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| Brand | Brembo |
|---|---|
| Part number | M497Z10 |
| Compound | Z10 Racing |
| Application | Track day and semi-professional racing |
| Caliper compatibility | Brembo M4 Monoblock, M50 Monoblock, GP4-RX |
| Disc compatibility | Brembo steel discs; compatible with other quality steel discs |
| Contents per pack | 2 brake pads (1 caliper set) |
| Fitment | Aprilia RSV4 / RSV4 1100 Factory / R / RR / RF (2009–2024) |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
Engineered for riders who want genuine racing performance without the setup headaches, the Brembo Z10 Racing brake pads deliver consistent, high-confidence stopping power from the very first lap. Building on the proven Z04 compound, the Z10 is the natural step up for track day regulars and semi-professional competitors running Aprilia RSV4 and RSV4 1100 variants — no lengthy bedding-in routine, no waiting for heat to build.
Key Features
- Ready to use straight from the box — no extended bedding-in period required, saving valuable track time.
- Reliable bite at low temperatures, so the first braking zones of a cold session are as confidence-inspiring as the last.
- Consistent braking force maintained from the first application right through to the wear limit — no fade, no unexpected variation.
- High thermal stability handles the sustained heat loads of demanding circuit conditions without compound degradation.
- Precise, progressive feel for accurate brake control lap after lap, whether trail-braking into a hairpin or scrubbing speed on a long straight.
- Optimised for use with Brembo steel discs and fully compatible with other quality steel disc combinations.
Caliper Compatibility
The Z10 compound is designed to work with Brembo's leading racing caliper platforms, making fitment straightforward for RSV4 owners already running upgraded hardware:
- Brembo Racing M4 Monoblock caliper
- Brembo Racing M50 Monoblock caliper
- Brembo Racing GP4-RX caliper
Everyday Usability on Track
What sets the Z10 apart for regular track day use is its low-temperature performance window. Many pure racing compounds demand several warm-up laps before delivering full bite, which can be a liability on a busy circuit day when session time is tight. The Z10 sidesteps that compromise, offering usable, predictable stopping power as soon as the session begins. Paired with the Aprilia RSV4's already capable braking package, these pads remove one more variable from the equation and let you focus entirely on extracting lap time.
Fitment and Compatibility
These pads are a direct fitment for all Aprilia RSV4 and RSV4 1100 derivatives produced between 2009 and 2024, covering the following models:
- Aprilia RSV4 (2009–2024)
- Aprilia RSV4 R (2009–2024)
- Aprilia RSV4 RR (2015–2024)
- Aprilia RSV4 RF (2015–2019)
- Aprilia RSV4 1100 (2019–2024)
- Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory (2019–2024)
Specifications
- Brand: Brembo
- Part number: M497Z10
- Compound: Z10 Racing
- Contents: 2 brake pads (sufficient for one caliper)
- Disc compatibility: Brembo steel discs; compatible with other quality steel discs
- Caliper compatibility: Brembo M4 Monoblock, M50 Monoblock, GP4-RX
- Fitment: Aprilia RSV4 / RSV4 1100 Factory / R / RR / RF (2009–2024)
What's includedEverything in the box▼
- 2x Brembo Z10 Racing brake pads (1 caliper set)
FitmentWhich bikes this fits▼
- Aprilia RSV4 / RSV4 1100 Factory / R / RR / RF (2009–2024)
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