MTX Braking Shimano XT / XTR / SLX 2-Piston Disc Brake Pads – Gold & Red Label

MTX Braking Shimano XT / XTR / SLX 2-Piston Disc Brake Pads

Upgrade your Shimano 2-piston hydraulic disc brakes with MTX Braking's high-performance ceramic brake pads. Engineered for consistent stopping power, smooth braking control, and dependable performance, these pads are ideal for cross-country, trail, and all-mountain riding.

Choose between two premium compounds to match your riding style.

Gold Label HD – Power & Durability

• Heavy-duty ceramic composite designed for demanding braking conditions.

• Emphasizes strong stopping power and heat management.

• Offers excellent pad longevity and consistent performance.

• Ideal for aggressive trail riding, heavier riders, and eMTBs.

Red Label RACE – Modulation & Control

• Performance ceramic compound designed for smooth, progressive braking.

• Excellent modulation for precise control.

• Designed for quiet operation.

• Ideal for XC, trail, and all-mountain riding.

Brake Compatibility

Compatible with select Shimano 2-piston hydraulic disc brake calipers, including:

• Shimano XTR BR-M985 and BR-M9000

• Shimano XT BR-M785 and BR-M8000

• Shimano SLX BR-M666 and BR-M675

• Shimano BR-M615 and BR-M6000

• Additional Shimano calipers using the corresponding G/J-style pad shape

Not compatible with:

• Shimano 4-piston brake calipers

• Shimano XTR BR-M9100, which uses a different pad shape

Specifications

• Manufacturer: MTX Braking

• Pad type: Ceramic composite disc brake pads

• Brake configuration: Shimano 2-piston

• Compound options: Gold Label HD / Red Label RACE

• Gold manufacturer SKU: GL121

• Red manufacturer SKU: RL121

• Quantity: One pad set for one brake caliper

• Intended use: XC, Trail, All-Mountain, MTB

Confirm your brake caliper model and existing pad shape before ordering.