Can You Use Ultegra Rotors With 105 Calipers? (fast answer)
Condensed answer: Ultegra rotors can be combined with 105 calipers when the rotors are of the correct size and rely on a mounting mechanism compatible with the hubs of the…
Condensed answer: Ultegra rotors can be combined with 105 calipers when the rotors are of the correct size and rely on a mounting mechanism compatible with the hubs of the…
Condensed answer: The braking surface of Campagnolo rotors is slightly wider than that of Shimano models. Consequently, the brake pads of a Shimano road caliper would cover about 4/5 of…
Condensed Answer: If the Campagnolo brakes in question are designed to operate with mineral oil, then one can use Shimano’s mineral oil. That said, ideally, one should rely on the mineral…
Condensed answer: Most of SRAM's hydraulic brakes rely on DOT fluid and therefore cannot accept the mineral oil of Shimano. There's also a SRAM brake line (DB8) that operates with…
Condensed answer: While both Shimano and Magura brakes rely on mineral oil, the formulas used by the companies are different. To preserve the warranty of the brakes and reduce the…
Condensed Answer: If the Tektro brakes in question are designed to operate with mineral oil, then one can use Shimano's mineral oil. That said, ideally, one should rely on the…
Description of The Problem When the rider releases the brake lever after slowing down, the brake arms remain partially closed. The brake lever usually doesn't return to its original position…
Condensed Answer: Many dirt jumpers do not have a front brake to facilitate the execution of tricks such as bar spins, save weight and prevent improper or accidental deployment of…
Description Of The ProblemWhen the rider releases the brake lever after applying the brakes, the brake arms/jaws do not open fully, and the brake shoes continue to rub against the…
Description Of The Problem: During braking the front wheel of the bike is wobbling (moving back and forth). The harder and more intense the braking is, the more noticeable the…