Top Brake Ceramic Brake Pads for Shimano

Top Brake ceramic brake pads are made from KEVLAR® and high-quality ceramic material. Shimano bikes benefit from these ceramic brake pads, which provide superior heat resistance, improved braking performance, and a longer lifespan, all contributing to safer rides.

  • Outstanding heat resistance

  • Compatible with most Shimano bike types

  • Exceptional initial braking performance

  • Quick Bedding in and Good modulation

BD01-1-Ceramic Compound for Shimano-Top Brake
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Shimano Deore M525 M575 T615 Tektro Trp Spyre Ceramic compound MTB Disc Brake Pad BD01-P

Price range: $ 22.98 through $ 42.98
BD02-1-Ceramic Compound for Shimano-Top Brake
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Shimano DeoreXT M8100XTR M985 M987 M988 Rever FSA Ceramic compound MTB Disc Brake Pad BD02-P

Price range: $ 22.98 through $ 24.98
BD13-1-Ceramic Compound for Shimano-Top Brake
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Shimano Dura Ace R9170 Tektro HD-R310 R510 Rever Trp Ceramic compound Road bike Disc Brake Pad BD13-P

Price range: $ 22.98 through $ 42.98
top brake disc brake pad for Shimano Deore XT M765, M775, M776
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Shimano XTR M965 966 975 975P SLX BR-M665 Trp Ceramic compound Road bike Disc Brake Pad BD18-P

$ 22.98
Ceramic Shimano BD07-Top Brake
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Shimano ZEE BR-M640 MT420 Tektro XX XO Trp Quadiem G-Spec SL Ceramic compound MTB Disc Brake Pad BD07-P

Price range: $ 24.98 through $ 44.98

Compatible Ceramic Brake Pads for Shimano

Supported Shimano Models Compatibility Chart
Part Info Riding Style Compatible Models
BD01
30.5 x 35.0 x 4.0 mm		 Gravel, Cross Country (XC), Trail,Touring, Commuting Acera M3050, Alivio M4050 / BR-MT200, Deore BR-MT200 / MT410 / M315 / M365 / M375 / M395 / M415 / M416 / M416A / M445 / M446 / M447 / M465 / M475 / M485 / M486 / M495 / M505 / M506 / M515 / M515LA / M525 / M575 / T615, Deore LX BR-T675, Nexave C501 / C601 / C607 / Deore Winzip-ce, Tourney BR-TX805, BR M355 / M396 / M575 / MT400 / MT500 / UR300, CUES BR-U6030
BD02
32.2 x 29.7 x 4.0 mm		 Gravel, Cross Country (XC), Trail Alfine BR-S700 / BR-S7000, Deore M615 / M6000 / M6100, Deore XT M785 / M8000 / M8100, SLX M666 / M675 / M7000 / M7100, XTR M985 / M987 / M988 / M9000 / M9020, CUES BR-U8000, Road CX75 / CX77 / R315 / R317 / R515 / R517 / R785 / RS785
BD07
39.4 x 23.8 x 4.0 mm		 Trail, Cross Country (XC), Downhill Deore XT BR-M8020 / BR-M8120 / BR-M6120, SLX BR-M7120, Saint BR-M810 / BR-M820, XTR BR-M9120, ZEE BR-M640, BR MT420 / MT501 / MT520, CUES BR-U8020
BD13
26.3 x 29.7 x 4.0 mm		 Gravel, Road 105 R7070, Dura Ace R9170, GRX RX400 / RX810, Metrea U5000, Tiagra 4770, Ultegra BR-R7070 / BR-R8070 / BR-R8170, XT M8110, XTR M9100 / M9110, BR RS305 / RS405 / RS505 / RS805, SLX M7110, CUES BR-U8010
BD18
34.2 x 27.0 x 4.0 mm		 Gravel, Road Alfine BR-S500 / BR-S501, Deore M535 / M595 / M596, Deore LX M585 / T665, Deore XT M765 / M775 / M776, Hone BR-M601, SLX BR-M665, Saint BR-M800, XTR M965 / M966 / M975 / M975P, BR M545 / R505 / T605

Top Brake Ceramic Brake Pads: Performance Series

The Performance Series utilizes a KEVLAR® and Ceramic composite matrix, engineered to provide a significantly quieter and more linear braking experience compared to standard metallic original brand brake pads.
Characteristic PERFORMANCE Original Brand
Friction Material KEVLAR® and Ceramic Sinter / Metal
Brake Power – Dry ●●●●○ ●●●○○
Brake Power – Wet ●●●◐○ ●●●●○
Bed In ●●●●● ●●●●◐
Modulation ●●●●● ●●●●◐
Durability ●●●◐○ ●●●◐○
Heat Tolerance ●●●●◐ ●●●◐○
Silence – Dry ●●●●● ●●●●○
Silence – Wet ●●●◐○ ●●●○○

Need More Power or Heat Resistance?

If your riding style demands more thermal stability or raw stopping power, explore our specialized series:

Premium E+ Series : Enhanced heat resistance and durability, designed for trail riding,  high-load eMTB and heavy bike.

GraphEX Series: Graphene Compound delivers maximum grip and exceptional fade resistance, ideal for competitive downhill, enduro, and high-speed aggressive racing.

Questions on Ceramic Brake Pads for Shimano Models

Frequently Asked Questions: Top Brake x Shimano
1. What is the difference between Top Brake Ceramic brake pads and original Shimano Sintered pads?
The core focus lies in noise reduction and rotor preservation. Compared to standard sintered pads, Top Brake’s ceramic performance series minimizes high-pitched squealing while maintaining strong stopping power.
2. My Shimano brakes are labeled “Resin Pad Only.” Can I use Top Brake Ceramic pads?
Yes. Top Brake Ceramic brake pad (Performance series) utilizes an ceramic and Softer Copper Fibers that is compatible with “Resin Only” rotors. Unlike full metallic pads, these are engineered to be rotor-friendly, making them a safe upgrade for entry-level systems like MT200 or Alivio without causing excessive wear on standard rotors.
3. Will Ceramic pads suffer from heat fade during long alpine descents?
Top Brake Ceramic brake pad (Performance series) formulations are specifically engineered for superior thermal management. For sustained braking on steep descents, we recommend the Premium E+ or GraphEX series. Designed for high-load systems like 4-piston XT, Saint, or ZEE, these pads offer higher thermal stability and a more linear feel compared to standard Shimano Resin pads.
4. Do I need to perform a bedding-in process for Top Brake Ceramic pads?
Correct. New pads and rotors need time to work as one. The bedding-in process forms a uniform transfer layer creating smooth, consistent contact. You can check the details on our Essential Bedding-in Process guide.
5. How do I identify which model number of Top Brake brake pads fits my Shimano calipers?
Please refer to our Compatibility Chart for precise fitment. For example, 105 R7070 or Ultegra road systems typically require BD13; the standard XT M8100 mountain bike system uses BD02; while 4-piston gravity setups like Saint or ZEE require BD07. Matching the correct part number ensures full piston contact and optimal braking efficiency.