Now in 2018, most bike manufacturers have been through at least one disc-only product cycle and a majority of amateurs are also riding disc brakes. Despite the industry-wide switch, there is still a ...

DIY home mechanics fear not: keeping hydraulic disc brakes tuned for optimal performance is not complicated, and it’s likely you already own a few of the tools needed for disc brake maintenance.

This generates friction, slowing the drum and your bike.A disc brake system is comprised of a large metal rotor, 2 flat brake pads and a hydraulic clamp called a “caliper”. Pressing the brake ...