E-Bike Brake Pads

Heavy-duty brake pads for e-bikes. Gravity or Sintered recommended. Ships within 24 hours from North Vancouver.

⚡ Best E-Bike Compounds: SINTERED or GRAVITY

Sintered (Most Popular): Metallic compound handles extra weight and heat. Lasts 2-3x longer than organic pads. Best all-around choice for e-bikes.

Gravity (Excellent Alternative): Organic compound with high metal content. Better heat resistance than standard organic pads. Great for e-MTBs that want organic feel with e-bike durability.

Not Sure Which Pads Fit Your E-Bike?

Shimano (Most Common)

  • • MT520 (4-piston)
  • • MT420 (4-piston)
  • • XT M8120 / SLX M7120

SRAM

  • • Code (4-piston)
  • • G2 (4-piston)

Magura

  • • MT5e / MT7e
  • • MT Trail / MT4

Tektro

  • • HD-E715 / HD-E725
  • • HD-M745

Check your caliper: Model number is stamped on the side

Why E-Bikes Need Different Pads

E-bikes are heavier (50-70 lbs), faster, and brake more frequently than regular bikes. This generates significantly more heat and accelerates pad wear.

20-30%
more weight
2-3x
faster pad wear
Higher
speeds & force
More
heat = faster fade

Stock pads can wear out in weeks under e-bike demands. Our heavy-duty pads are designed for the extra stress and last 2-3x longer than OEM.

E-Bike Brake Pad Compounds

MOST POPULAR

SINTERED

100% metallic compound. Best all-around for e-bikes. Handles heat and weight. Lasts 2-3x longer.

  • ✓ All e-bike types
  • ✓ Hilly terrain
  • ✓ Speeds over 20mph
  • ✓ Maximum lifespan
EXCELLENT CHOICE

GRAVITY

Organic compound with high metal content. Better heat resistance than standard organic. Great for e-MTBs that want organic feel.

  • ✓ E-MTBs & aggressive riding
  • ✓ Available with cooling fins
  • ✓ Organic feel + e-bike durability
  • ✓ Strong initial bite
LIMITED USE

TRAIL / CITY

Standard organic compounds. Only for specific situations. Wear faster on e-bikes.

  • • Flat urban riding only
  • • Under 20mph speeds
  • • Short commutes
  • • Not for trail/hills

💡 Why Gravity Works for E-Bikes

Unlike standard organic pads (Trail/City), Gravity pads have a higher metal content in the compound. This gives them better heat resistance and durability under e-bike loads while maintaining the smooth modulation and quiet operation of organic pads. Think of it as a hybrid compound optimized for aggressive riding.

Most E-Bikes Have 4-Piston Brakes

4-piston brakes provide 40-60% more stopping power and better heat management. They use larger pads than 2-piston brakes.

Check your brake type:

Look at the caliper - you'll see either 2 or 4 pistons (the round cylinders). Most e-bikes use 4-piston.

E-Bike Brake Maintenance

E-bikes wear pads 2-3x faster than regular bikes. Check monthly:

Replace pads
Every 500-1000 miles
Check thickness
Every 2-4 weeks
Bleed brakes
Every 6 months
Replace when
Less than 1mm left

Frequently Asked Questions

Which compound should I choose for my e-bike?

Sintered is best for most e-bikes (longest lifespan, best heat resistance).

Gravity is excellent for e-MTBs - it's an organic compound with high metal content that handles e-bike demands better than standard organic pads. Trail/City pads only work for flat urban riding under 20mph.

How often should I replace e-bike brake pads?

Every 500-1000 miles (vs 1000-2000 for regular bikes). Check monthly - replace when less than 1mm compound remains. Sintered lasts longest, Gravity is in the middle, Trail/City wear fastest on e-bikes.

Can I use organic pads on my e-MTB?

Yes - but only Gravity organic pads. They have higher metal content than standard organic pads, giving them better heat resistance and durability for e-bike loads. Standard organic pads (Trail/City) wear too quickly on e-MTBs and can fade on descents.

What's the difference between Gravity and Trail organic pads?

Gravityhas high metal content for better heat resistance and durability - designed for aggressive riding and e-bikes.Trailis a softer organic compound with best modulation but wears too quickly under e-bike loads. Think of Gravity as "organic pads for e-bikes."