Shimano BR-R8170 Ultegra flat mount caliper. FRONT.

Shimano BR-R8170 Ultegra Flat Mount Calliper. FRONT.

Overview

• Ultegra hydraulic road disc brake offer an ideal balance of light weight and efficient braking, making it the perfect choice for both enthusiast and competitive riders

• Front wheel use for flat mount forks with adapter to flip between 140 and 160 mm

• Oversized 22mm ceramic pistons optimised for heat insulation, lightweight and stiffness

• Opposed 2-piston design reduces leading effect and optimal pad wear increases braking control

• Increased pad to rotor clearance reduces the chance of rotor drag

• Direct flat mount and open design allows easy and quick wheel replacement

• Forged calliper design is lightweight and rigid

• One way internal fluid circuit makes bleeding easy

• Mineral oil brake fluid is non-corrosive and less hazardous than conventional hydraulic brake fluid

• Shim-less mounting bracket allows for quick installation and setting up

• Recommended for use with Ice Tech FREEZA Center Lock SM-MT800 rotors for optimum braking performance

• Comes complete with resin compound aluminium radiation fin pad further improves heat dissipation reducing brake surface temperature by 50 deg C

• Inline hose routing for low profile design

• Separate bleed port and valve screw for improved bleeding process