Stop with confidence! If your brakes are starting to feel weak, it may be time to replace your pads.
Type G pads are non-finned brake pads to suit Shimano 2-piston brakes. The same pad shape is available in Type J which is the finned version of this pad.
The G03A and G03S pads are a newer resin compound that has 40% longer wear resistance than the G02A and G02S pads.
Sintered/Metallic:
- Pros
- Less fade at higher temperatures.
- Perform better in wet conditions.
- longer lasting.
- Better for heavier riders and heavy, sustained braking.
- Cons
- Less Initial bite
- Noisier
Resin/Organic:
- Pros
- Quiet.
- Better initial bite.
- Cons
- Tend to wear out faster
- Don't perform as well in wet conditions.
Brake Compatibility:
- BR-M900
- BR-M9020
- BR-M987
- BR-M985
- BR-M8000
- BR-M785
- BR-M675
- BR-M666
- BR-M615
- BR-S700
- BR-R785
- BR-RS785
- BR-CX75
- BR-R515
- BR-R315
To confirm what model brake pad will suit your Shimano Brakes, Click here. Be sure to confirm your brake model number(eg. BR-M8000), found on the caliper.
To purchase the Type J (finned) pads, Click here.
Reviews
Great price
by Andrew Belger
Works great and a great price
Great stopping power
by Geoff Portelli
I purchased these pads for an upcoming trip to Stromlo Mountain Bike Park. I found these pads to have improved my stopping power and riding experience overall and made the weekend of riding extremely enjoyable. Thanks for the quick delivery and great product every time.
Genuine quality
by Brad
Worked great as always with Shimano bits
Always a great experience
by Leslie B. -
Great selection at a good price, easy ordering process, quick postage and prompt delivery. What more could you ask for?
Love these Pads!
by Michael G. -
Great power, great wear life and excellent in the wet
Ratings & Reviews
5 reviews
Great price
by Andrew Belger
Works great and a great price
Great stopping power
by Geoff Portelli
I purchased these pads for an upcoming trip to Stromlo Mountain Bike Park. I found these pads to have improved my stopping power and riding experience overall and made the weekend of riding extremely enjoyable. Thanks for the quick delivery and great product every time.
Genuine quality
by Brad
Worked great as always with Shimano bits
Always a great experience
by Leslie B. -
Great selection at a good price, easy ordering process, quick postage and prompt delivery. What more could you ask for?
Love these Pads!
by Michael G. -
Great power, great wear life and excellent in the wet
Specifications
| Item | Barcode |
| Shimano Type G Brake Pad | Y8LW980 |
| Aluminium - Resin - Organic - G03A | 4550170446123 |
| Steel - Resin - Organic - G03S | 4550170446116 |
| Steel - Sintered - Metallic - G04S | 4524667956228 |
| Titanium - Sintered - Metallic - G04TI | 4524667919582 |