Girodisc VW Golf R (Mk8), Audi 8Y S3 Front Rotors
Upgrade your Volkswagen Golf R or Audi S3 braking system with Girodisc lightweight two-piece front rotors. Designed for precision, durability, and cooling efficiency, these rotors deliver sharper response and reduced fade for both spirited street driving and demanding track sessions. The fully floating design reduces unsprung and rotating mass, improving handling and braking control without altering factory balance or ABS performance.
Vehicle Fitment
Compatible with:
• Volkswagen Golf R (Mk8, 2022+)
• Audi S3 (8Y, 2022+)
Direct OEM replacement – bolts to factory hubs and calipers, no modifications required.
Sold and priced per pair.
Race-Developed, Street-Refined Performance
Each Girodisc 2-piece rotor assembly replaces the factory one-piece iron disc with a lightweight floating design. The friction rings are machined from Girodisc’s proprietary high-carbon iron casting, developed for exceptional strength and thermal stability under high-stress braking. The 72 curved vanes function as internal air pumps, drawing cool air through the disc for maximum heat dissipation and fade resistance. Paired with CNC-machined 6061-T6 aluminum hats finished in black anodize, these rotors strike the perfect balance between weight reduction and durability.
Features
• Direct OEM replacement for VW Golf R (Mk8) and Audi 8Y S3 front rotors
• Two-piece floating design reduces unsprung and rotational mass
• CNC-machined 6061-T6 aluminum hats, black anodized for corrosion resistance
• Proprietary high-carbon cast iron rotor rings for improved heat control
• 72 curved cooling vanes efficiently manage thermal load
• Fully rebuildable – reuse hats with replacement rings (P/N D1-288)
• Precision-assembled using cadmium-plated hardware and spring clip float control
• Made and assembled in Bellingham, WA from U.S.-sourced materials
• Minimum recommended ring thickness: 32mm
Specifications
• Application: Front axle
• Material: High-carbon cast iron with 6061-T6 aluminum hat
• Vane count: 72 curved directional
• Replacement ring part number: D1-288
• Made in the USA
• Sold/priced per pair
Girodisc A1-288 Front Rotor FAQs:
Do these rotors fit both the Mk8 Golf R and 8Y Audi S3? Yes. The A1-288 Girodisc rotors are designed for direct fitment on both the Volkswagen Golf R Mk8 and the Audi S3 8Y chassis, using factory calipers and hardware.
How much weight do these rotors save? The two-piece design significantly reduces unsprung weight compared to OEM rotors, improving steering feedback and suspension responsiveness.
Can the iron rings be replaced? Yes. Girodisc rotors are fully rebuildable—simply reuse the aluminum hats and install new rings (part number D1-288) when the originals reach minimum thickness or wear limits.
Are these rotors suitable for track days? Absolutely. Girodisc rotors are engineered for motorsport-level heat management while remaining quiet and reliable for street use, offering the best balance of performance and longevity.
Upgrade your Golf R or S3 with Girodisc two-piece rotors to experience unmatched stopping precision, reduced weight, and consistent performance lap after lap.
