If your brake caliper uses Shimano L-Type or K-Type pads, these will fit.
Gorilla Brakes Factory Racing Organic Disc Brake Pads are purpose-built for riders who prioritise
ultra-quiet braking, immediate bite, and refined lever feel over pad longevity.
Using an extremely soft, non-metallic organic racing compound bonded to a lightweight silver backing plate,
these pads deliver instant performance in dry conditions with minimal noise.
This is a specialist race-focused compound.
Pad wear will be significantly faster than other Factory Racing options,
particularly in wet, gritty, or abrasive conditions.
⚠ Important Usage Information
Optimised for dry weather road and gravel riding
Extremely fast wear in wet, muddy, or winter conditions
No bedding-in required — full braking performance immediately
Not designed for riders prioritising long pad life
🔧 Compatibility
Compatible with Shimano disc brake calipers that use L-Type or K-Type pads:
Pad Type
Series
Caliper Model
Typical Use
L / K-Type
Dura-Ace Di2
BR-R9270, BR-R9170
Road racing (dry)
L / K-Type
Ultegra Di2
BR-R8170, BR-R8070
Road & gravel (dry)
L / K-Type
105 Di2
BR-R7170, BR-R7070
Road & gravel (dry)
L / K-Type
Tiagra
BR-4770
Road & gravel (dry)
L / K-Type
GRX
BR-RX820, BR-RX810, BR-RX400
Gravel & adventure (dry)
L / K-Type
Shimano RS Series
BR-RS405, BR-RS785
Road & gravel (dry)
🔥 Compound: Factory Racing Organic
The Factory Racing Organic compound is the quietest and fastest-biting option in the Gorilla Brakes range.
Its ultra-soft formulation delivers immediate response and smooth modulation,
making it ideal for race-day use and performance setups where silence and feel matter most.
Feature
Performance Outcome
Ultra-soft organic compound
Instant bite with near-silent braking
Lightweight silver backing plate
Race-focused construction
No bedding-in required
Full braking performance from first ride
Low rotor abrasion
Minimal disc wear
Shortest pad lifespan
Fastest wearing compound in the Factory Racing range
📦 What’s Included
1 × Pair of disc brake pads (for one caliper)
1 × Pad retention spring clip
Eco-friendly recyclable packaging
🌍 Ideal For
Dry-condition road and gravel riding
Riders seeking ultra-quiet braking and refined lever feel
Race-day installs and performance-focused setups
Applications where silence and instant bite matter more than pad life
Gorilla Brakes is trusted by riders worldwide, with over 13,000 verified positive feedback ratings.
We also work closely with race teams and sponsored riders to validate performance in real-world conditions.
Great stopping power from the start! Quality pads at a very reasonable price delivered next day t stars all round 👌
Hi Gibbo's cycling Services, we're thrilled to hear you're happy with the stopping power and quick delivery! Thanks for choosing Gorilla Brakes and for the great review!
The pads sent do not have the cooling fins attached to them as they should with the Shimano M8220/M8200 calipers .
I’ve not tried fitting the ones sent yet but it is disappointing that they are not the correct spec .
Delivery was fast and service reliable as usual.
Hi Richard, thank you for your feedback and support. We’re sorry the pads were not what you expected. These Factory Racing Organic pads use a non-finned D-type back plate. Shimano lists both finned and non-finned pads as compatible with the four-piston BR-M8220 caliper. We understand you expected fins, so please leave them unused and contact us with your order number. We will arrange a return and help with a suitable alternative. Thank you for your kind words about our delivery and service.
