{"product_id":"galfer-bremsbelag-advanced-shimano-4-kolben","title":"Galfer Advanced brake pads for Shimano 4-piston – Saint, Zee, XTR, XT, SLX, Deore","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGalfer Advanced brake pad FD426G1851\u003c\/strong\u003e fits the 4-piston calipers from Shimano Saint, Zee, XTR, XT, SLX, and Deore, as well as selected brakes from TRP and Tektro. The red Advanced G1851 compound is made for changing conditions: direct response, progressive braking power, high reserves in wet and muddy conditions, and very long durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to Galfer, the pad shape FD426 fits the following brakes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eShimano:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saint BR-M810 and BR-M820, Zee BR-M640, XTR BR-M9120 and BR-M9220, XT BR-M8020 and BR-M8120, SLX BR-M7120, Deore BR-M6120 as well as BR-M8220, BR-MT420, and BR-MT520 (also in sets with the BL-MT501 lever)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eTRP:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quadiem, Quadiem SL, Slate T4, and DH-R EVO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eTektro:\u003c\/strong\u003e HD-E725, HD-M735, HD-M745, and HD-M750\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore purchasing, please check the model and year of your brake caliper or compare your old pad with the image and dimensions on this page. For Shimano 2-piston calipers such as the XT BR-M8100 or Deore BR-M6100, you need pad shape FD452: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-advanced-shimano-2-kolben\" title=\"Galfer Advanced for Shimano 2-piston\"\u003eGalfer Advanced for Shimano 2-piston\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGalfer Advanced G1851: for wet and mud\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGalfer gives the Advanced compound top marks for performance in wet and mud as well as for durability. In terms of braking power and fade resistance, it is on par with the Performance compound and just below the Pro.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOrganic-semi-metallic, asbestos-free friction compound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFor trail, enduro, and downhill in all weather conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRed backing plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions according to Galfer: 39.5 × 24.2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich Galfer compound fits?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe offer the FD426 pad shape in four Galfer compounds. We have found the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-pro-shimano-4-kolben\" title=\"Galfer Pro\"\u003eGalfer Pro\u003c\/a\u003e to be excellent for the front and the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-e-bike-shimano-4-kolben\" title=\"Galfer E-Bike\"\u003eGalfer E-Bike\u003c\/a\u003e for the rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-performance-shimano-4-kolben\" title=\"Performance (black)\"\u003ePerformance (black)\u003c\/a\u003e: the durable all-rounder for trail and enduro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-pro-shimano-4-kolben\" title=\"Pro (green)\"\u003ePro (green)\u003c\/a\u003e: the racing compound with the highest braking power; wears out faster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-e-bike-shimano-4-kolben\" 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\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can find more about 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\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\n\u003cli\u003eAlways replace all pads in a brake caliper at the same time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePush the pistons back straight before inserting, preferably with a plastic lever – never use a screwdriver directly on the piston.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\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\n\u003cli\u003eShimano specifies 0.5 mm of pad thickness as the wear limit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes the pad fit my Shimano XT?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, for the 4-piston XT BR-M8020 and BR-M8120. The 2-piston XT BR-M8100 requires pad shape FD452, and the flat-mount XT BR-M8110 requires shape FD496. When in doubt, count the pistons on the brake caliper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes the pad fit TRP and Tektro?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, for TRP Quadiem, Quadiem SL, Slate T4, and DH-R EVO, as well as for Tektro HD-E725, HD-M735, HD-M745, and HD-M750.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow do I bed in new pads?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn a flat, safe section: brake several times from medium speed down to walking pace, testing each brake individually. Shimano recommends at least 20 cycles per brake.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is Galfer Advanced suitable for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor those who frequently ride in wet and muddy conditions and want long service life. For racing with maximum braking power, we recommend \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-pro-shimano-4-kolben\" title=\"Galfer Pro\"\u003eGalfer Pro\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship Galfer brake pads from our Swiss warehouse. Not sure if the pad fits? \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact\"\u003eSend us a photo of the brake caliper\u003c\/a\u003e – we will tell you which pad you need.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Galfer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58816467239286,"sku":"FD426G1851","price":16.8,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/8089\/9702\/files\/FD426G1851-0.jpg?v=1791621400","url":"https:\/\/www.mtb-raceshop.ch\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-advanced-shimano-4-kolben","provider":"MTB-Raceshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}