Gorilla Brakes · Replacement disc brake pads

Brake Pads for SRAM / AVID BB5 / BB7 Mechanical Calipers

Choose Gorilla Brakes pads for your Avid or SRAM BB5 or BB7 mechanical caliper. BB5 and BB7 use different pad shapes.

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BrandSRAM
Caliper Model: BB5
Type: Mechanical Disc Brake
BrandSRAM
Caliper Model: BB7
Type: Mechanical Disc Brake (MTB, Road, CX)
BrandAVID
Caliper Model: BB5
Type: Mechanical Disc Brake
BrandAVID
Caliper Model: BB7
Type: Mechanical Disc Brake
BB5 and BB7 are separate fitments. A BB5 pad does not also fit BB7select the product explicitly labelled for your exact caliper model.

Upgrade mechanical braking with Gorilla Brakes disc brake pads, precision-matched for SRAM and Avid BB5 & BB7 mechanical calipers.

Gorilla Brakes offers premium replacement pads for the popular SRAM and AVID BB5 / BB7 mechanical disc brake systems. Whether you're riding road, cyclocross, gravel, or MTB, our pads are engineered for smooth modulation, extended wear, and consistent stopping power in all conditions.

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Enduro Pro

Our highest-performance range.

Factory Racing

Performance-focused options.

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Everyday riding options.

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Sintered is a good choice for cold, wet and muddy riding. It generates substantial heat, which can transfer to the caliper faster than with other compounds in our range. For high-heat applications, we recommend Enduro Pro and Factory Racing compounds. Semi-Metallic is a versatile everyday option for commuting, road, gravel and lighter trails on conventional bicycles.

Choose only the compounds offered for this exact fitment. These Performance options are for conventional bicycles. If you need an e-bike or heavy-load recommendation for this caliper, contact us with the model before ordering.

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Brake Pads for SRAM / AVID BB5 / BB7 Mechanical Calipers FAQs

A little help with fitment, compounds and getting ready to ride.

Do Avid and SRAM BB5 / BB7 names identify one pad shape?

No. You may see Avid or SRAM naming for these mechanical calipers, but BB5 and BB7 are separate pad fitments. Choose the product explicitly labelled for your exact BB5 or BB7 caliper and compare its pad outline. A BB5 pad does not also fit BB7.

Which of the available compounds should I compare?

Sintered is a good choice for cold, wet and muddy riding. It generates substantial heat, which can transfer to the caliper faster than with other compounds in our range. For high-heat applications, we recommend Enduro Pro and Factory Racing compounds. Semi-Metallic is a versatile everyday option for commuting, road, gravel and lighter trails on conventional bicycles.

How should I prepare the rotor and bed in new pads?

Check the rotor’s condition, wear limit and permitted pad material. Follow the installation instructions for your caliper and our bedding-in guide, including rotor preparation when changing compounds.

What if I cannot identify the exact caliper or pad?

Send Gorilla Brakes a clear photo of the caliper markings and both sides of the old pad, with its dimensions if possible. We can help establish the pad shape before you choose a compound.