Brake: Disc Brakes
Hayes Prime Pro 2011
It’s here. And it’s the first of its kind. PRIME hydraulic disc brakes feature industry-first technologies and offer more power, new components and a better ride. PRIME’s tool-free reach and contact adjustment, improved braking torque and feel and outstanding ergonomics are just a few of its many attributes. Plus, its ground-breaking, high-flow reservoir venting system has never been seen before. PRIME disc brakes are available in Pro and Expert configurations. If you thought Stroker was cool, you’re not gonna believe this.
- Improved Reach Adjust: Tool-free design that is independent of the contact adjustment. This feature has improved durability and aesthetics over the existing Stroker design. Additionally, mechanical advantage is fixed regardless of lever home position. This means you get the same power and feel with the lever set close to the grip as you do with it set further away.
- Mechanical Leverage Ratio: Increased throughout the entire lever stroke, resulting in a high power level later in the stroke. This promotes progressive braking that is more predictable (modulation).
- Hydraulic Power Ratio: 20% increase in hydraulic ratio over the Stroker Trail. Higher clamp force on the rotor is reached with the same given input at the lever blade.
- Dead stroke adjustment: Tool free
- Hose material: Premium
- Clamp screws, bridge bolts, & mount bolts: Titanium
- Mount washer, banjo, banjo bolt, pivot bolt, and pad pin: Anodized aluminium
- Laser etched graphics: Laser etched
- Lever bushings: Titacon
- Pad material: Sintered metallic
- Hose grommets: Standard
- Push rod: Titanium
Hayes Prime Expert 2011
It’s here. And it’s the first of its kind. PRIME hydraulic disc brakes feature industry-first technologies and offer more power, new components and a better ride. PRIME’s tool-free reach and contact adjustment, improved braking torque and feel and outstanding ergonomics are just a few of its many attributes. Plus, its ground-breaking, high-flow reservoir venting system has never been seen before. PRIME disc brakes are available in Pro and Expert configurations. If you thought Stroker was cool, you’re not gonna believe this.
- Improved Reach Adjust: Tool-free design that is independent of the contact adjustment. This feature has improved durability and aesthetics over the existing Stroker design. Additionally, mechanical advantage is fixed regardless of lever home position. This means you get the same power and feel with the lever set close to the grip as you do with it set further away.
- Dead stroke adjustment: Tool free
- Hose material: Standard
- Clamp screws, bridge bolts, & mount bolts: Steel/Aluminium
- Mount washer, banjo, banjo bolt, pivot bolt, and pad pin: Steel
- Laser etched graphics: Pad printed
- Lever bushings: Titacon
- Pad material: Semi-metallic
- Push rod: Steel
Hayes Stroker Gram Rear Brake 2011
The Stroker Trail and Carbon were already tremendously capable across a range of applications, but we knew we could make an even better brake for weight-obsessed cross-country racers and pedal-up/ pedal-down all-mountain types. The result is the Stroker Gram. What sets the Gram apart from all the other models in the Stroker family is the removal of non-structural material from the master cylinder (confirmed by finite element analysis), leaving behind a form that is as strong as it is sexy. We’ve also dressed up both the master cylinder and the caliper in titanium hardware, and thrown in our lightweight aluminium-backed pads. Sure, there are lighter brakes out there, but none match the Stroker Gram’s combination of weight, power, modulation, serviceability, durability, and value.
- Available Rotor Sizes: 140 (rear-only), 160, 180, 203, 224 (mm)
- Master cylinder: Radial, Symm, Aluminium
- Caliper: Two-piece; Aluminium with caliper positioning window: titanium bridge bolts
- Colour: White
- Pad material: Semi metallic with aluminium backing plate
- Lever blade: Carbon fiber with tool free reach adjust
- Fluid: Hayes high temp, DOT 4
- Weight: 335g (160mm rotor), 339g (140mm)
Hayes Stroker Trail Brake 2011
The Stroker Trail improves on the Ryde in a number of ways, beginning with an indexed, tool-free reach-adjust dial that makes setup a snap. The caliper features an adjustable banjo for tight, snag-free hose routing, plus Hayes’ signature tool-free pad removal. The Stroker Trail also boasts a greater hydraulic ratio than the Ryde, for enhanced stopping power and modulation. No wonder the Stroker Trail has already been ridden to numerous World Cup championships.
