At present Shimano is known as one of the most popular brands in the manufacture of various bike parts. In that sequence, you will get different models and types of disc brake pads at Shimano. And among these models, there are several that have special compatibility. As a Shimano lover and bike rider you must know all these compatibilities properly.
Today, my conversation can help you to gain knowledge about the details and deep discussion about those topics. There you can also find Shimano disc brake pads compatibility charts. And you can create your usual cycling period more satisfying by understanding that.
A Short Brief About Shimano Disc Brake Pads
Most disc brake pads from Shimano are recognized as one of the broadly popular brake pads in the cycling community. Shimano is far ahead of all other brake pads in providing reliable stopping power in any situation. These types of brake pads have an innovative finned design that can maintain a normal temperature. You’ll also find high-performance, stainless-steel, extra modulation, double-layer aluminum, and advanced ceramic compounds that will enhance your riding experience.
As Shimano disc brake pads are available in different sizes and models, you can choose a decent disc brake pad according to your preference, riding style, and category of the bicycle easily. You can count on Shimano disc brake pads to keep you safe and secure on any type of road.
Shimano Disc Brake Pads Compatibility Chart & Details
Various models and series of Shimano disc brake pads exist in the market from the beginning to the present time. Based on that, at this stage of today’s article, a deep discussion will be made regarding Shimano disc brake pad compatibility.
Shimano Series
The special three brake pad models of the Shimano series are B01S, E01S & M05. Considering the compatibility, you can find the compatibility of several models of the Shimano series.
Looking at the B01S brake pad model, you will understand that it is a brake pad made of a wide shape, 2 pistons & resin material. And where you get practically high performance, a good amount of stopping power, and consistent braking performance. It also includes 3 types of split pins, smooth controlled braking experience, and a long life expectancy.
This B01S brake pad is compatible with (BR-C501, BR-M575, BR-M525, BR-M495, BR-M486, BR-M485, BR-M475, BR-M446, BR-M445, BR-M416, BR -M416A, BR-M415,BR-NI4050,BR-M3050,BR-M395, BR-M375, BR-M365, BR-M465, BR-M447, BR-M355,BR-M315, BR-T675, BR-T615 , BR-TX805,BR-MT500,BR-MT400,BR-MT200, BR-UR300).
- All These Models Are Especially Compatible
E01S Brake Pads are one of the inventions of Shimano. It is manufactured with a wide shape, 2 piston & metal material. The improved braking system makes this model compatible with BR-M575, BR-M486, and BR-M485 models.
M05 is a border model made of resin material. Its 1-pair code is Y8FL98010 and compatibility models are BR-C601, BR-M515, and BR-MS15LA. Each of these brake pads is perfect for providing a comfortable cycling experience in any weather condition by reducing noise and vibrations.
Compatibility Chart:
| Series | Model No. | Pad Shape | Material | BR Type | Compatibility Model | Code No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shimano | B01S | Wide | Resin | 2 Piston | BR-C501, BR-M575, BR-M525, BR-M495, BR-M486, BR-M485, BR-M475, BR-M465, BR-M447, BR-M446, BR-M445, BR-M416, BR-M416A, BR-M415, BR-NI4050, BR-M3050, BR-M395, BR-M375, BR-M365, BR-M355, BR-M315, BR-T675, BR-T615,BR-TX805, BR-MT500, BR-MT400, BR-MT200, BR-UR300 | 1 Pair: EBPBOISRESINA 25 Pair: EBPBOISRESINBS 50 Pair: EBPBOISRESINCS |
| Shimano | E01S | Wide | Metal | 2 Piston | BR-M575, BR-M486, BR-M485 | 1 Pair: Y8FL98010 |
| Shimano | M05 | Wide | Resin | 2 Piston | BR-C601, BR-M515, BR-MS15LA | 1 Pair: Y8FL98010 |
XTR, Shimano Deore XT, SLX, Shimano Alfine, Shimano
At this stage, I will talk about six special brake pads of XTR, Shimano Deore XT, SLX, Shimano Alfine, Shimano models. Some of them are G04Ti, G04S, G03A, and G03S.
