BBB Cycling BBS-56(S) Disc Brake Pads

The BBB Cycling Shimano BBS-56 disc brake pads are very durable and have the same fit as the original. The disc brake pads are available in Sintered Compound and Organic Compound. For all kinds of conditions, these are the perfect brake pads. They've received breaking-in, increasing their lifespan!

Hard (Sintered):
The compound of sintered brake pads is made of resin mixed with metal particles. This makes the compound very tough and wear-resistant. These brake pads are also very resistant to high temperatures that can be caused during long descents especially. The downside is that these brake pads react slower than organic or semi-metallic brake pads and produce more noise during braking.
This makes these brake pads very suited for cycling in muddy terrain requiring a lot of braking. That’s common in muddy rides in hilly terrain. These brake pads are also very suited for downhill, enduro and muddy cyclocross rides.

Soft (Organic):
Organic brake pads consist of soft materials. That ensures these brake pads provide excellent dosage and stopping power. The soft compound allows this brake pad to react faster. Aside from that, the organic compound also reduces the noise these brake pads make when used.
The downside of organic brake pads is that they’re less resistant to high temperatures that can occur during long descents. Organic brake pads also wear faster when you often cycle in muddy terrain.
If you mostly use your bike during summer and in flat or hilly terrain, these organic brake pads are a great choice. If you are more of a winter cyclist however, or do you cycle in mountainous terrain, you’re better off with Semi-Metallic brake pads.

Note:
Manufacturers use different sizes & fits. Make sure if the shape of the brake pad in the image corresponds with your current brake pad. Not sure what shape you have, scroll down to the bottom of this page. There, you’ll find which brake pad is suited for which type of brake.

This brake pad has the Shimano A fit. If you are looking for an alternative, or this brake pad is sold out, you can find alternative brake pads here.
Some disc brake rotors can only be used with resin pads. In this case, this is written on the disc brake rotor, so check this beforehand.

Shimano A:
Mountain bike: Deore BR-M615, BR-M6000, BR-M6100 / SLX: BR-M666, BR-M675, BR-M7000, BR-M7100 / XT: BR-M785, BR-M8000, BR-M8100 / XTR: BR-M985, BR-M987, BR-M9000, BR-M9020
City bike: BR-S7000, BR-S700
Road: BR-R785, BR-RS785, BR-CX77, BR-R317, BR-R517

・ 2 pieces BBS-56 brake pads (incl. spring)

Breaking in your brake pads is essential to their performance. Doing so will make them last longer, brake better and squeak less.