Are Shimano Saint brakes good?
The Shimano Saint M820 hydraulic disc brakes are a superb, powerful and a mostly reliable brake. They are good value given the stopping power on offer and they look pretty sweet too!
Where is the model number on Shimano brake?
The inside of the brake caliper (on the other side of the Shimano label) is a model number. Also on the bottom of the brake lever there should also be a model number.
Are SRAM Code R brakes good?
The SRAM Code R is a powerful trail/enduro brake, offering great modulation and good pad life, without the grab and mind-bending deceleration of some of the competition.
What does the new Shimano St disc brake do?
The new Saint is dedicated to downhill racing and will allow you to speed up and slow down at World Cup racing speed. Shimano’s advanced Saint ICE Technologies brake levers feature shorter more ergonomic levers that feature tool free lever adjustment and adjustable free stroke for the ultimate in customization.
Is the Shimano Saint brake the same as the XT?
The Saint brakes have been out for a few years now, but the shape and function of the levers are almost identical to that of the XT 4-piston. Both sets of gravity brakes also share the SM-BH90 hydraulic hose and connecting hardware, and pinch the same pads.
What kind of brake lever does Shimano use?
Shimano’s advanced Saint ICE Technologies brake levers feature shorter more ergonomic levers that feature tool free lever adjustment and adjustable free stroke for the ultimate in customization. The new Saint has superior heat-management with self insulating ceramic pistons and radiator fin extra wide pads.
What’s the difference between the new Shimano Saint and the old?
The new Saint has superior heat-management with self insulating ceramic pistons and radiator fin extra wide pads. The overall operating temperature has been reduced by 50 degrees with 20% more stopping power, compared to the older version.