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MTB disc brakes and rotors from Shimano, Magura, SRAM and Hayes at low prices. Brakes come ready to fit, usually without rotor: check on the product page what is included.

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2 or 4 pistons?

  • 2 pistons: light and easy to modulate, for cross-country, touring and easy trail riding (Shimano MT4xx, Deore, Magura MT4).
  • 4 pistons: more power and less hand fatigue, for aggressive trail, enduro, downhill and e-MTB (Shimano XT and SLX 4-piston, Magura MT5 to MT7, SRAM Code).

Rotor size

  • 160 mm: cross-country and the rear of light bikes.
  • 180 mm: the most common, front and rear on trail bikes.
  • 200 to 220 mm: enduro, downhill and e-MTB, especially at the front.

A larger rotor brakes harder and runs cooler. Check the maximum size your fork and frame accept; above the base size, a Post Mount adapter is needed.

Rotor mount

The rotor must match your hub: Center Lock (splined lockring) or 6-bolt. An adapter lets you fit a 6-bolt rotor on a Center Lock hub, not the other way round.

Mineral oil or DOT?

  • Mineral oil: Shimano and Magura. It does not damage paint and is easier to handle.
  • DOT fluid: SRAM and Hayes. It copes well with heat but must be replaced regularly.

Never mix the two: a brake designed for mineral oil would be damaged by DOT, and vice versa.

Brake pads

  • Organic (resin): quiet with good bite when cold, but they wear quickly in wet conditions.
  • Metallic (sintered): longer-lasting and more heat-resistant, slightly noisier. The right choice for enduro and e-MTB.

Frequently asked questions

Is the rotor supplied with the brake?
Usually not: “w/o disc” on the product page means “without rotor”.

Is the brake bled on delivery?
Our brakes come ready to fit and are usually bled by the manufacturer. If you shorten the hose, the brake will need bleeding.

What hose length do I need?
Around 1,000 mm at the front and 1,700 to 2,000 mm at the rear, depending on frame size. The length is shown on each product page (“L 1000mm”).

See also: MTB wheels · MTB forks · Road brakes

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