- All these brake pad models are manufactured using a narrow pad shape & 2 pistons.
- These pads feature a special backing plate that can provide the correct pressure.
- Also they can contact the rotor for optimal performance.
Look at their compatibility models, you will see BR-M9000, BR-M9020, BR-M987, BR-M985, BR-M8100, BR-M8000, BR-M785, BR-M7100, BR-M7000, BR-M675, BR -M666, BR-M6000, BR-M615, BR-S7000, BR-S700, BR-CX77,BR-RS785, BR-R785,BR-R517, BR-R317.
- G04Ti, G04S- these two brake pads are made of metal. G03A and G03S are the most popular brake pads manufactured in resin material.
There are also J04C & J03A brake pads which are about 40% more durable than l02A.
Shimano brake pad BR-M9000, BR-M9020, BR-M987, BR-M985, BR-M8100, BR-M8000, BR-M785, BR-M7100, BR-M7000, BR-M675, BR-MG666, BR-M785 M6000,BR-MG615, BR-S700, BR-RS785, BR-R785 models maintain compatibility with J04C & J03A brake pads. All these brake pads are compatible with each other to have almost the same type of design and mounting specifications.
Compatibility Chart:
| Series | Model No. | Pad Shape | Material | BR Type | Compatibility Model | Code No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XTR, Shimano Deore XT, SLX, Shimano Alfine, Shimano | G04Ti | Narrow | Metal | 2 Piston | BR-M9000, BR-M9020, BR-M987, BR-M985, BR-M8100, BR-M8000, BR-M785, BR-M7100, BR-M7000, BR-M675, BR-M666, BR-M6000, BR-M615, BR-S7000, BR-S700, BR-CX77, BR-RS785, BR-R785, BR-R517, BR-R317 | 1 Pair:
Y8LW98010 |
| XTR, Shimano Deore XT, SLX, Shimano Alfine, Shimano | G04S | Narrow | Metal | 2 Piston | BR-M9000, BR-M9020, BR-M987, BR-M985, BR-M8100, BR-M8000, BR-M785, BR-M7100, BR-M7000, BR-M675, BR-M666, BR-M6000, BR-M615, BR-S7000, BR-S700, BR-CX77, BR-RS785, BR-R785, BR-R517, BR-R317 | 1 Pair: Y8MY98010 |
| XTR, Shimano Deore XT, SLX, Shimano Alfine, Shimano | G03A | Narrow | Resin | 2 Piston | BR-M9000, BR-M9020, BR-M987, BR-M985, BR-M8100, BR-M8000, BR-M785, BR-M7100, BR-M7000, BR-M675, BR-M666, BR-M6000, BR-M615, BR-S7000, BR-S700, BR-CX77, BR-RS785, BR-R785, BR-R517, BR-R317 | 1 Pair: Y8LV98010 25 Pair: Y8LV98011 50 Pair: Y8LV98015 |
| XTR, Shimano Deore XT, SLX, Shimano Alfine, Shimano | G03S | Narrow | Resin | 2 Piston | BR-M9000, BR-M9020, BR-M987, BR-M985, BR-M8100, BR-M8000, BR-M785, BR-M7100, BR-M7000, BR-M675, BR-M666, BR-M6000, BR-M615, BR-S7000, BR-S700, BR-CX77, BR-RS785, BR-R785, BR-R517, BR-R317 | 1 Pair: Y8WW98030 25 Pair: Y8WW98031 |
| XTR, Shimano Deore XT, SLX, Shimano Alfine, Shimano | J04C | Narrow | Metal | 2 Piston | BR-M9000, BR-M9020, BR-M987, BR-M985, BR-M8100, BR-M8000, BR-M785, BR-M7100, BR-M7000, BR-M675, BR-MG666, BR-M6000, BR-MG615, BR-S700, BR-RS785, BR-R785 | 1 Pair: Y8LW98030 25 Pair: Y8LW98031 |
| XTR, Shimano Deore XT, SLX, Shimano Alfine, Shimano | J03A | Narrow | Resin | 2 Piston | BR-M9000, BR-M9020, BR-M987, BR-M985, BR-M8100, BR-M8000, BR-M785, BR-M7100, BR-M7000, BR-M675, BR-MG666, BR-M6000, BR-MG615, BR-S700, BR-RS785, BR-R785 | 1 Pair: Y8Z298010 25 Pair: Y8Z298011 |
XTR(M9100), Dura-Ace, Shimano Ultegra, Shimano 105, Shimano Tiagra, Shimano GRX, Shimano
There are four special models in this series of brake pads. They are K04TI, K04S, K03TI, K03S.