- Usage: XC, AM, FR
- Weight: 460g (inc, 160mm rotor+ all hardware)
- Colour: Pearl white with steel blue dial or slate grey metallic titanium dial
- Pad material: Sintered metallic
- Reach adjust: Indexing Aluminium dial
- Pad retention: Patented tool free
Magura Marta Raceline SL Brake 2011
A reminiscence to the legendary neon yellow MAGURA Raceline rim brakes which left its mark on the Worldcup events in the wild 90s of the last century. Now with the irresistible Marta. Unbelievably powerful, limited (600 sets worldwide), unique. Of course with the featherlight and awesome STORM SL rotor.
- Open hydraulic disc brake system with completely integrated reservoir.
- EBT technology for superfast and convenient bleeding.
- Dual piston fixed caliper made of forged aluminium with automatic pad wear adjustment in a smart one piece design for maximum stiffness.
- Pad wear thickness can be checked without removal of the pads. Of course with the featherlight and awesome STORM SL rotor with 203, 180, 160 and, the first time, 140mm. Featherlight carbon 2-finger blade with integrated reach adjust.
- Weight: From 280 g/0.61 lbs. onwards (depending on model)
- Colours: Brake lever and calliper in black-yellow finish
- Gear Shifter compatibility: Compatible with all Shimano STI, Sram trigger and Sram and Rohloff twist grip shifters. Not compatible with Shimano Dual Control. Dual Docking. Trigger shifters can be mounted both inside and outside the brake lever.
Magura Marta FR Grunge Green Brake 2011
Finally a worthy successor of the legendary Louise FR. Marta FR – the new benchmark for all who do not see any limits when it comes to mountainbiking.
- Recommended Use: Freeride, Enduro, All Mountain
- Technical features: Open hydraulic disc brake system with completely integrated reservoir. EBT technology for superfast and convenient bleeding. Dual piston fixed calliper made of forged aluminium with automatic pad wear adjustment in a smart One Piece Design for maximum stiffness. Pad wear thickness can be checked without removal of the pads. New, lightweight yet super solid STORM rotor with either 180 or 203 mm diameter. Featherlight aluminium 2-finger blade with integrated reach adjust. All fitting bolts made of aluminium.
- Weight: From 360 g/0.79 lbs. onwards (depending on model).
- Colours: Brake lever and calliper in cool grunge green finish, white hoses
- Gear Shifter compatibility: Compatible with all Shimano STI, Sram trigger and Sram and Rohloff twist grip shifters. Not compatible with Shimano Dual Control. Dual Docking. Trigger shifters can be mounted both inside and outside the brake lever.
- Note: Also compatible with 90° hose fitting for calliper.
- Guarantee: 5-year leakproof warranty after online registration on magura.com
Hayes Stroker Ace Brake 2011
The Stroker Ace features Hayes’ first four-piston, forged mono-bloc caliper and our biggest pads ever, giving the Ace tremendous heat management capabilities. We’ve also designed a longer lever for increased leverage at the bar. Mated to the proven Stroker master cylinder, this makes the Ace our most powerful brake ever, while advancing the already unmatched Stroker modulation. At a system weight of 427g, the Ace trumps all the other gravity-oriented brakes in the deck.
- Master Cylinder: Radial, Symmetrical; Aluminium
- Caliper: Forged mono-bloc; Aluminium; Four-piston
- Colour: Frosty Silver
- Pad Material: Sintered metallic with Aluminium backing plate
- Lever Blade: Aluminium, XL with tool free reach adjust
- Fluid: Hayes high temperature, DOT4
- Weight: 440g (160mm rotor), 488g (180mm), 520g (203mm) Rotor not included
Shimano XTR Trail Disc Brakes M988
Riding comfortably at speed requires an unconscious, intuitive confidence in your machine. It requires knowing that whatever conditions you come across your brakes will be ready and able to deliver reliable control in any situation.
Say hello to XTR Trail brakes, and say goodbye to compromise. The integration of Servo-Wave brake-boosting technology into an XTR-level brake generates gobs of lightweight stopping power (125 percent of the previous XTR benchmark, to be exact) that can be precisely rolled on and off with single-finger effort—leaving a better grip on the bar for charging through the gnar.
