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BB7 Mtn Disc Brake with 160mm G2 Rotor
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Avid
BB7 Mtn Disc Brake with 160mm G2 Rotor
Big stopping power doesn't need to involve a big mess. Hydraulic brake systems can require bleeding which can be messy, costly or both. The Avid BB7 uses traditional steel brake cables along with inboard and outboard adjustor knobs, Tri-Align Caliper Positioning System, and integrated Cable Stop spring tension adjustment to make setup a breeze. That''s why Avid BB7s set the standard in the category of mechanical disc brakes.
- Designed to be used with linear pull brake levers
- Inboard and outboard pad adjustment knobs
- Calipers have 74mm mounting bolt spacing and include adapters for 51mm International Standard brake mounts
- Pad retraction and spring tension are adjustable
- Integrated spring adjustment
- 160mm rotor models include 2 caliper adapters and can be mounted post mount front, IS mount front or rear
- Cable actuated, does not include brake lever
- Caliper Positioning System aligns brakes perfectly with the rotor
- Includes G2 Cleansweep Rotor
- 160mm version is great for Cross Country, City or 29er use.
Shown with 160mm Rotor
Specifications
Brake Lever Type
Long Pull
Brake Type
Mechanical Disc Brake
Caliper Mount Style
51mm IS/74mm Post
Review Summary
LIKES
Easy Set-Up (5),
Amazing Modulation (3),
Awesome Power (5),
Easy to Maintain (3)
WORKS FOR
All Mountain (3),
Aggressive Trail (5)
Customer Questions
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asked by: jacksondave73
Does this include the adapters for a Surly 1x1 fork? Mount is centered on the fork leg.
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I currently have bb5 brakes. Will the g2 rotor and bb7 brakes fit as a replacement
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Are G2 or G3 Rotors better for BB7? I've seen them sold with both.
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anwered by: mlewis
Avid currently offers this brake only with the G2, we haven't had any complaints with those rotors.
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should I use G2 or G3 Rotors?
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anwered by: mlewis
The G2 rotors that come with this work just fine.
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Do these come with the brake pads?
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These used to cost $45. Why do the now cost $77?
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Can I use this caliper with my existing Avid Juicy 5 levers?
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What model year is this?
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anwered by: bkearns
What we order from Avid is the most current model.
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Do these brakes come with G2 rotors or Roundagon rotors?
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anwered by: smulder
They come with the G2 Rotor
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Does this come with a cable and lever?
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anwered by: agerweck
No, The Avid BB7 is sold only with Caliper and rotor only.
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Customer Reviews
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turtleinkWhat more is there to tell about these brakes? Every review you read sums up the quality, precision, and power almost perfectly.. Excellent product!
The only thing that I would suggest if you are upgrading to the BB7's is to go with a 185/160 combination for the rotors.. And dont forget to pair these with a complimenting set of brake levers such as the Avid speed dials or the Cane Creek Cirect Curves..
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seatown7I already had BB7s on my CX bike and bought these for a Surly Troll build. The Troll will be a "bike packing" off road touring rig that carries my big ass and probably 30-40 ponds of gear. The discs are pretty easy to install and they stop like crazy!
I've had people who ride with me complain that they can't stop or slow as fast as I can and they feel like they're going to run into me from behind.
The only small gripe I have is that the front brakes ALWAYS seem to howl...unless you swap the pads for the organic compound set up...which is super easy and cost about $20.
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firefox90Bought these because I had to upgrade to disc brakes for a new wheel set. Came from a fresh set of Koolstop pads that worked great.
The modulation and consistency (not having to worry about debris on the rim) on these are much better. They make taking the wheels on and off much easier as well. I would say the power is as good or better than the fresh Koolstop pads. I would definitely say they are a worthwhile investment.
The only problem I had was mounting the rear caliper. In the directions, they show the mounting bracket with the label (160R->) on the outside of the bike. If you mount it like this, the caliper rubs on the outer edge of the disc. You must flip the bracket so the label faces towards the wheel.
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binausicI love these brakes. I have these on my snow bike and would reccomend these brakes to anyone. I also use Juicy 7's on my niner set up and have to say the the BB7's are a nice, no hassle, easy to set up mechanical disc brake.
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A GuestGreat brakes! I have had bleeding hydraulics 50 miles from civilization, never again with my BB7s! Work as well as any hydraulic I have used but a lot less maintenance and just a little weight penalty.
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A GuestThis set up. is awsome. I put them on a S.S I built up. and...Oh yeah . Once they brake in. For road riding they are the BOMB !
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han...@ve...m.netTo be fair, I have never owned a bike with hydraulic brakes; however, I have ridden a few and can say that there's nothing substantially better about the feel or performance of the hydraulics I have tried over the BB7. Brake feel is fantastic (when you use good housing!) and they stop with urgency. I use these on my XC hardtail and full-suspension bikes for weekend riding and amateur XC racing and see no reason to use anything else.
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A Guestcant deal with bleeding brakes so a friend told me about these work great don't cost to much and no more brake fluid