- They come to the riders with a narrow shape & 2 pistons.
- For your convenience, you will get a different 1 Pair code number on each of these brake pads.
BR-M9100, BR-R9170, BR-R8070, BR-R7070, BR-4770, BR-RSB05, BR-RS5O5, BR-RS405, BR-RS305, BR-U5000, BR-RX810, BR-RX400 models are compatible with the above models. Most are considered reciprocal In this case.
And you will understand by yourself while using that these brake pad systems are very similar in terms of compounds, materials, BR type looking, and shape. Though the specific types of brake pads are designed for specific brake systems, many of them are compatible.
Compatibility Chart:
| Series | Model No. | Pad Shape | Material | BR Type | Compatibility Model | Code No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XTR(M9100), Dura-Ace, Shimano Ultegra, Shimano 105, Shimano Tiagra, Shimano GRX, | K04TI | Narrow | Metal | 2 Piston | BR-M9100, BR-R9170, BR-R8070, BR-R7070, BR-4770, BR- RSB05, BR-RS5O5, BR-RS405, BR-RS305, BR-U5000, BR-RX810, BR-RX400 | 1 Pair: Y8PU98020 |
| XTR(M9100), Dura-Ace, Shimano Ultegra, Shimano 105, Shimano Tiagra, Shimano GRX, | K04S | Narrow | Metal | 2 Piston | BR-M9100, BR-R9170, BR-R8070, BR-R7070, BR-4770, BR- RSB05, BR-RS5O5, BR-RS405, BR-RS305, BR-U5000, BR-RX810, BR-RX400 | 1 Pair: Y8N398020 |
| Shimano | K03TI | Narrow | Resin | 2 Piston | BR-M9100, BR-R9170, BR-R8070, BR-R7070, BR-4770, BR- RSB05, BR-RS5O5, BR-RS405, BR-RS305, BR-U5000, BR-RX810, BR-RX400 | 1 Pair: Y1XC98010 |
| Shimano | K03S | Narrow | Resin | 2 Piston | BR-M9100, BR-R9170, BR-R8070, BR-R7070, BR-4770, BR- RSB05, BR-RS5O5, BR-RS405, BR-RS305, BR-U5000, BR-RX810, BR-RX400 | 1 Pair: Y8Y898010 |
Dura-Ace, Shimano Ultegra, Shimano 105, Shimano Tiagra, Shimano GRX, Shimano
Among the models in this series you will find L04C & L03A. The Shimano BR-R9170,BR-R8070, BR-R7070, BR-4770, BR-RSB05,BR-RS5O5, BR-RS405, BR-RS305, BR-U500, BR-RX810, BR-RX400 brakes can all use Shimano’s L04C and L03A brake pad types.
- All these types of brake pads offer good stopping power and reliable performance.
- L04C and L03A brake pads are designed for use with Shimano’s Dura-Ace, Ultegra-level brakes, Tiagra-level brakes, and aluminum or carbon rims.
- Compatibility has increased due to the similarity between the above models in material, BR type, shape, work process & braking performance.
