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Tektro Orion / Gemini / Dorado – Semi-Metallic Disc Brake Pads (4-Piston) | Gorilla Brakes

Tektro Orion / Gemini / Dorado – Semi-Metallic Disc Brake Pads (4-Piston) | Gorilla Brakes

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Selected compound: Semi-MetallicA versatile everyday compound for commuting, road, gravel and lighter trails. Part of the Gorilla Brakes Performance range for conventional bicycles.

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Front + rear?For front and rear, choose 2 packs if both calipers use this pad shape. Check the pack contents below.
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Gorilla Brakes Semi-Metallic brake pads for the compatible calipers listed below.

Match your existing pad shape and exact caliper model before ordering. The performance information describes the Semi-Metallic friction compound.

At a glance

Specifications

Compound
Semi-Metallic
Backing plate
Steel
Pad shape
Tektro Q10YS / Q11TS and listed Q13RS applications — 4 mm supplied
Riding
Commuting, road, gravel and lighter trails
Pack contents
2 brake pads and 1 pad spring
Coverage
1 compatible brake caliper

Each pack contains one pair of pads (2 pads) and 1 spring for one compatible caliper. For front and rear replacement, check both calipers and order the appropriate pack for each.

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Compatibility

Match the exact caliper model and pad shape to the list below. On Orion HD-M735 and Gemini HD-M530, these pads fit the front four-piston caliper only; the rear uses a different two-piston shape. These pads are supplied at 4 mm thickness. Gorilla Brakes confirms use in the listed Q13RS applications originally specified with 5 mm pads.

Brake familyCompatible calipers
Orion 4PHD-M750, HD-M745
Orion 4×2HD-M735 — front four-piston caliper only
Dorado 4PHD-E720, HD-E725
DoradoHD-E730
Gemini / Gemini SL — Q13RS (original 5 mm application)HD-M530 — front four-piston caliper only; HD-M535
Dorado — Q13RS (original 5 mm application)HD-T737, HD-E731, HD-T731, HD-T747
Auriga+ / Auriga Twin+ — Q13RS (original 5 mm application)HD-E740, HD-E741, HD-E745, HD-E746, HD-E747, HD-T740, HD-T741, HD-T745, HD-T746
Additional Q13RS application (original 5 mm application)HD-E3940

E-bike recommendation

Gorilla Brakes positions standard Semi-Metallic in its Performance range for conventional bicycles. For e-bike riding, Gorilla Brakes recommends the Enduro Pro and Factory Racing brake pad ranges. Match the pad shape and complete brake setup to your bike and its total load.

Rotor compatibility

This compound is suitable for all bicycle disc brake rotor types, including rotors marked “resin pads only”.

Rotor diameter and thickness must meet your brake manufacturer’s specifications. Check rotor condition and minimum permitted thickness before fitting new pads.

Compound performance

Semi-Metallic

A versatile everyday compound for commuting, road, gravel and lighter trails. Part of the Gorilla Brakes Performance range for conventional bicycles.

Actual braking performance and wear depend on your brake setup, rotor, bedding-in and riding conditions.

Heat management

Aluminium or steel backing plates?

These pads use a steel backing plate. The compound guidance describes the standard Semi-Metallic friction material.

Fitting and bedding in

Follow the installation guide for your braking system, then complete the recommended bedding-in procedure before normal riding.

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Your questions

About these brake pads

Fitment, materials and performance explained.

Is this the same compound as Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic?

No. This listing uses standard Semi-Metallic from the Gorilla Brakes Performance range, intended for commuting, road, gravel and lighter trails. Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic is a separate compound with its own published ratings and test results.

How do I check that these pads fit my brakes?

Match the exact caliper model and existing pad shape to the compatibility table on this page. Do not rely on the brake lever name or series alone. Check the front and rear calipers separately, because some systems use different pad shapes at each end.

Which rotors can I use with this compound?

This compound is suitable for all bicycle disc brake rotor types, including rotors marked “resin pads only”. Rotor diameter and thickness must meet your brake manufacturer’s specifications. Check rotor condition and minimum permitted thickness before fitting new pads.

Do new brake pads need bedding in?

Yes. Follow the installation guide and complete the recommended bedding-in procedure before demanding riding. Bedding in prepares the new friction material and establishes an even transfer layer on the rotor.

Which compound does Gorilla Brakes recommend for e-bikes?

Gorilla Brakes positions standard Semi-Metallic in its Performance range for conventional bicycles. For e-bike riding, Gorilla Brakes recommends the Enduro Pro and Factory Racing brake pad ranges. Match the pad shape and complete brake setup to your bike and its total load.

What is included in one pack?

