Galfer Performance brake pads for Shimano B01S – Deore M515, M525, M575 and BR-MT200

The Galfer Performance brake pad FD293G1053 fits Shimano 2-piston brake calipers with the B01S pad shape – such as Deore BR-M515, BR-M525, and BR-M575, as well as BR-MT200, BR-MT400, and BR-MT500 – and several brakes from Tektro and TRP. 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.

Compatibility

According to Galfer, the pad shape FD293 fits the following brakes:

• Shimano: BR-M355, BR-M375, BR-M395, BR-M415, BR-M416, BR-M445, BR-M446, BR-M447, BR-M465, BR-M475, BR-M485, BR-M486, BR-M495, BR-M505, BR-M506, Deore BR-M515, BR-M525 and BR-M575, BR-C601, BR-T615, LX BR-T675 as well as BR-MT200, BR-MT400 and BR-MT500
• Tektro: Auriga, Draco, HDC 300 and MOTA
• TRP: Dash Sport, HY/RD, Hylex and Spyre

Check the model and year of your brake caliper before purchasing, or compare your old pad with the image and dimensions on this page. Current Deore calipers use different shapes: BR-M6100 uses the FD452 shape (Galfer E-Bike for Shimano 2-piston), and the 4-piston Deore BR-M6120 uses the FD426 shape (Galfer E-Bike for Shimano 4-piston).

Galfer Performance G1053: the all-rounder

Galfer 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.

• Organic-semi-metallic, asbestos-free friction compound
• For XC, trail, and enduro
• Black backing plate
• Dimensions according to Galfer: 30.6 × 35.0 mm

Which Galfer compound is right for you?

We offer the FD293 pad shape in five Galfer compounds. We have found Galfer Pro to work well for the front, and Galfer E-Bike for the rear.

• Advanced (red): plenty of reserves in wet and muddy conditions, very long durability
• Pro (green): the racing compound with the highest braking power; wears out faster
• E-Bike (purple): semi-metallic and ECE R90 certified, for E-MTBs and heavier riders
• Road (blue): for road bikes and gravel bikes

You can find more on the differences in our brake pad buying guide.

What's in the box

1 pair of pads for one caliper. For front and rear, order 2.

Disc due as well?

New 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:

• Shark: 6-bolt · Center Lock, one-piece, for enduro, downhill and e-MTB
• Shark EVO: 6-bolt · Center Lock, two-piece with aluminium carrier for even better cooling
• Wave Fixed 2.0 mm: 6-bolt · Center Lock, for e-MTBs, enduro and heavier riders
• Wave Fixed 1.8 mm: 6-bolt · Center Lock, the classic Wave in 1.8 mm, 160 to 203 mm
• Wave Floating V2: 6-bolt, two-piece with coloured pins, 180 and 203 mm

Compare all discs: Galfer brake discs. With 2.0 mm discs, check that your caliper has room for them.

Installation and replacement

• Always replace all pads in a brake caliper at the same time.
• Push the pistons straight back before inserting, preferably with a plastic lever – never use a screwdriver directly on the piston.
• Keep the disc and pads free of grease; Galfer Brake Cleaner is suitable for cleaning.
• Shimano specifies a pad thickness of 0.5 mm as the wear limit.

Frequently asked questions

Do these pads fit my Shimano Deore?

Older Deore calipers such as BR-M515, BR-M525, and BR-M575, yes. The current Deore BR-M6100 requires the FD452 shape, and the 4-piston Deore BR-M6120 requires the FD426 shape.

Do the pads fit Tektro and TRP?

According to Galfer, yes, they fit Tektro Auriga, Draco, HDC 300, and MOTA, as well as TRP Dash Sport, HY/RD, Hylex, and Spyre.

How do I bed in new pads?

On a flat, safe stretch: brake several times from medium speed down to walking pace, using each brake individually. Shimano recommends at least 20 cycles per brake.

What is Galfer Performance suitable for?

For almost everything from XC to trail and enduro. If you often ride in wet conditions, take a look at Galfer Advanced. For e-MTBs, Galfer E-Bike is a better fit.

We ship Galfer brake pads from our Swiss warehouse. Unsure if the pad fits? Send us a photo of your brake caliper—we will tell you which pad is the right one.