, high-power braking with race-focused feel, while our Standard compounds provide durable all-weather performance for everyday MTB use.
| Compound | Backing Plate | Dry Perf. | Wet Perf. | Heat Dissipation | Life-span | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enduro Pro Ultimate | 🟧 Orange | ★★★★★★ | ★★★★★★ | ★★★★★★ | ★★★★★★ | Maximum stopping power for Shimano Saint, Zee, XTR/XT 4-piston brakes, bike-park laps, eMTB and long alpine descents. |
| Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic | 🔵 Blue | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | All-round trail/enduro performance on XT, SLX and Deore brakes in mixed conditions, including UK winters. |
| Enduro Pro Resin | ⚫ Black | ★★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★★ | Quiet braking and excellent modulation for XC and lighter trail riders using 2-piston Shimano brakes. |
| Compound | Backing Plate | Dry Perf. | Wet Perf. | Heat Dissipation | Life-span | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Factory Racing Titanium | ⚪ Titanium | ★★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★ | Weight-conscious XTR/XT XC and marathon builds in mainly dry conditions. |
| Factory Racing Stealth | 🟪 Stealth Purple | ★★★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★★ | Quiet but powerful braking for SLX/Deore and XT trail/enduro bikes in mixed weather. |
| Factory Racing Organic | ⚪ Grey | ★★★★★★ | ★★ | ★★ | ★★★★ | Ultra-quiet singletrack and woodland riding where low rotor noise and smooth feel are the priority. |
| Factory Racing – High Durability Green | 🟩 Green | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★★★ | Bike-park days, uplift riding, wet UK winters and eMTB use where pad life on Shimano 4-piston brakes is critical. |
| Compound | Backing Plate | Dry Perf. | Wet Perf. | Heat Dissipation | Life-span | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-Metallic | ⚫ Black | ★★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★ | Everyday trail riding and blue/red graded singletrack on Shimano Deore, SLX and XT brakes. |
| Ceramic – NANO TECH | 🟩 Green | ★★★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★ | Dry XC/trail conditions, reduced rotor wear and lighter riders looking for sharp lever feel. |
| ENDURO Ceramic | 🔴 Red | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★★ | Hot climates, long mountain descents and heavier riders on XT/SLX/Deore 4-piston brakes. |
| Sintered (Metallic) | 🟡 Gold | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | The wettest, muddiest conditions, winter riding and high-mileage eMTB commuting on Shimano MTB brakes. |
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Gorilla Brakes pads are real-world tested on Shimano-equipped XC, trail, enduro, downhill and eMTB bikes across UK trail centres, European bike parks and long alpine descents. Riders choose our compounds for stronger bite, better control on steep terrain and consistent performance in all conditions.
Every pad is produced in small batches to ensure consistency, durability and excellent noise reduction, helping you get the most from your Shimano MTB brakes on every ride.