Compatibility Chart:
| Series | Model No. | Pad Shape | Material | BR Type | Compatibility Model | Code No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dura-Ace, Shimano Ultegra, | L04C | Narrow | Metal | 2 Piston | BR-R9170, BR-R8070, BR-R7070, BR-4770, BR-RSB05, BR-RS5O5, BR-RS405, BR-RS305, BR-U500, BR-RX810, BR-RX400 | 1 Pair:
Y8N398020 |
| Shimano 105, Shimano Tiagra, Shimano GRX, Shimano | L03A | Narrow | Resin | 2 Piston | BR-R9170, BR-R8070, BR-R7070, BR-4770, BR-RSB05, BR-RS5O5, BR-RS405, BR-RS305, BR-U500, BR-RX810, BR-RX400 | 1 Pair: Y8PU98020 |
Shimano Deore
One of the most talked about brake pads of Shimano Deore series is M02.
- It is manufactured in a special resin material, with a narrow pad shape & 2 pistons.
- In terms of compatibility, the BR-M555 brake pad matches the M02 in most aspects.
- Because the BR-M02 and BR-M555 brake pads both feature One-Way Bleeding technology and Shimano’s Ice-Tech technology. This type of technology is applicable for quick and easy bleeding of brake pads.
- Both of these brake pads offer you almost the same benefits to enhance your cycling journey.
- Also, help to dissipate heat and improve braking performance.
- Here you will also get a 1 pair code no, which is – Y8B598040.
Compatibility Chart:
| Series | Model No. | Pad Shape | Material | BR Type | Compatibility Model | Code No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shimano Deore | M02 | Narrow | Resin | 2 Piston | BR- M555 | 1 Pair: Y8B598040 |
Shimano Deore XT
Shimano Deore XT has one of the most popular M03 & M04 brake pads which are compatible with BR-M755.
- The M03 pads are applicable for Shimano hydraulic disc brakes. It features a sintered metal construction for improved durability and braking performance in any type of condition.
- M04 pads are perfect for use with Shimano mechanical disc brakes. This brake pad is made with resin compound for improved modulation and quieter operation.
- And you can use both M03 and M04 brake pads with the BR-M755 calipers.
Compatibility Chart:
| Series | Model No. | Pad Shape | Material | BR Type | Compatibility Model | Code No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shimano Deore XT | M03 | Narrow | Metal | 2 Piston | BR-M755 | 1 Pair: Y8B298060 |
| Shimano Deore XT | M04 | Narrow | Resin | 2 Piston | BR-M755 | 1 Pair: Y8B298060 |
XTR, Shimano Deore XT, SLX, Shimano Deore, Shimano Alfine, Shimano
M06, M07Ti, and A01S models are XTR, Shimano Deore XT, SLX, Shimano Deore, Shimano Alfine, one of the most famous models of Shimano series. If you look at their compatibility models, you will find several important, first sari brake pad models.
I have mentioned the names of all those models in the compatibility chart given below. Due to the fact that fitting dimensions, technology, features, and performance type are similar, they are able to maintain special compatibility with each other.
Compatibility Chart:
| Series | Model No. | Pad Shape | Material | BR Type | Compatibility Model | Code No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XTR, Shimano Deore XT, SLX, Shimano Deore | M06 | Narrow | Metal | 4 Piston | BR-M975, BR-M966, BR-M965, BR-M800, BR-M776, BR-M775, BR-M765, BR-M665, BR-M601, BR-M596, BR-M595, BR-M585, BR-M545, BR-M535, BR-R505, BR-T665, BR-T605 | 1 Pair:
Y8CL98010 |
| XTR, Shimano Deore XT, SLX, Shimano Deore | M07Ti | Narrow | Resin | 4 Piston | BR-M975, BR-M966, BR-M965, BR-M800, BR-M776, BR-M775, BR-M765, BR-M665, BR-M601, BR-M596, BR-M595, BR-M585, BR-M545, BR-M535, BR-R505, BR-T665, BR-T605 | 1 Pair:
Y8E598020 |
| XTR, Shimano Deore XT, SLX, Shimano Deore, Shimano Alfine, Shimano | A01S | Narrow | Resin | 4 Piston | BR-M975, BR-M966, BR-M965, BR-M800, BR-M775, BR-M765, BR-M665, BR-M601, BR-IM596, BR-M595, BR-M585, BR-M545, BR-M535, BR-R505, BR-S501, BR-S500, | 1 Pair:
Y8EP98010 |
Shimano Deore XT, SLX, Saint, Zee, Shimano
Both D02S & D03S brake pads offer improved braking performance that can make your cycling life even better.
