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Shimano Type N Brake Pad

Shimano Type N Brake Pad

5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
7 Reviews

Regular price $41.95–$54.95
Regular price Sale price $41.95–$54.95

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Pad Compound Option Price Add to Wishlist
Resin - Organic N03A-RF
Regular price $41.95
Regular price Sale price $41.95
SKU: 4550170327385
Sintered - Metallic N04C
Regular price $54.95
Regular price Sale price $54.95
SKU: 4550170639457
N03A-RF
Resin - Organic

Regular price $41.95
Regular price Sale price $41.95

N04C
Sintered - Metallic

Regular price $54.95
Regular price Sale price $54.95

Description

There are a lot of great aftermarket brake pads out there but very few work as well as the factory brake pads the manufacturer produces. Shimano's own Type N Brake Pads are no different. They feature Ice-Tech cooling fins to combat heat generated from sustained braking. The cooling fins can be seen sitting at the top of the brake pad (above the braking surface) and tests have shown they work tremendously. 

The latest N03A-RF is said to have 50% better wear than the previous N03A models with improved modulation and even quieter operation. The previous N03A pads were a newer resin compound that had 40% longer wear resistance than the previous N02A  pads. Soon, the pads will never wear out!

With terrific wear characteristics, heat dissipation, braking power and consistency why would you choose anything else? 

Who's this item for: Riders in need of replacement brake pads for their Shimano XTR BR-M9120, XT BR-M8120, or SLX BR-M7120 brakes.

Pad Material:

  • Resin - Organic, Offers great initial bite and noise reduction in both dry and wet conditions. Braking performance can fade slightly when the brakes get really hot from heavy, sustained braking. Resin - Organic brake pads due tend to wear out faster than Sintered - Metallic pads but your brake discs last longer.
  • Sintered - Metallic, Tend to be noisier in both wet and dry conditions but are more temperature stable, offering better performance in steep terrain under heavy, sustained braking. They do last longer than the Resin - Organic pads but wear out your brake disc faster. 

Brake caliper compatibility: 

  • XTR BR-M9120
  • XT BR-M8120
  • SLX BR-M7120
  • Deore BR-6120 

Not compatible with Saint, Zee, or XT BR-M8020 due to the shape of the fins (go for Type H, or Type D). 

Stand out features: Aluminium cooling fins to help combat heat related issues that affect braking performance. 

What's in the box: 

  • 1 x pair of brake pads
  • 1 x retainer spring

Non-finned pad alternative: Check out the Type D brake pads for a non-finned alternative that will fit a wider variety of Shimano 4-piston calipers.

Pros: Ice-Tech cooling fins have been proven in testing to reduce heat build up from heavy, sustained braking.

Cons: Not compatible with Shimano's earlier model 4-piston brakes due to the shape of the fins.

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Product Reviews

5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
Based on 7 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 7 Total 4 star reviews: 0 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
100%would recommend this product
7 reviews
  • Gerard W.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    7 months ago
    Expensive but solid performance

    They stop. Quieter than the metal in the wet.

  • Nicolas
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Excellent brake pads

    Excellent brake pads, never let me down even on the most demanding downhill.

  • Bill
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Braking News....

    These work way better than organic pads. Worth the extra cost.

  • Lance Arthur K.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Great pads for my riding conditions

    I have used these pads for 18 months and they have given good service

  • Coogs
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Exc product with prompt delivery.

    Not yet fitted as they part of my bike packing emergency kit. Even with Covid delays delivery was prompt.

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