{"product_id":"galfer-bremsbelag-performance-avid-bb5","title":"Galfer Performance brake pads for Avid BB5","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGalfer Performance brake pad FD420G1053\u003c\/strong\u003e fits the Avid BB5 (Ball Bearing 5) mechanical disc brake. The black Performance compound G1053 is Galfer’s all-rounder for XC, trail, and enduro: high braking power, fade-resistant, and very durable, even in mud.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to Galfer, pad shape FD420 fits these brakes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvid:\u003c\/strong\u003e BB5 (Ball Bearing 5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease check the model and year of your brake caliper before purchasing, or compare your old pad with the image and dimensions on this page. For the Avid BB7 and Juicy you need shape FD281 (\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-performance-avid-bb7-juicy\" title=\"Galfer Performance for Avid BB7 and Juicy\"\u003eGalfer Performance for Avid BB7 and Juicy\u003c\/a\u003e); for the hydraulic Avid Elixir, shape FD427 (\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-performance-sram-level-db-elixir\" title=\"Galfer Performance for SRAM Level, DB and Avid Elixir\"\u003eGalfer Performance for SRAM Level, DB and Avid Elixir\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGalfer Performance G1053: the all-rounder\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGalfer gives the Performance compound top marks for durability and rates braking power, fade resistance, and performance in wet and muddy conditions as good. This compound was previously known as Standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrganic-semi-metallic, asbestos-free friction compound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor XC, trail, and enduro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack backing plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions according to Galfer: 24.0 × 37.0 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich Galfer compound is right for you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe offer the FD420 pad shape in the Galfer Performance compound. You 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\u003eOn the mechanical BB5, back off the inner pad adjuster before fitting the pads, then reset the pad clearance.\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 Avid BB7?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, the BB7 has its own pad shape: FD281.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes the pad fit hydraulic Avid brakes?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. According to Galfer, the Juicy uses shape FD281, the Elixir shape FD427 and the Code from model years 2007 to 2010 shape FD421.\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 Performance suitable for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor almost everything from XC to trail and enduro.\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":59287145611638,"sku":"FD420G1053","price":11.4,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/8089\/9702\/files\/FD420G1053-0_ded2ade8-d799-47f6-8236-7f9ccf1d48c6.jpg?v=1794171201","url":"https:\/\/www.mtb-raceshop.ch\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-performance-avid-bb5","provider":"MTB-Raceshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}