Shimano G04S Brake Pads for XT, SLX, Alfine

G04S Shimano brake pads for XT, SLX, and Alfine - durable and increased braking power
The Shimano G04S brake pads have a metallic pad on a steel backing plate and are compatible with XTR (up to M9000), XT, SLX, Deore, Alfine and some Road 2-piston disc brakes. They impress with top braking performance, outstanding durability and special fading resistance. The G04S are also above average in terms of modulation.

Brake Pad Compound: sintered
Backing Plate Material: steel
Cooling Fins: no

Characteristics:
Power: high (5 out of 5)
Modulation: above average (4 out of 5)
Durability: high (5 out of 5)
Anti-Fading: high (5 out of 5)
Silence: average (3 out of 5)

Models:
universal / sintered
Type: G (narrow)
Manufacturer Part Number: Y-8MY98010
Compatibility: XTR BR-M9000, BR-M9020, BR-M987, BR-M985 / XT BR-M8100, BR-M8000, BR-M785 / SLX BR-M7100, BR-M7000, BR-M675, BR-M666 / Deore BR-M6000, BR-M615 / Alfine BR-S700 / groupless Cyclocross: BR-CX77; Road: BR-R785, BR-RS785, BR-R517, BR-R317

Features:
- high-strength pad material
- long life
- high braking power under extreme conditions
- special design for sand and mud

Contents:
- 1 pair of Shimano G04S brake pads
- 1 x spring
- 1 x safety splint

Weight: 36g

What material is the brake surface of the Shimano G04S brake pads?
The Shimano G04S brake pads are sintered Metal.

What type is the Shimano G04S brake pads?
The Shimano G04S brake pads are Type G (narrow).

Do I have to remove the wheel when replacing Shimano hydraulic disc brake pads?
It is good practise to remove the wheel when replacing Shimano hydraulic disc brake pads to reduce to risk of contmination on the rotor.