Gorilla Brakes Compound Comparison
🏁 Gorilla Brakes Compound Comparison
Choosing the right brake pad shouldn’t be guesswork. Whether you're riding trail, racing enduro, commuting, riding road or gravel, or descending long alpine passes, Gorilla Brakes has a compound engineered for your riding style and conditions.
We group our compounds into three clear performance tiers:
- 🏆 Enduro Pro – Highest Performance: Maximum power, heat control, and longevity for aggressive riding.
- 🏁 Factory Racing – High Performance: Ride-feel focused compounds tuned for modulation, control, and braking character.
- 🔧 Standard Compounds – Performance: Reliable, value-driven pads for everyday riding.
🏆 Enduro Pro Compound Comparison (Highest Performance)
| Compound | Backing Plate | Dry Power | Wet Power | Heat Control | Durability | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enduro Pro Ultimate | 🟧 Orange | ★★★★★+ | ★★★★★+ | ★★★★★+ | ★★★★★+ | DH, Enduro, Alpine descents, Gravel racing, e-MTB |
| Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic | 🔵 Blue | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | All-weather trail, enduro, road & gravel |
| Enduro Pro Resin | ⚫ Black | ★★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★★ | Trail, road & gravel with quieter bite |
🏁 Factory Racing Compound Comparison (High Performance)
Factory Racing compounds are tuned for braking character — prioritising modulation, lever feel, noise control, and ride experience. Each compound serves a very different purpose.
| Compound | Material / Plate | Dry Perf. | Wet Perf. | Noise | Durability | Bedding-In | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Factory Racing E-Bike | Hard Compound · Green Plate | ★★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★★★+ | Short | e-MTB, commuters, heavy bikes, road & gravel |
| Factory Racing Titanium | Titanium Blend · Ti Plate | ★★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★ | Minimal | XC, trail, road, gravel, urban riding |
| Factory Racing Stealth | Low-Noise Composite · Purple Plate | ★★★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★ | Short | Quiet trail, e-MTB, road & gravel |
| Factory Racing Organic | Ultra-Soft Organic · Silver Plate | ★★★★★ | ★★☆☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | Not Required | Dry XC, Road, Dry Gravel, Enduro, Downhill, e-MTB (fast wear) |
⚠️ Factory Racing Organic Notice
Durability is based on dry conditions only. In wet or gritty riding this compound will wear very quickly. Designed for instant bite, ultra-quiet braking, and zero bedding-in — ideal for riders who choose silence over longevity.
Durability is based on dry conditions only. In wet or gritty riding this compound will wear very quickly. Designed for instant bite, ultra-quiet braking, and zero bedding-in — ideal for riders who choose silence over longevity.
🔧 Standard Compound Comparison (Performance)
Reliable, affordable compounds designed for everyday riding across road, gravel, commuting, and light MTB use.
| Compound | Backing Plate | Dry Power | Wet Power | Heat Control | Durability | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-Metallic | ⚫ Black | ★★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★ | All-round trail, road, gravel, commuting |
| Ceramic – NANO TECH | 🟢 Green | ★★★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★ | XC, road, gravel, low rotor wear |
| Enduro Ceramic | 🔴 Red | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★★ | e-MTB, heavy riders, hot & dry conditions |
| Sintered | 🟡 Gold | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★+ | ★★★★★ | Wet, muddy riding, alpine descents |
🧠 Which Pad Is Right for You?
- 🚲 Commuting & Urban: Factory Racing E-Bike, Semi-Metallic, Ceramic
- 🌄 Trail & XC: Titanium, Stealth, Ceramic NANO TECH
- 🛣️ Road & Gravel: All compounds — choose based on weather & rider weight
- 🔋 e-MTB & Heavy Riders: Enduro Pro Ultimate, Enduro Ceramic, Factory Racing E-Bike
- ⛰️ Downhill & Alpine: Enduro Pro range, Sintered
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All Gorilla Brakes pads are REACH-compliant and recyclable through our Brake Pad Recycling Program.