{"product_id":"galfer-bremsbelag-performance-shimano-xtr-m965-xt-m775-saint-m800","title":"Galfer Performance brake pads for Shimano XTR M965\/M975, XT M765\/M775 and Saint M800","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGalfer Performance brake pad FD294G1053\u003c\/strong\u003e fits older Shimano disc brakes such as the XTR BR-M965 and BR-M975, XT BR-M765 and BR-M775, Saint BR-M800, SLX BR-M665 and Deore LX, as well as the TRP Dash Carbon. 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 FD294 fits these brakes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShimano XTR:\u003c\/strong\u003e BR-M965, BR-M966 and BR-M975 as well as XTR 2003 to 2007\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShimano XT:\u003c\/strong\u003e BR-M765, BR-M775 and BR-M776 as well as Saint XT 2004 to 2007\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShimano Saint:\u003c\/strong\u003e BR-M800\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShimano SLX:\u003c\/strong\u003e BR-M665\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShimano LX and Deore LX:\u003c\/strong\u003e BR-M585, BR-M655, BR-T605 and BR-T665\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShimano Deore:\u003c\/strong\u003e BR-M535, BR-M595 and BR-M596\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShimano Alfine:\u003c\/strong\u003e BR-S500 and BR-S501\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther Shimano:\u003c\/strong\u003e BR-M545, BR-R505 and HoneE BR-M601\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTRP:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dash Carbon\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. Current Shimano brakes use other shapes: 2-piston calipers such as the XT BR-M8100 use FD452 (\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-performance-shimano-2-kolben\" title=\"Galfer Performance for Shimano 2-piston\"\u003eGalfer Performance for Shimano 2-piston\u003c\/a\u003e), 4-piston calipers such as the XT BR-M8120 and Saint BR-M820 use FD426 (\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-performance-shimano-4-kolben\" title=\"Galfer Performance for Shimano 4-piston\"\u003eGalfer Performance for Shimano 4-piston\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: 34.3 × 27.3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich Galfer compound is right for you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe offer the FD294 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\u003ePush the pistons back straight before inserting the pads, preferably using 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\u003eShimano defines 0.5 mm pad thickness as the wear limit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes the pad fit my Shimano XT BR-M8120?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, the current 4-piston XT BR-M8120 needs shape FD426. This shape FD294 fits the older XT BR-M765, BR-M775 and BR-M776.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes the pad fit the Shimano Saint BR-M820?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, the Saint BR-M810 and BR-M820 use shape FD426. This shape FD294 fits the older Saint BR-M800.\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. Shimano recommends at least 20 cycles per brake.\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":59287145906550,"sku":"FD294G1053","price":11.4,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/8089\/9702\/files\/FD294G1053-0_5dbe5f0f-8fe2-42a4-961f-7baa29d920d0.jpg?v=1794171208","url":"https:\/\/www.mtb-raceshop.ch\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-performance-shimano-xtr-m965-xt-m775-saint-m800","provider":"MTB-Raceshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}