Brembo Z04 Racing Brake Pads for Ducati Panigale V4 / V4 S / V4 R (2018–2024)

Forged in the crucible of MotoGP, Moto2, Moto3 and Superbike competition, the Brembo Z04 racing brake pads represent the absolute pinnacle of friction material engineering. Every compound batch is developed to withstand the punishing demands of professional circuit racing, yet the precision-dimensioned pad geometry means they drop straight into your Ducati Panigale V4, V4 S or V4 R caliper with zero compromise on feel or control.

Key Features

• Race-compound friction material engineered for MotoGP, Moto2, Moto3 and SBK — the same specification used by factory teams worldwide.
• Exceptional thermal stability maintains consistent bite force and modulation right through sustained hard braking, eliminating the fade that plagues lesser compounds at circuit temperatures.
• Zero bed-in period required — install and go straight to the limit without any running-in laps or reduced-pressure warm-up ritual.
• Low wear rate even under extreme conditions extends service intervals far beyond standard road pads, keeping maintenance costs in check across a full race weekend.
• Precise, progressive feedback through the lever gives the rider granular control over braking force right to the very edge of tyre grip.
• Consistent performance maintained from the first lap to the last millimetre of usable pad thickness.

Build Quality and Materials

The Z04 compound is the result of decades of Brembo's in-house research into sintered and organic friction materials under actual race conditions. The backing plate is manufactured to exacting tolerances — length 102.2 mm, height 41.7 mm, thickness 7.9 mm — ensuring a firm, rattle-free seat in the caliper and eliminating the micro-movement that generates inconsistent pedal feel. These are not road pads with a racing label; they are a purpose-built racing product that happens to be homologated for road-registered machines.

Performance on Track and Road

On circuit the Z04 delivers the authority you need late on the brakes into tight chicanes, with a lever feel that remains virtually unchanged whether the discs are cold on an early outlap or glowing at the end of a long straight. The compound's high coefficient of friction at elevated temperature means you can shorten braking distances with confidence rather than caution. On road the same qualities translate to reassuring all-weather bite and a lever pressure that inspires trust rather than anxiety.

Fitment and Compatibility

The Brembo Z04 brake pads (part number M497Z04, reference 107A48639/49 / 07.A225.71) are a direct-fit replacement for the following:

• Ducati Panigale V4 (2018–2024)
• Ducati Panigale V4 S (2018–2024)
• Ducati Panigale V4 R (2018–2024)

Each pack contains two brake pads — sufficient for one caliper. Front axle fitment typically requires two packs for both front calipers; verify your specific setup before ordering.

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