Discover the best selection of MTB brakes from Shimano at Escapa. The Shimano XT Front Disc Brake Kit ( 2-piston version) shares the same design as the previous XT M8000 model, meaning that the G02A/3A/J02A/3A resin pads and G04S/J04C metal pads are compatible. The levers in the Shimano XT Del. Disc Brake Kit work with both XC and Trail/Enduro calipers and are equipped with Shimano’s SERVO WAVE system for faster engagement, improved power, and quicker response. The levers now come in two handlebar positions to provide a stiffer braking feel. They also feature dials that allow for on-the-fly braking adjustment.
The XC brake kit (BR-M8100-BL-M8100) with rotors (160 mm RT-MT800) and pads weighs 392 g, and the Enduro kit (BR-M8120-BL-M8100) weighs 410 g, including rotors and pads.
TECHNOLOGIES
- ICE TECHNOLOGIES: A loss of braking effectiveness due to overheating—which can occur in the brake rotor and pad during long descents, for example—has a negative impact on braking performance. Shimano has adopted the ICE TECHNOLOGIES brake rotor and ICE TECHNOLOGIES brake pad to implement cooling technology that delivers reliable performance. The coated brake rotor, which features a 3-layer sandwich structure of stainless steel, aluminum, and stainless steel, provides improved heat dissipation and reduces the surface temperature from 400 °C to 300 °C. A heat sink has also been incorporated into the brake pad. Furthermore, the coated brake rotor and heat sink provide extended pad life, reduced noise, less loss of braking performance due to overheating, and a lightweight design.
- ICE TECHNOLOGY Brake Pads: Available in resin or metal composite, the optional heat-dissipating pad with a 2-layer backing plate (aluminum fin with stainless steel) further improves heat dissipation performance.
- ICE TECHNOLOGY Piston: Designed for lightweight construction, high rigidity, and optimal heat dissipation. The oversized pistons directly transfer hydraulic power to the brake pad, and ceramic material is used to prevent heat transfer, ensuring consistent and stable braking and providing efficient braking power transfer without losses.
- “ONE WAY BLEEDING” has been developed for quick and easy prevention of air in our hydraulic system. We have streamlined the oil flow path in the system to prevent air bubbles from forming. The one-way oil flow path, combined with a funnel tool filled with mineral oil, provides an easy and clean bleeding system.
The kit includes: BL-M8100 + BR-M8100 + hoses and brake pads
