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Compatible with Shimano G-Type and J-Type 2-piston calipers — built for riders who want maximum durability and
consistent braking in wet, muddy, and high-heat conditions.
Gorilla Brakes Sintered Disc Brake Pads deliver rugged, all-weather braking performance for Shimano
Deore, SLX, XT, and XTR systems. Designed to resist heat fade and pad wear, they maintain strong bite and stable control
even under demanding e-MTB loads. Fully e-bike approved.
✅ Compatible Shimano Calipers
| Model |
Groupset |
| BR-M615 |
Deore, SLX |
| BR-M666 |
SLX |
| BR-M675 |
SLX |
| BR-M785 |
XT, XTR |
| BR-M985 / M987 / M988 |
XTR |
| BR-M6000 / M7000 / M7100 |
Deore / SLX |
| BR-M8000 / M8100 |
XT |
| BR-M9000 / M9020 |
XTR |
| BR-R315 / R317 / R515 / R517 |
Tourney, Claris |
| BR-R785 / RS785 / S700 |
Ultegra, Dura-Ace |
| BR-CX75 / CX77 |
Cyclocross |
🔥 Compound: Standard Sintered
The Sintered compound is engineered for reliability and endurance in harsh riding conditions.
Its metallic structure delivers strong, repeatable braking through mud, rain, grit, and sustained heat — making it a
top choice for trail, enduro, and e-MTB riding where longevity matters.
| Feature |
Performance Benefit |
| Metallic sintered compound |
Maximum durability and consistent bite |
| High heat capacity |
Fade-resistant braking on long descents |
| All-weather stability |
Reliable control in wet, muddy, and dusty conditions |
| Strong backing plate support |
Stable feel under heavy braking loads |
| Precision fit |
Exact match for Shimano G / J-Type 2-piston calipers |
📦 What’s Included
- 1 × Pair of disc brake pads (for one caliper)
- 1 × Pad retention spring clip
- Eco-friendly recyclable packaging
🌍 Ideal For
- Trail, enduro, and e-MTB riding
- Wet and muddy conditions
- Riders prioritising durability and consistent braking
Brake pads for Shimano BR-M8100
Shimano BR-M8100 is a 2-piston caliper using the Shimano G-Type or finned J-Type pad shape. Shimano lists G05A-RX, G04S-MX, J05A-RF and J04C-MF pad references for this caliper.
Gorilla Brain maps BR-M8100 to our Shimano XT, SLX, XTR and Deore 2-Piston Brake Pad collection. Verified Gorilla Brakes options include Sintered, Semi-Metallic, Ceramic, Enduro Ceramic, Enduro Pro Resin, Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic, Enduro Pro Ultimate, Factory Racing, Factory Racing Organic, Factory Racing Stealth and Factory Racing Titanium.
Check that BR-M8100 is printed on your caliper before ordering. Do not rely on pad appearance alone. You can also check BR-M8100 in the Gorilla Brakes Finder, compare the available brake pad compounds, or follow the disc brake pad fitting guide.
Product specification
| Brand |
Gorilla Brakes |
| Product type |
Disc brake pads |
| Caliper family |
Shimano G-Type and J-Type 2-piston |
| Verified example caliper |
Shimano BR-M8100 |
| Shimano pad references for BR-M8100 |
G05A-RX, G04S-MX, J05A-RF and J04C-MF |
| Compound |
Standard sintered |
| Discipline |
MTB, including trail and enduro; listed for e-MTB use |
| E-bike status |
Listed by Gorilla Brakes as e-bike approved |
| Front/rear use |
Front or rear where the fitted caliper is compatible |
| Pack quantity |
One pair for one caliper, with one retention spring clip |
| Material |
Metallic sintered friction compound |
| Shopify product ID |
15148059787647 |
| Variant ID |
55604240613759 |
| SKU |
N33-XT-SIN-SHIM |
| Barcode |
5061085001226 |
| Availability checked 20 August 2026 |
Available |
| Gorilla Brain result |
Verified 2-piston collection match for BR-M8100 |
Need help with brake noise? Read our Sintered Brake Pad Noise Guide.
