• HEL Advocate Disc Brake Pads – Gorilla Brakes Enduro Pro Compounds
  • HEL Advocate Disc Brake Pads – Gorilla Brakes Enduro Pro Compounds
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HEL Advocate Disc Brake Pads – Gorilla Brakes Enduro Pro Compounds

HEL Advocate Disc Brake Pads – Gorilla Brakes Enduro Pro Compounds

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Selected compound: Enduro Pro UltimateOur published compound testing shows strong braking output as rotor temperatures rise. Enduro Pro Ultimate also achieved the best wear resistance within the bench test group.

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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 Enduro Pro replacement pads for HEL Advocate 4-piston calipers, available in Ultimate, Semi-Metallic and Resin compounds.

Choose your compound above to see its information, ratings and test graph. All three options use a steel backing plate and the same pad shape.

At a glance

Specifications

Compound
Enduro Pro Ultimate
Backing plate
Steel
Pad shape
Shimano D-Type 03
Riding
Choose your compound for trail, enduro or e-MTB riding
Pack contents
2 brake pads and 1 stainless steel pad spring
Coverage
1 compatible brake caliper

Each pack contains 2 brake pads and 1 stainless steel spring, for one HEL Advocate caliper. Order two packs to replace both front and rear pads after checking both calipers use this shape.

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Compatibility

These pads fit HEL Advocate 4-piston calipers using the Shimano D-Type 03 pad shape. Check the caliper model and match your existing pad shape before ordering.

Brake familyCompatible calipers
HELAdvocate 4-piston

All three compounds are e-bike rated

All Enduro Pro compounds are e-bike rated. These pads fit HEL Advocate calipers; match the complete brake setup to your bike and its total load. For demanding e-MTB riding and prolonged descents, explore Enduro Pro Ultimate or Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic.

Rotor compatibility

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

HEL specifies 180–223 mm rotor diameter and 1.8–2.3 mm rotor thickness for the Advocate caliper. Your frame, fork, rotor and mounting adapter must also support the chosen setup. Check rotor condition and minimum permitted thickness before fitting new pads.

Compound performance

Enduro Pro Ultimate

Our published compound testing shows strong braking output as rotor temperatures rise. Enduro Pro Ultimate also achieved the best wear resistance within the bench test group.

These findings describe the samples and setups tested. Actual performance and wear depend on your braking system and riding conditions.

Compound ratings out of 10

These scores describe the friction compound.

Braking performance
10
Fade resistance
10
Heat resistance
10
Lifespan
10
Quietness
8

Ratings from the supplied Enduro Pro compound chart. Higher scores indicate stronger performance in that category; a higher quietness score means quieter braking.

Heat management

Caliper temperature vs rotor temperature

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All curves shown

Caliper temperature vs rotor temperature Indicative comparison of caliper temperature against rotor temperature, both in °C, for Sintered, Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic, Enduro Pro Resin and Enduro Pro Ultimate. 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 Rotor temperature (°C) 25 35 45 55 65 75 85 95 105 115 125 Caliper temperature (°C) Sintered Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic Enduro Pro Resin Enduro Pro Ultimate SinteredEnduro Pro Semi-MetallicEnduro Pro ResinEnduro Pro Ultimate
All testing is carried out by Adam Read, Hine-R Engineering, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom.
About this test

The horizontal axis shows rotor temperature; the vertical axis shows caliper temperature. At the same rotor temperature, a lower curve means a cooler caliper in this test setup. Consider this alongside braking power, pad life and correct fitment when choosing pads for long descents or heavier loads.

Indicative test comparison. Results relate to the tested samples and setup.

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Compare braking power across compounds

All eight curves use the Shimano XT RT86 rotor. Choose a compound to highlight its tested result.

Why some curves stop earlier

Each test run stopped when the measured caliper temperature reached 120°C, the stopping threshold used to protect the piston seals in this test setup. The horizontal axis shows rotor temperature. Sintered’s shorter curve means the caliper reached the limit at a lower rotor temperature.