With industry-first full ceramic caliper pistons, radiator-fin-backed brake pads to shed performance-sapping heat, these all-new brakes maintain cool, quiet performance under fire.
As the most powerful and most controllable XTR-level brake of all time, XTR Trail absolutely assassinates wide-open descents with uncanny consistency, delivering more confidence than ever before.
The new XTR Trail lever delivers big power. As the first XTR lever equipped with Servo-Wave, riders can precisely control 25 percent more power with highly-adjustable and responsive one-finger braking. When coupled with the XTR Trail lever, the new forged one-piece caliper delivers a balance of light weight and power that resists performance-sapping heat better than ever before thanks to an industry-first full-ceramic piston and optional Ice Technology radiator brake pads
- 125% Power rating
- Short-stroke Servo-Wave mechanism for quick engagement
- Tool-free reach-adjust
- Free stroke adjustment
- Shorter, wider 14-millimeter brake lever with more efficient pivot location
- Hinge-clamp mounting bracket
- High-power hose for uncompromising performance
- Combine with i-spec bracket to reduce handlebar clutter
- One piece forged post mount caliper
- Oversized ceramic piston
- Aluminium banjo hose fitting
- Hydraulic Fluid: Shimano Mineral Oil
- Brake Hose Type: SM-BH90-SB
- Brake Lever Size: 1.5-finger
- SERVO WAVE Action Power Adjuster
- Reach Adjuster: Tool free
- Reinforced Parallel Push
- Brake Pad Types: metal / resin
- Spring Tension Adjuster
- Caliper Mount Type: International standard / Post mount
- Piston Type: Opposed 2-piston
Shimano XTR Race Disc Brakes M985
Underpowered brakes lead to defensive riding technique and, ultimately, to slower lap times. Enter the new XTR Race brake, which encourages racers to attack technical downhill sections with confidence, leaving the competition squealing and squawking in the dust.
How? First off, they produce 110 percent of the power of their predecessors while shedding precious grams at the same time, so they’re as viable a race-bike pick as ever. Throw in ergonomically re-engineered lever pivots and XTR Race lays on that power with single-finger effort.
But power is pointless if it can’t be maintained. Heat build-up is the enemy of any brake system, stock aluminium-backed brake pads and the industry’s first full ceramic caliper piston all help dump heat and maintain consistent power.
The key factor for racers is confidence—the confidence to win, and the confidence to lay off the brakes, knowing they’ll be there when they’re needed, every time
With ten percent more power than the previous XTR brake, the sleek new XTR Race lever has been ergonomically redesigned for a versatile fit on the handlebars, superior feel at the fingertips and unsurpassed function on the race course. When coupled with the XTR Race lever, the new forged one-piece M985 caliper delivers a balance of light weight and power that resists performance-sapping heat better than ever before thanks to an industry-first full-ceramic piston.
- 110% power rating
- Shorter, 13-millimeter brake lever with more efficient pivot location
- Integrated barrel reservoir design
- Hinge-clamp mounting bracket
- High-power hose for consistent performance
- Combine with i-spec bracket to reduce handlebar clutter
- Resin pad compound with alloy backing plate (standard)
- One piece forged post mount caliper
- Oversized ceramic piston
- Aluminium banjo hose fitting
- Hydraulic Fluid: Shimano Mineral Oil
- Brake Hose Type: SM-BH90-SB
- Brake Lever Size : 1.5-finger
- Reach Adjuster: Yes
- Reinforced Parallel Push
- M System Brake Pad
- Brake Pad Types: metal / resin
- Cartridge Shoe Holder
- Spring Tension Adjuster
- Caliper Mount Type: International standard / Post mount
- Piston Type: Opposed 2-piston
Shimano XT Disc Brakes M775
New XT disc brake, a new level of performance and controllability, features high power braking. “Engineered for the way you ride”. With the same concept to as XTR, new DEORE XT is born.
