Disc Brake mount help needed !!
SpecializedJake
Posts: 34
Hey guys and gals.
I've decided that I've finally had enough of my terrible avid juicy three SL's on my now 5 year old Specialized Rockhopper comp disc. I've decided on the Shimano deore M615's to replace them. However my Question is what adaptors do I need ? I'm currently running 160mm rotors front and rear however I would like to go up to a 180 on the front for the increase in power as my local trails have a few quite fast descents. I believe my fork and frame both have IS mounts but I'm not quite sure. Also am I correct in thinking that all I need is
Brakes
Rotors
Adaptors
I have attached a picture of my rear disc mount. I don't know if it might help someone Identify the adaptor I need.
http://www.evanscycles.com/products/specialized/rockhopper-comp-disc-2009-mountain-bike-ec016419#features
Thanks in advance
I've decided that I've finally had enough of my terrible avid juicy three SL's on my now 5 year old Specialized Rockhopper comp disc. I've decided on the Shimano deore M615's to replace them. However my Question is what adaptors do I need ? I'm currently running 160mm rotors front and rear however I would like to go up to a 180 on the front for the increase in power as my local trails have a few quite fast descents. I believe my fork and frame both have IS mounts but I'm not quite sure. Also am I correct in thinking that all I need is
Brakes
Rotors
Adaptors
I have attached a picture of my rear disc mount. I don't know if it might help someone Identify the adaptor I need.
http://www.evanscycles.com/products/specialized/rockhopper-comp-disc-2009-mountain-bike-ec016419#features
Thanks in advance
2018 On One Proto
2013 Haro Pro XL BMX
2017 Planet X London Road
2013 Haro Pro XL BMX
2017 Planet X London Road
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If the fame size rotor on the rear use the adaptor you have at the moment.
Re the front it depends on the mount ANC axle.
Some reading for you
viewtopic.php?f=40073&t=1590919"Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
Parktools :?:SheldonBrown0 -
This is is guess work... Don't blame me if it's wrong. Front, you think it's IS. If it looks like the rear, ie sideways bolts into a mount that then bolts (at 90degrees) to the caliper... It is. If there's only two books and they screw into a thread in the fork leg posts then it's err.. Post mount.
If you are 160 rear all you need is brakes, front IS180 mount, 180 disc for the front. The back can reuse disc and adaptor.A Flock of Birds
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Thanks for your input guys very helpful
I can safely say that both mounts are IS
However I think I may have found a solution in the form of a hope adaptor
Specifically this one http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/hope-post-mount-to-is-disc-brake-adaptor/rp-prod13737
Can anyone tell me if this is what I need to run post mount calipers on IS mounts ?2018 On One Proto
2013 Haro Pro XL BMX
2017 Planet X London Road0 -
180mm front adapter: http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/shimano-mount-adaptor-front-post-to-is-180mm/rp-prod17390
You can reuse the rear Avid adapter but don't reuse the CPS washers, they aren't needed with Shimano brakes.0 -
And you'll need shorter bolts without the washers in place......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.0