- These brakes are perfectly compatible with BR-M8120, BR-M7120, BR-M8020, BR-M820, BR-M810, BR-MI640, BR-MT520, BR-MTA20 models.
- All these brake pads are designed to wear life when used with compatible Shimano brakes.
- They are really easy to install, and that’s why it is a great choice for any cyclist looking to upgrade their braking performance and increase their safety.
Compatibility Chart:
| Series | Model No. | Pad Shape | Material | BR Type | Compatibility Model | Code No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shimano Deore XT, SLX, Saint, Zee, Shimano | D02S | Narrow | Metal | 4 Piston | BR-M8120, BR-M7120, BR-M8020, BR-M820, BR-M810, BR-MI640, BR-MT520, BR-MTA20 | 1 Pair: Y8FF98010 |
| Shimano Deore XT, SLX, Saint, Zee, Shimano | D03S | Narrow | Resin | 4 Piston | BR-M8120, BR-M7120, BR-M8020, BR-M820, BR-M810, BR-MI640, BR-MT520, BR-MTA20 | 1 Pair: Y2XM98010 |
Shimano Deore XT, Saint, Zee
Looking at the Shimano H03C and H03A brake pads, you will see that it is manufactured with a narrow pad shape, 4 pistons, metal & resin. And it gives you superior stopping power and durability in wet and muddy conditions.
- Due to the presence of an aluminum plate and sintered metal surface, you will get excellent heat dissipation, which will increase the life of your brake pad.
- Also due to a special type of open design, it can easily reduce pad glazing and noise.
- And you will find all these things in BR-M8020, BR-M820, and BR-M640 models as well. That’s why these models are considered compatibility models of Shimano H03C and H03A brake pads.
Compatibility Chart:
| Series | Model No. | Pad Shape | Material | BR Type | Compatibility Model | Code No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shimano Deore XT, Saint, Zee | H03C | Narrow | Metal | 4 Piston | BR-M8020, BR-M820, BR-M640 | 1 Pair: Y8VT98020 |
| Shimano Deore XT, Saint, Zee | H03A | Narrow | Metal | 4 Piston | BR-M8020, BR-M820, BR-M640 | 1 Pair: Y1XM98020 |
XTR, Shimano Deore XT, SLX
The narrow shape, advanced metal & resin material of Shimano’s N03A and N04C brake pads can be enough to improve your brake service.
- Both pads are perfectly compatible with BR-M9120, BR-M8120, and BR-M7120 brakes.
- No matter what kind of cycling you want to do, you can experience almost all types of cycling, including general road, mountain biking, and commuting, through these brake pads.
Compatibility Chart:
| Series | Model No. | Pad Shape | Material | BR Type | Compatibility Model | Code No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XTR, Shimano Deore XT, SLX | N04C | Narrow | Metal | 4 Piston | BR-M9120, BR-M8120, BR-M7120 | 1 Pair: Y1xD98020 |
| XTR, Shimano Deore XT, SLX | N03A | Narrow | Resin | 4 Piston | BR-M9120, BR-M8120, BR-M7120 | 1 Pair: Y1XD98010 |
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Final Thoughts
If you are here, then you must have gained new experience by knowing all the above Shimano disc brake pads compatibility charts with deep discussion. Also, find out which model of your disc brake pad may be compatible. So don’t delay anymore, use all these experiences and expertise in your real-life cycling to achieve an extra thrill.