- Hydraulic Disc Brake for International A-type
- Stiffer mono-block caliper body
- Maintains current hardware and pad
- Opposed 2-piston design reduces leading effect and optimal pad wear increases braking control
- Increased pad to rotor clearance reduces the chance of rotor drag in muddy conditions
- One-piece forged calliper monobody design is lightweight and rigid
- Mineral oil brake fluid is non-corrosive and less hazardous than conventional hydraulic brake fluid
- Shim-less mounting bracket allows for quick installation and setting up
- Can be used with the Centre-Lock rotor system, which fits easily to compatible hubs; alternatively a conventional 6-bolt rotor can be used
Shimano XTR Disc Brakes M975
The original XTR component group revolutionized off road performance with a never before seen level of quality and precision. Mountain biking has evolved and the XTR group has grown but it has never outgrown its original design philosophy of delivering top-level performance in a lightweight, beautifully-engineered package. The next generation of XTR raises the bar again-reduced weight, increased stiffness, and improved durability combine with innovative new features to deliver the ultimate riding experience.
At its heart, XTR is still pure cross country performance however, with a distinguished new appearance and unprecedented options; XTR delivers the performance to address your needs. Whether you are a World Cup-level cross country racers or a mountain biker that puts a high value on performance, weight savings and reliability, XTR is for you.
Caliper:
Shimano’s new disc brake calipers retain Shmano’s signature control through superior modulation. The BR-M975 retains an opposed two-piston design while reducing weight: The one – piece design is more compact and very stiff which results in a precise and efficient disc brake design. The titanium back plate on the new XTR brake pads are 12 grams lighter than current steel pads. Durability in the pad is also improved by 50%. Use intarnational standard calipers for the ultimate in weight savings to achive the following rotor choices: 160mm / 180mm for the front or 160mm / 140mm for the rear.
- Shimano XTR cutting edge braking technology, available to fit both international standard and post mount forks directly and can be used in conjunction with adapters for a choice of 140, 160, 180 and 203 mm rotors
- As standard this calliper fits with 160 mm rotor
- Super lightweight mono body uses a forged one piece design that increases rigidity and reduces weight
- Shimano engineering twin piston design provides the ultimate balance between sensitive control and stopping power
- Titanium back plate to the brake pads are not only lightweight but stable under high temperatures giving consistent braking performance
- Sintered and resin pads available to tailor performance to your needs
- Can be used with the ground-breaking XTR ST-M975 Dual Control combined brake and gear levers, or conventional Shimano XTR BL-M975 hydraulic brake levers
- Offset bleed nipple for easy maintenance
- Weighs an incredible 108 g
Lever: Possibly the ultimate disc brake levers offering awesome control and modulation. Choose the type of handlebar you want to use. The brake hose does not get in the way even with a very narrow handlebar.
- Ergonomic, powerful and compact XTR hydraulic disc brake levers
- These XTR two finger brake levers offer exceptional control and modulation
- The compact design of the hydraulic brake lever is created by positioning the oil reservoir on the handlebar clamp unit, in turn giving zero handle bar interference
- Forged alloy brake lever with textured finish for optimum strength, grip and reliability
- Oversized anodised alloy handle bar clamp bolt for light weight and rigidity
- The hydraulic cable lines are taken from the clamp oil reservoir at 45 degrees for much improved cable routing
- Easy access lever reach adjustment for custom lever feel and position
- Weight 194 grams
Shimano Saint Disc Brakes M810
Shimano’s very first hydraulic disc brake offering was a four-piston system, but everything since those first Deore XT brakes has been two-piston. For 2009, though, Saint has gone back to a four-pot setup. Like the venerable XTs, the Saint calipers feature dual-diameter pistons resulting in one pair contacting the rotor slightly before the others to improve modulation. The brake levers feature the same Servo Wave design found on the existing XT group, packaged into a really quite funky-looking black and gold design. Tool-free reach adjust, bite-point adjustment and a sturdy lever blade all feature.
The new brakes promise a remarkable 50% more stopping power than the current Saint brakes (already no slouch in the coming-to-a-halt stakes). We’ve only had a chance to do a couple of laps of a car park on them, but they’re certainly eye-popping performers – the same amount of finger exertion that would bring you to a brisk halt on XT is the fast route to Endo City on Saint. They’ll take a bit of getting used to, but once you do you should be able to look forward to endless stop-ability.
