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Do these brakes come with the black floating rotors? Please confirm. Thanks.
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How do I select the correct rotor size?
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Avid Elixir R Disc Brakes

Pure, simple performance is what you can expect with the Elixir R. It has TaperBore Technology, tool-free reach adjustment, Power Reserve geometry, Tri-Align Caliper Postioning System, and drip-free bleeding. Elixir answers the braking performance needs of every mountain bike rider whether Cross Country, Trail, All-Mountain, Freeride or Downhill. Elixir provides more control, more power, more comfort, resulting in exceptional ride quality and ultimately speed. The Taperbore Technology eliminates the need for an independant reservoir, leading to a new sleek (and lighter) integrated brake lever.
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how do I work out what size disc rotor I need?
Country: Australia
 
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asked 1 year, 11 months ago
by
squelchy
 - Canberra
on Elixir R Disc Brakes
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answer 1
Depends on what you're looking for. Lightweight, stopping power or just replacing the existing rotors.

A larger rotor will give you better stopping power, but weighs a little more. Better for downhill. Smaller rotors are better for cross country where you're brakes aren't under as much pressure and you want to scrounge some weight off your bike. Larger rotors are easier to bend and probably wear your pads out a little quicker.

I use 185s which is a bit of an overkill when i'm on the road, but it compensates for my riding ability when going downhill single track.

Your existing rotors (if applicable) will have the size written on them.
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answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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Ronin1234
answer 2
Depends on the type of bike, and type of riding.

First check what your frame and forks maximum rotor size is on the bike manufacturers website.

Then consider your style, if you do fast downhill racing, the larger the better. If you want a light weight XC racer, the smaller the better. For all mountain and general use, a mid size like 110 is very good.
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answered 1 year, 11 months ago
by
SpecializedScot
 - London, UK
answer 3
It depends on your weight and riding style. Usually, 185 mm front and 160 mm rear is basic setup that can guarantee that you'll have enough stopping power in almost all situations.
For example, if you generally ride in a city and sometimes in parks, or XC race - 160 mm front and rear will be just enough. If you are a regular trail rider - go with 185's. If you're a DH or freerider - go for 203 mm front and 180 rear.
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answered 1 year, 11 months ago
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NiXXXO
 - Moscow, Russia
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If I order 160mm Rotors and latter decide to upgrade to 185mm does this mean I have to change the callipers or just an adapter?
Country: Australia
 
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asked 1 year, 5 months ago
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Rogo
 - Melbourne
on Elixir R Disc Brakes
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answer 1
You just need to change the adaptor. Did the same thing with my Elixir CRs
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answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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Ronin1234
answer 2
You will only need to buy a new adapter and rotor, not a whole new caliper.
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answered 1 year, 5 months ago
by
WiggleDean
 - Hampshire
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i have a giant r1 escape it has juicy 5 disc brakes could you recomend an up grade for me please
Country: United Kingdom
asked 1 year, 4 months ago
by
tigerfeet
 - london
on Elixir R Disc Brakes
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answer 1
Depends on what type of riding you like and how much you want to spend.

I run Elixir CRs on all my bikes because they're reasonably lightweight and have good stopping power. They look good as well. I got a good price on them, otherwise i would have just gone for the Elixir Rs.

The new Avid XXs look good, but you'll have to sell your house to buy them. Check out MTBR at

http://www.mtbr.com/cat/brakes/disc-brake-system/PLS_1507crx.aspx

Just remember though if there is only 1 review on an item, the results aren't really that statistically reliable.
answered 1 year, 4 months ago
by
Ronin1234
answer 2
The Giant R1 Escape is a city/commuter bike so you shouldn't need more power then you already have from the Juicy 5 brakes. If you want a lighter brake though I would recommend Hope Tech X2 Disc Brake as linked below.
 
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answered 1 year, 4 months ago
by
WiggleDean
 - Hampshire
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Description not clear. Is this for one for F+R?
 
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asked 1 year, 8 months ago
by
fboy
on Elixir R Disc Brakes
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answer 1
This is a single disc brake. You need to order one front and one rear in the available options.
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answered 1 year, 8 months ago
by
WiggleDean
 - Hampshire
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WHat mounting system do the calipers use?
Is the front caliper post mount and the rear I.S? or are they both I.S?
asked 1 year, 7 months ago
by
NDawn
on Elixir R Disc Brakes
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answer 1
I believe that both brakes are post mount but come with the IS adapter included.
answered 1 year, 7 months ago
by
NIkT
 - Sydney
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