Adaptors for mounting Shimano XT M785 brakes

jf22901
jf22901 Posts: 155
edited June 2014 in MTB buying advice
Hi all,

I have some Shimano XT M785 disc brakes with 160 mm rotors, and I need to buy some adaptors. However, I can't seem to find anywhere that sells 160 mm post-post front adaptors. They all seem to be 180+ mm. I've looked online and in local shops. Is it not cool to have only 160 mm on the front now? :shock:

Not being technically minded, I'm not sure if any other manufacturer's adaptors fit, so have just been looking at Shimano ones. Can anyone advise of a suitable adaptor from another manufacturer? I can find a rear 160 mm one no problem.

Apologies in advance if someone finds something suitable right away. It's not that I'm lazy - I have been looking... honest!

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  • mcnultycop
    mcnultycop Posts: 2,143
    Do you need an adaptor? Doesn't it just bolt straight on?
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  • cooldad
    cooldad Posts: 32,599
    Post mount forks are normally 160mm without adapters, so this ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

    (some are bigger - I have some Maguras that are standard at 203mm)
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  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,816
    As stated, you won't find such an adaptor as nine is required. Just bolt the calliper on direct.
    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.
  • jf22901
    jf22901 Posts: 155
    Aha! That explains it. I knew I was an idiot. :mrgreen:

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