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Shimano XTR Race BR-M985 Disc Brake
Item #: BR268C00
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Underpowered brakes lead to defensive riding technique and, ultimately, to slower lap times. Enter the new XTR Race brake, which encourages racers to attack technical downhill sections with confidence, leaving the competition squealing and squawking in the dust.
How? First off, they produce 110 percent of the power of their predecessors while shedding precious grams at the same time, so they’re as viable a race-bike pick as ever. Throw in ergonomically re-engineered lever pivots and XTR Race lays on that power with single-finger effort.
The key factor for racers is confidence—the confidence to win, and the confidence to lay off the brakes, knowing theyll be there when theyre needed, every time.
Levers:
With ten percent more power than the previous XTR brake, the sleek new XTR Race lever has been ergonomically redesigned for a versatile fit on the handlebars, superior feel at the fingertips and unsurpassed function on the race course.
* 110% power rating
* Shorter, 13-millimeter brake lever with more efficient pivot location (1.5 finger)
* Integrated barrel reservoir design
* Hinge-clamp mounting bracket
* High-power hose for consistent performance
* Combine with i-spec bracket to reduce handlebar clutter
* Resin pad compound with alloy backing plate (standard)
Calipers:
When coupled with the XTR Race lever the new forged one-piece M985 caliper delivers a balance of light weight and power that resists performance-sapping heat better than ever before thanks to an industry-first full-ceramic piston.
* One piece forged post mount caliper
* Oversized ceramic piston (opposed 2-piston type)
* Aluminum banjo hose fitting
Approximately 220 grams for the rear (lever, caliper, and hose)
Uses Shimano Mineral Oil
Includes lever, caliper and hose
Post mount calipers
Underpowered brakes lead to defensive riding technique and, ultimately, to slower lap times. Enter the new XTR Race brake, which encourages racers to attack technical downhill sections with confidence, leaving the competition squealing and squawking in the dust.
How? First off, they produce 110 percent of the power of their predecessors while shedding precious grams at the same time, so they’re as viable a race-bike pick as ever. Throw in ergonomically re-engineered lever pivots and XTR Race lays on that power with single-finger effort.
The key factor for racers is confidence—the confidence to win, and the confidence to lay off the brakes, knowing theyll be there when theyre needed, every time.
Levers:
With ten percent more power than the previous XTR brake, the sleek new XTR Race lever has been ergonomically redesigned for a versatile fit on the handlebars, superior feel at the fingertips and unsurpassed function on the race course.
* 110% power rating
* Shorter, 13-millimeter brake lever with more efficient pivot location (1.5 finger)
* Integrated barrel reservoir design
* Hinge-clamp mounting bracket
* High-power hose for consistent performance
* Combine with i-spec bracket to reduce handlebar clutter
* Resin pad compound with alloy backing plate (standard)
Calipers:
When coupled with the XTR Race lever the new forged one-piece M985 caliper delivers a balance of light weight and power that resists performance-sapping heat better than ever before thanks to an industry-first full-ceramic piston.
* One piece forged post mount caliper
* Oversized ceramic piston (opposed 2-piston type)
* Aluminum banjo hose fitting
Approximately 220 grams for the rear (lever, caliper, and hose)
Uses Shimano Mineral Oil
Includes lever, caliper and hose
Post mount calipers
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsShimano XTR Race BR-M985 Disc Brake
(based on 5 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Mountain biking (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid cyclist (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (3)
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Pros
- Attractive Design
Cons
- Difficult To Install
Best Uses
- Mountain Biking
Comments about Shimano XTR Race BR-M985 Disc Brake:
I ordered the prebled system to make it easier but they have so much extra cable on it that it seems like its for a tandem...... Sooooo I get to chop it down and bleed them. Thereby negating the reason I bought the prebled......
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Beautiful
- Durable
- Easy To Install
- Lightweight
- SEXY
Cons
Best Uses
- Mountain Biking
Comments about Shimano XTR Race BR-M985 Disc Brake:
I rode the heck out of these at Rays Indoor mountain bike park on my first ride and they blew my mind! I am 275 pounds and I never had to use more than one finger per brake lever. These are some serious binders! I have XTR Race brakes front and rear. These brakes shocked me! The little divets on the brake lever really grip your fingertips!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Mountain Biking
Comments about Shimano XTR Race BR-M985 Disc Brake:
Finally a well made front disc brake that I don't have to listen to every time I stand in the pedals. Even when braking it is whisper quiet.
- Cycling Style:
- Speed Oriented
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy Set Up
- Low fade
- Sharp looking
- Stopping power
Cons
- nothing really
Best Uses
- DH
- Trail
- XC
Comments about Shimano XTR Race BR-M985 Disc Brake:
I use these brakes on a Ellsworth Rogue with 7 inch rotors and race downhill with them. Plain and simple the best brakes I have used yet.
Pros
- Easy to service
- Fast
- Good Stopping
- Responsive
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Cross country
Comments about Shimano XTR Race BR-M985 Disc Brake:
The Shimano Brakes are brilliant brakes and reasonably cheap for what you get, they are really easy to service and have next to no faults.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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