- Post Mount
- 1000mm Hose – Front
- 1700mm Hose – Rear
Shimano SLX Disc Brakes M665
The SLX Disc Brake System offers 20% higher stopping power than its predecessor (Deore LX BR-M585). The system also features improved ergonomics, direct cable routing, and tool-free reach adjustment. The Servo-Wave brake levers offer superb power and feel.
- Brake Pad Types – Metallic / resin
- Hydraulic Fluid – Shimano genuine mineral oil
- Brake Hose Type – SM-BH59
- Caliper Mount Type – International standard Post mount
- Caliper Material – Aluminium
- Caliper Finish – Painted
- Piston Type – Opposed 2-piston
- Average Weight – 150g
Shimano Deore Disc Brakes M595
High-performance components for comfortable trekking. Development concept blends “Smooth, Ridelight and Tough” for ease and reliability.
- Opposed 2-piston design
- High rigidity caliper
- Improved bleeding performance : One way oil routing. Air bubbles will not stay inside of the caliper.
- Common brake pads with XTR, XT and SLX calipers
- Resin and metal pad options
Shimano LX Disc Brakes Dual Contol M585
Light action, comfortable and responsive, M585 dual control system offers a pro-level command platform at an unbeatable price. Known for its durability and long term value, Shimano LX continues to be the components of choice for the price conscience, enthusiast.
- Twin piston Deore LX M585 brake calliper providing strong braking power with a minimalist design
- Mineral oil is non-corrosive and less hazardous than conventional hydraulic fluid
- Shim-less mounting bracket allows for quick installation and set up
- Compatible with international and post-type mounts
- 9 speed rear gearing with precise changing
- Braking and gear changing is possible simultaneously
- Allows shifting without moving hand position
Formula R1 Brake 2010
Go faster with better brakes. It’s a concept we never really grasped until we fell in love with the Formula Oro Puro brake. It represented the pinnacle of braking performance offering an unparalleled combination of premium modulation and stop-you-dead-in-your-tracks power. With oodles of power, and supreme control, we slowed down less in corners, and had to work less exiting them. And at 341g for the system, it was light and it was sexy. It brought together the best of all worlds.
Calliper:
- One piece patented forged calliper.
- Aluminium back plate organic compound.
- Patented nut to reduce overall dimensions.
Master Cylinder:
- Patented two pieces radial master cylinder allows lever to be taken out without removing any other thing from the bar.
- Easy clamp setting up.
- Flip flop master cylinder allows lever to be mounted on each side of the bar.
- Patented body integrated tool free taper wall reservoir.
- Magnesium lever.
- Worry free re-attachable fitting.
Formula The One ’10 Brake 2010
*TheONE*’s patented forged caliper and large 24mm pistons generate enormous stopping force. Designed as a DH Race brake; the power, weight, modulation and adjustability of TheONE have won its International acclaim by both print and online media.
For 2010 we added a new MC wich drops the weight all the way down to 308g making it the lightest DH brake on the market today -nothing else is even close.
Say hello to the 2010 The One – the lightest and most powerful DH brake ever made.
- Forged radial master cylinder.
- Patent-pending high capacity, integrated, reservoir.
- Removable handlebar clamp.
- Flip-Flop master cylinder assembly.
- Dual M/C bleed ports for easy-on-the-bike bleeds.
- Aluminium forged lever blade (optional carbon).
- Patent-pending forged 1-piece post mount caliper.
- Huge 24mm caliper pistons for amazing power.
- Top vented caliper allows for wheel on pad changes and eliminates overheating effects.
- Bottom vented caliper pistons provide additional cooling.
Magura Marta Magnesium SL Brake
When it comes to superlight disc brakes there has been one benchmark over the past six years: Magura Marta SL! Minimum weight, combined with unmatched power, modulation and performance. Our word that the new generation combines all these guts again and features a bunch of finements!
Open hydraulic disc brake system with completely integrated reservoir. New: EBT technology for superfast and convenient bleeding. Dual piston fixed caliper with automatic pad wear adjustment in a smart one piece design for maximum stiffness. Pad wear thickness can be checked without removal of the pads. Awesome looking SL rotor in a wave design for improved cooling. Featherlight 2-finger carbon fibre lever blade with integrated reach adjust. New: Improved lever kinematics and mud protection. Dual Docking: Trigger shifters can be mounted both inside and outside the brake lever.