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All curves shown

Gorilla compounds: braking power Bedded-in Gorilla pads tested with the Shimano XT RT86 rotor. Horizontal axis: rotor temperature (°C). Vertical axis: braking power (W), starting at 0. Approximate reconstruction from the supplied test graph. Samples: Enduro Pro Ultimate · Shimano XT RT86 rotor; Enduro Pro Ultimate · Aluminium backing · Shimano XT RT86 rotor; Enduro Pro Resin Black · Shimano XT RT86 rotor; Enduro Pro Semi Metallic Blue · Shimano XT RT86 rotor; Sintered · Shimano XT RT86 rotor; Factory Racing Stealth Purple · Shimano XT RT86 rotor; Factory Racing Green · Shimano XT RT86 rotor; Factory Racing Organic · Shimano XT RT86 rotor. Gorilla compounds: braking power 75 150 225 300 375 450 0 300 600 900 1,200 1,500 Rotor temperature (°C) Braking power (W) Each curve ends when the caliper reaches 120°C, the stopping limit used in this test. Approximate reconstruction from the supplied test image. Y-axis starts at 0.
All testing is carried out by Adam Read, Hine-R Engineering, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom.
About this test

This chart compares braking power for bedded-in pads, all tested with the Shimano XT RT86 rotor. The horizontal axis shows rotor temperature (°C); the vertical axis shows braking power (W). Each curve represents the compound and backing-plate configuration named in the selector. Compare curves within their plotted ranges; no result is shown beyond the end of a curve.

Two Enduro Pro Ultimate results are shown: the main comparison sample and the aluminium-backed sample. Both used the Shimano XT RT86 rotor. Compare each curve as its labelled backing-plate configuration.

Test context: All pads shown can be good choices for their intended use when correctly matched to the bike and rotor, installed and bedded in. A lower or shorter curve does not by itself make a pad a poor everyday choice. Real riding temperatures depend on the route, total load, braking technique and setup; this test does not establish a temperature limit for the average rider. Rotor choice can substantially affect braking power, but these results apply to the tested combinations. This comparison does not guarantee the same improvement on another bike or identify one best pad for every rider.

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Fitting and bedding in

Follow our installation guide, then complete the recommended bedding-in procedure to prepare the new friction material and establish an even transfer layer on the rotor. Keep pads and rotors free of contamination and check correct brake operation before riding.

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Help & fitting

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Your questions

About these brake pads

Fitment, materials and performance explained.

Which brakes do these pads fit?

HEL Advocate 4-piston calipers using the Shimano D-Type 03 pad shape. Check the model on your caliper before ordering.

What comes in one pack?

2 brake pads and 1 stainless steel spring for one compatible caliper. Choose two packs if replacing both front and rear pads and both calipers use this shape.

Do the ratings change when I choose a compound?

Yes. Selecting a compound updates its information, ratings and graph. Ratings describe the compound rather than the HEL caliper, backing plate or this particular pad shape. Each graph identifies its own test comparison.

Are all three compounds e-bike rated?

Yes. All Enduro Pro compounds are e-bike rated. Match the pad fitment and complete brake setup to the bike and its total load.

What rotor dimensions can the HEL Advocate use?

HEL specifies rotor diameters from 180 to 223 mm and thicknesses from 1.8 to 2.3 mm. Frame, fork and adapter compatibility must also be checked.

Do new pads need bedding in?

Yes. Follow the installation and bedding-in instructions, keep the friction surfaces clean, and check correct brake operation before riding.

Which backing plate do these pads use?

All three HEL Advocate options — Enduro Pro Ultimate, Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic and Enduro Pro Resin — use a steel backing plate.

Can I use every rotor type with every compound?

All three Enduro Pro compounds offered here are suitable for all bicycle disc brake rotor types, including rotors marked “resin pads only”. The rotor dimensions and condition must also meet the requirements of the HEL Advocate caliper and your complete bike setup.

Product video

Enduro Pro brake pad compounds

An overview of Enduro Pro Ultimate, Semi-Metallic and Resin. Select a compound above to see its information, ratings and test graph.

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Nicholas windsor

Delivered on time.exellent product .got them on myGT e force excellent 👍

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Thank you for leaving a review, Glad to hear that you are satisfied with our HEL Advocate Disc Brake Pads.and good to know that they are performing well on your GT e force. We appreciate your support and hope to continue providing you with excellent products in the future. Happy riding! ‍♂️

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David Morgan

Haven’t used them yet but fast and easy delivery

Hi David, thanks for your kind words! We're glad the delivery was quick and easy. Hope you enjoy using the brakes when you get the chance! if you have any issues please let us know