Upgrade to XT M785 disc brakes ?

kajjal
kajjal Posts: 3,380
edited April 2014 in MTB buying advice
My 2013 Carve has Avid elixir 1 brakes and I am looking to upgrade to more adjustable brakes with better power / feel as I weight around 100KG at over 6ft6. Would the XT m785 disc brakes with IceCool rota's be a good choice ?

I assume the mountings are standard.

Also does changing the QR to 9mm axles make any noticeable difference ?

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  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    They will fit straight on, don't use the Avid CPS washers and use the shorter Shimano bolts to the existing mounts, no need to change disc (or Rotor if you must). Axle type is irrelevant to brakes.
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • kajjal
    kajjal Posts: 3,380
    Thanks, will the performance be better ?
  • mcnultycop
    mcnultycop Posts: 2,143
    Probably, they'll definitely be more reliable.
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  • kajjal
    kajjal Posts: 3,380
    mcnultycop wrote:
    Probably, they'll definitely be more reliable.

    That's great thanks for the advice.
  • kammybear
    kammybear Posts: 500
    Used both.

    XT will be totally different in feel. Much more flexible while the 1s appear on or off!
  • kajjal
    kajjal Posts: 3,380
    Thanks, I have ordered them now :)

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