{"product_id":"galfer-bremsbelag-advanced-formula-cura-r1-the-one","title":"Galfer Advanced brake pads for Formula 2-piston – Cura, Mega, The One, R1, RX","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGalfer Advanced brake pad FD451G1851\u003c\/strong\u003e fits the 2-piston brakes from Formula: Cura, Mega, The One, R0, R1, RX, RR1, T1 and C1. The red Advanced compound G1851 is made for changing conditions: direct response, progressive braking power, plenty of reserves in wet and muddy conditions, and a very long service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to Galfer, the pad shape FD451 fits these brakes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormula:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cura (2-piston), Mega, The One, R0, R1 from model year 2008, RX from model year 2009, RR1, T1 and C1\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease check the model and model year of your brake caliper before purchasing or compare your old pad with the image and dimensions on this page. For the Cura 4 with four pistons, you need the shape FD531 (\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-pro-formula-cura-4\" title=\"Galfer Pro for Formula Cura 4\"\u003eGalfer Pro for Formula Cura 4\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGalfer Advanced G1851: for wet and mud\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGalfer gives the Advanced compound the top rating for performance in wet and mud, and for durability. In terms of braking power and fading resistance, it is on par with Performance and just below Pro.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrganic semi-metallic, asbestos-free friction compound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor trail, enduro and downhill in all weather conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed backing plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions according to Galfer: 28.15 × 35.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich Galfer compound is right for you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe offer the FD451 pad shape in four Galfer compounds. We have found \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-pro-formula-cura-r1-the-one\" title=\"Galfer Pro\"\u003eGalfer Pro\u003c\/a\u003e to work well for the front, and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-e-bike-formula-cura-r1-the-one\" title=\"Galfer E-Bike\"\u003eGalfer E-Bike\u003c\/a\u003e for the rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-performance-formula-cura-r1-the-one\" title=\"Performance (black)\"\u003ePerformance (black)\u003c\/a\u003e: the durable all-rounder for trail and enduro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-pro-formula-cura-r1-the-one\" title=\"Pro (green)\"\u003ePro (green)\u003c\/a\u003e: the racing compound with the highest braking power; wears out faster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-e-bike-formula-cura-r1-the-one\" title=\"E-Bike (purple)\"\u003eE-Bike (purple)\u003c\/a\u003e: semi-metallic and ECE R90 certified, for E-MTBs and heavier riders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can find more on the differences in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bremsbelaege\" title=\"Brake pad buying guide\"\u003ebrake pad buying guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 pair of pads for one caliper. For front and rear, order 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDisc due as well?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew pads only brake properly on a disc in good condition. Measure the disc when you change the pads: if it is below the minimum thickness, warped or deeply scored, it's best to replace it together with the pads. Matching Galfer discs:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShark:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsscheibe-shark-6-loch\" title=\"Galfer Shark 6-bolt\"\u003e6-bolt\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsscheibe-shark-center-lock\" title=\"Galfer Shark Center Lock\"\u003eCenter Lock\u003c\/a\u003e, one-piece, for enduro, downhill and e-MTB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShark EVO:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsscheibe-shark-evo-6-loch\" title=\"Galfer Shark EVO 6-bolt\"\u003e6-bolt\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsscheibe-shark-evo-center-lock\" title=\"Galfer Shark EVO Center Lock\"\u003eCenter Lock\u003c\/a\u003e, two-piece with aluminium carrier for even better cooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWave Fixed 2.0 mm:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsscheibe-wave-fixed-6-loch-2-0mm\" title=\"Galfer Wave Fixed 6-bolt, 2.0 mm\"\u003e6-bolt\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsscheibe-wave-fixed-center-lock-2-0mm\" title=\"Galfer Wave Fixed Center Lock, 2.0 mm\"\u003eCenter Lock\u003c\/a\u003e, for e-MTBs, enduro and heavier riders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWave Fixed 1.8 mm:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsscheibe-wave-fixed-6-loch-1-8mm\" title=\"Galfer Wave Fixed 6-bolt, 1.8 mm\"\u003e6-bolt\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsscheibe-wave-fixed-center-lock-1-8mm\" title=\"Galfer Wave Fixed Center Lock, 1.8 mm\"\u003eCenter Lock\u003c\/a\u003e, the classic Wave in 1.8 mm, 160 to 203 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWave Floating V2:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsscheibe-wave-floating-v2-6-loch-2-0mm\" title=\"Galfer Wave Floating V2 6-bolt, 2.0 mm\"\u003e6-bolt\u003c\/a\u003e, two-piece with coloured pins, 180 and 203 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompare all discs: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/galfer-bremsscheiben\" title=\"Galfer brake discs\"\u003eGalfer brake discs\u003c\/a\u003e. With 2.0 mm discs, check that your caliper has room for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation and replacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways replace all pads in a brake caliper at the same time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePush the pistons straight back before inserting the pads, preferably with a plastic lever – never use a screwdriver directly on the piston.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the disc and pads free of grease; \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-brake-cleaner-bike-500ml\" title=\"Galfer Brake Cleaner\"\u003eGalfer Brake Cleaner\u003c\/a\u003e is suitable for cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow your brake manufacturer's wear limits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes the pad fit the Formula Cura 4?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, the Cura 4 has four pistons and its own pad shape: FD531.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes the pad fit the 2-piston Cura?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the Formula Cura with two pistons uses this shape FD451.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow do I bed in new pads?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn a flat, safe stretch: brake several times from medium speed down to walking pace, using each brake individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is Galfer Advanced suitable for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who often rides in the wet and mud and wants long pad life. For racing with maximum braking power, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-pro-formula-cura-r1-the-one\" title=\"Galfer Pro\"\u003eGalfer Pro\u003c\/a\u003e is the one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship Galfer brake pads from our Swiss warehouse. Unsure if the pad fits? \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact\"\u003eSend us a photo of your brake caliper\u003c\/a\u003e—we will tell you which pad is the right one.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Galfer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59287145415030,"sku":"FD451G1851","price":16.8,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/8089\/9702\/files\/FD451G1851-0_44fc9b8c-fbe0-469d-8e4b-e429fe1285af.jpg?v=1794171194","url":"https:\/\/www.mtb-raceshop.ch\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-advanced-formula-cura-r1-the-one","provider":"MTB-Raceshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}