Each pack contains 2 brake pads and 1 pad spring for one compatible caliper. Check the front and rear calipers separately before ordering two packs.

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Anonymous

Absolutely brilliant from Gorrila, great price and are super consistent on the trails even for extreme features and gnarly terrain. Will be buying again from these guys!

Hi there, thanks so much for the brilliant review! We’re delighted the pads are performing consistently on the trails, even on the gnarlier terrain. We really appreciate your support and look forward to your next order!

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Matt S

I bought a brand new E-MTB and was getting bad brake fade. After reading some reviews, I opted for these, and I'm so glad I did, they made a massive difference to my bike which now stops when i want it to. Highly recommended brake pads!

Hi Matt,
We’d absolutely love to get our hands on the old brake pads you experienced fade with!
If you could contact us directly, we'd be more than happy to buy them from you so we can put them through our brake dynamometer (DYNO) and see exactly what happened. We’re obsessed with testing, gathering data and understanding how different compounds perform under extreme conditions.
We’ll arrange a prepaid return label, so there’s absolutely no cost to you. We’ll also credit your account as a thank you and make sure the pads are properly recycled once we’ve finished testing them.
Our Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic is a fantastic compound, and it’s something we’re genuinely proud of. In our testing, it has outperformed the vast majority of compounds we've compared it against. We’ve even pushed it to 600°C, where it continued to perform while other brands had already failed.
That’s why we’re so interested in investigating any reported fade. Real-world feedback is incredibly valuable to us, and being able to test the actual pads helps us understand exactly what’s going on rather than simply guessing.
Thanks again for taking the time to leave a review. We really appreciate it, and hopefully we can get those pads onto our DYNO!
Have a fantastic week!
The Gorilla Brakes Team 🦍

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John Collins

Great experience. Website very clear and advice helpful. Much easier than trying to determine the right version for using the original brake manufactures website. Easy to fit, work well and a good price.

Hi John, thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that you had a great experience and that our products and service met your expectations. Enjoy your ride with the new brake pads!

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Anonymous

Really nice pads fit nice and more breaking power Amazing

Hi there! We're thrilled to hear you're happy with the pads and their performance. Thanks for sharing your experience!

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David Scourfield

The folks at gorilla brakes were really helpful in discussing the best brake pad option for my bike/riding, and taking the time to explain about getting the most from the brake setup, thanks for the link to the video too, really helpful. The pads are on, and will see how they go in the Alps in a couple of weeks time.

Hi David , thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear the guidance was helpful. Enjoy your ride in the Alps, and we hope the pads perform perfectly. Safe travels!

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Miss W F Mead

Really fast delivery, good quality brake pads. Easy to fit. Good value for money. What's not to like 😁

Hey there! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are thrilled to hear that you received your brake pads quickly and that they were easy to install. Our team works hard to provide good quality products at a great value, so it's always great to hear positive feedback. We appreciate your support and thank you for choosing Gorilla Brakes! 😊

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David Lindsey

Great pads

Thank you for your positive feedback on our Tektro Orion/Gemini/Dorado semi-metallic disc brake pads! We're glad to hear they are working well for you. Happy riding!

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Anonymous

Quick service and very good quality product

Thank you for your positive feedback on our Tektro Orion / Gemini / Dorado – Sintered Disc Brake Pads! We're glad to hear that you received quick service and are satisfied with the quality of our product. We strive to provide top-notch customer service and products, and we appreciate your support. Happy riding with Gorilla Brakes!

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Matt Bailey

These brakes make all the difference, they are another level i am really pleased with them.

Hi there! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review for our Tektro Orion / Gemini / Dorado – Enduro Pro Ultimate Disc Brake Pads. We're happy to hear that they have made a noticeable difference for you and that you're pleased with their performance. We appreciate your support and hope you continue to enjoy riding with our products. Ride on!

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Mike Curnow

Good replacement pads.

Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that our Tektro Orion / Gemini / Dorado brake pads were a good replacement for you. We strive to provide high quality products that deliver top performance. Thanks for choosing Gorilla Brakes!

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Jeff

The brake pads look great. Shipping was fast. I bought these to stock up after I changed my brake pads. I can't try them out until my next
brake pad change possibly later this year I'll have a set on my bike.

Hi Jeff,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We're glad to hear that you are happy with the appearance of your new brake pads and that the shipping was fast. We hope these will be a great addition to your bike when it's time for a brake pad change. Let us know if you have any questions or concerns in the meantime.

Happy riding!
The Gorilla Brakes team

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Anonymous

Exzellent seller, highly recommendrd!

Thank you for your kind words and recommendation! We are thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with our product. If you ever need any assistance in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Happy braking!