Why We Like The SRAM Maven Ultimate Disc Brake
Whether we are on a heavy downhill bike, an E-Bike, are a heavier rider, or just what the most power available for the steepest most aggressive riding, the SRAM Maven brakes are for us. The Maven Ultimate Disc Brake is SRAM's most powerful brake they have ever made, and feature oversized pistons and pads to give us maximum stopping power. The pistons and brake pad are bigger than SRAM's Code brake, giving the Maven 50% more power under the same lever force. The Maven caliper has greater thermal mass than other SRAM calipers, which means they resist power-scrubbing heat build up, and maintain an optimal working temperature for longer for a consistent brake feel on steep, technical descents. The four-bolt design on the side of the caliper makes for a stiffer caliper when under extreme braking forces, reducing power loss and making for a more solid feel. SRAM took their new technology from the DB8 and the recently improved Code brakes and combined them to produce the Maven brake. The Maven uses mineral oil for less maintenance and better performance, and the Stealth technology improves the lever construction and makes for a cleaner look with tidier cable routing. The Maven features a pad contact adjustment wheel at the lever so we can get the perfect bite pint, and the tool-free reach adjustment ensures our lever is always in the ideal position.
Details
- SRAM's most powerful brake for enduro/downhill/E-Bike riding
- 50% more power than SRAM Codes thanks to bigger pistons and pads
- 32% reduction in lever force to achieve the same power as SRAM Codes
- Forged aluminum caliper has greater thermal mass to keep excess heat at bay
- Forged aluminum lever features tool-free reach adjust and pad contact adjustments
- Four titanium bolts ensure stiffness and no power loss due to flex
- Swinglink lever technology provides better modulation through lever stroke
- Stealth technology keeps our cables closer to the bars
- Item #SRMD18K
- Lever
- Forged aluminum, titanium hardware
- Lever Adjustability
- tool-free reach adjust
- Actuation
- hydraulic
- Caliper
- Forged aluminum, titanium hardware
- Caliper Adjustability
- contact point adjustment
- Mount Type
- post mount (brackets included)
- Fluid
- Maxima mineral brake oil
- Rotor
- not included
- Rotor Size
- 180mm-220mm
- Rotor Attachment
- 6-bolt
- Compatibility
- post mount, 6-bolt
- Includes
- Maven Ultimate lever and caliper, organic pads, MMX clamp, , barb and olive, caliper mounting bolts, 20P-2 bracket. (Bleeding Edge fitting included with rear brake kits only)
- Claimed Weight
- [Maven Ultimate brake set] 12.77oz (362g)
- Activity
- enduro, downhill
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited 2 years
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageMarch 15, 2024
The ultimate stopping power
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- I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
The amount of power from these is unreal. I sized down my front rotor size (recommended by Sram) and I’m still amazed at the feel and strength. Can’t wait to really put them through the test this summer.
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