- Biker profile – Enduro, All Mountain, XC Race, X-Country
- Weight – from 335 grams/0.73 lbs.onwards (depending on rotor size)
- Brake system – Full hydraulic disc brake, open system with reservoir
- Material brake lever/caliper – Aluminium cold forged
- Deceleration in m/sec² according to DIN 79100 (100N handforce) – 7,0m/s² (203mm), 6,8m/s² (180mm), 6,0m/s² (160mm)
- Piston diameter brake lever/caliper – 11/2×22
- Disc diameter – 203mm, 180mm or 160mm (IS 6-holes)
- Centerlock option SL rotor – yes (with Centerlock adaptor)
- Hose fitting caliper – 0°
- Brake pads – organic, 6.1 Performance (standard)
- Material fitting bolts – steel
- Transmission medium – Non toxic and skin friendly Magura Royal Blood mineral oil
- Hose – Magura Disc Tube, easily shortened
- Material brake lever/caliper – Aluminium cold forged
- Pad wear adjustment – automatic
- Lever blade – Carbon
- Colour brake lever/lever blade/caliper – red or silver anodized
- Reach adjust – yes
- Hose length – 180cm
- Caliper in a one piece design (OPD) – yes
- Bite Adjust Technology (BAT) – no
- Dual Docking for trigger shifters – yes
- EBT Easy Bleed Technology – yes
- Quick Fit brake lever fitting – no
- Heat Eater hose fitting connection – no
- Gear shifter compatibility – Compatible with all current Shimano STI, Sram trigger, Sram and Rohloff twist grip shifters. Not compatible with Shimano Dual Control!
Magura Marta SL Brake
When it comes to superlight disc brakes there has been one benchmark over the past six years: Magura Marta SL! Minimum weight, combined with unmatched power, modulation and performance. Our word that the new generation combines all these guts again and features a bunch of finements!
Open hydraulic disc brake system with completely integrated reservoir. New: EBT technology for superfast and convenient bleeding. Dual piston fixed caliper with automatic pad wear adjustment in a smart one piece design for maximum stiffness. Pad wear thickness can be checked without removal of the pads. Awesome looking SL rotor in a wave design for improved cooling. Featherlight 2-finger carbon fibre lever blade with integrated reach adjust. New: Improved lever kinematics and mud protection. Dual Docking: Trigger shifters can be mounted both inside and outside the brake lever.
- Biker profile – Enduro, All Mountain, XC Race, X-Country
- Weight – from 335 grams/0.73 lbs.onwards (depending on rotor size)
- Brake system – Full hydraulic disc brake, open system with reservoir
- Material brake lever/caliper – Aluminium cold forged
- Deceleration in m/sec² according to DIN 79100 (100N handforce) – 7,0m/s² (203mm), 6,8m/s² (180mm), 6,0m/s² (160mm)
- Piston diameter brake lever/caliper – 11/2×22
- Disc diameter – 203mm, 180mm or 160mm (IS 6-holes)
- Centerlock option SL rotor – yes (with Centerlock adaptor)
- Hose fitting caliper – 0°
- Brake pads – organic, 6.1 Performance
- Material fitting bolts – steel
- Transmission medium – Non toxic and skin friendly MAGURA Royal Blood mineral oil
- Hose – Magura Disc Tube, easily shortened
- Material brake lever/caliper – Aluminium cold forged
- Pad wear adjustment -automatic
- Lever blade – Carbon
- Colour brake lever/lever blade/caliper – red or silver anodized
- Reach adjust – yes
- Hose length – 180cm
- Caliper in a one piece design (OPD) – yes
- Bite Adjust Technology (BAT) – no
- Dual Docking for trigger shifters – yes
- EBT Easy Bleed Technology – yes
- Quick Fit brake lever fitting – no
- Heat Eater hose fitting connection – no
- Gear shifter compatibility – Compatible with all current Shimano STI, Sram trigger, Sram and Rohloff twist grip shifters. Not compatible with Shimano Dual Control!
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