ZCOO B005 EXC Endurance Racing Brake Pads for KTM RC8 / RC8 R 1190 (2008–2011)

Engineered from a ceramically sintered compound that remains consistent beyond 600 °C, the ZCOO B005 EXC Endurance brake pads deliver the kind of uncompromising stopping power the KTM RC8 and RC8 R 1190 demands — whether you are pushing hard through a long braking zone at a trackday or covering serious distance on the open road.

Key Features

• Ceramically sintered EXC compound bites immediately from the first lever pull, with no warm-up period required.
• Anti-fade technology maintains consistent braking performance at temperatures exceeding 600 °C, eliminating the fade that can compromise organic and semi-metallic pads.
• Twice the service life of the ZCOO EX Race compound, making these a cost-effective choice for riders who cover high mileage.
• Dimensionally stable backing plate resists warping under sustained thermal stress, ensuring the pad retains full contact with the piston face.
• Precisely manufactured to match Brembo M4, M50 and GP4-RX caliper geometry — no filing or adjustment needed.

Build Quality and Materials

The B005 EXC compound sits at the top of ZCOO's sintered range. Unlike cheaper semi-metallic pads that rely on resin binders prone to softening under heat, the ceramic sintering process fuses the friction material under high pressure and temperature, producing a dense, homogenous pad with exceptional structural integrity. The rigid steel backing plate is machined to tight tolerances, giving an accurate fit within the caliper and preventing the micro-movement that accelerates wear on both the pad and the disc.

The trade-off inherent to any high-grip sintered compound is a marginally elevated rate of disc wear compared to the EX Race variant — a straightforward exchange for the absolute braking performance the EXC delivers. Riders competing in endurance formats or spending frequent days on circuit will find the longer pad life offsets this easily.

Performance on Road and Track

Designed for the realities of the KTM RC8 platform, these pads reward a committed riding style. Initial bite is sharp and progressive feedback through the lever makes it straightforward to modulate braking force precisely at corner entry. At sustained track pace, where brake temperatures climb and remain elevated across multiple sessions, the EXC compound holds its character without glazing or fading — a critical attribute for endurance racing and back-to-back trackday sessions alike.

Fitment and Compatibility

• KTM RC8 1190 (2008–2010)
• KTM RC8 R 1190 (2009–2011)
• Brembo M4, M50 and GP4-RX brake calipers

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