{"product_id":"galfer-bremsbelag-performance-sram-level-fd513","title":"Galfer Performance brake pads for SRAM Level, T, TL, TLM and Ultimate from 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGalfer Performance brake pad FD513G1053\u003c\/strong\u003e fits the 2-piston SRAM Level, Level T, and Level TL brakes, as well as the Level TLM and Level Ultimate from model year 2020 onwards. 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, the pad shape FD513 fits the following brakes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSRAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Level, Level T, and Level TL (all model years) as well as Level TLM and Level Ultimate from model year 2020 onwards\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore purchasing, please verify your brake caliper's model and year or compare your old pad with the image and dimensions on this page. For model year 2019, Galfer lists different shapes depending on the source. For the same Level brakes, Galfer also lists the FD427 shape, which is slightly taller (\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-pro-sram-level-db-elixir\" title=\"Galfer Pro for SRAM Level, DB and Avid Elixir\"\u003eGalfer Pro for SRAM Level, DB and Avid Elixir\u003c\/a\u003e). When in doubt, compare it with your old pad.\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: 29.5 × 30.8 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich Galfer compound is right for you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe offer the FD513 pad shape in three Galfer compounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-e-bike-sram-level-fd513\" 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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-road-sram-level-fd513\" title=\"Road (blue)\"\u003eRoad (blue)\u003c\/a\u003e: for road bikes and gravel bikes\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 new pads, ideally 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\u003eSRAM specifies 3 mm for the total thickness of the pad and backing plate as the wear limit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhich shape do I need for my SRAM Level: FD513 or FD427?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eGalfer lists both shapes for the Level. They differ in height: 30.8 mm for the FD513, 33.4 mm for the FD427. Measure your old pad or send us a photo, and we will tell you which one fits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes this pad fit SRAM AXS on a road bike?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. For the two-piece AXS calipers from Red, Force, and Rival, Galfer specifies the FD427 shape; for the Red AXS monoblock caliper, the FD469 shape.\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. For e-MTBs, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-e-bike-sram-level-fd513\" title=\"Galfer E-Bike\"\u003eGalfer E-Bike\u003c\/a\u003e is a better fit.\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":59287145972086,"sku":"FD513G1053","price":11.4,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/8089\/9702\/files\/FD513G1053-0_15702fb1-cac7-46ae-b7ee-580821261912.jpg?v=1794171211","url":"https:\/\/www.mtb-raceshop.ch\/en\/products\/galfer-bremsbelag-performance-sram-level-fd513","provider":"MTB-Raceshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}