Magura Gustav M
Pros- Powerful, absolutely amazing modulation, no fade at all, reliable, look great, 5 year leakproof guarantee.
Cons- Expensive, not AS powerful as I was expecting (still up there in power though), they are a bugger to set up and the reach adjustment does just about shit all, and there is no way to adjust the lever throw either. Adapters are expensive, which sucks if you run two forks, and you are SOL if you ever have to borrow a fork from someone unless you have that specific adapter, of which there are many.
Over all I would give them a 5/10 for value, but a 8 for performance and functionality. If you don't mind paying the bucks for something reliable that works the same start to finish, this is probably it.
Cons- Expensive, not AS powerful as I was expecting (still up there in power though), they are a bugger to set up and the reach adjustment does just about shit all, and there is no way to adjust the lever throw either. Adapters are expensive, which sucks if you run two forks, and you are SOL if you ever have to borrow a fork from someone unless you have that specific adapter, of which there are many.
Over all I would give them a 5/10 for value, but a 8 for performance and functionality. If you don't mind paying the bucks for something reliable that works the same start to finish, this is probably it.
stronger then my yz450f brakes, feel great with unbelievable braking power best break ever made. not light tho
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Magura Gustav M
(MSRP $320)
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More brake power doesn’t exist. The by far most powerful disc brake on the market! The GustavM is available in a number of versions with a selection of disc diameters as well as for various fork models that don’t come with the International Standard mounts (cf. table).
No changes to previous model year.
Designed and manufactured in Germany!
(Dorado/Fox40 mount = $425)
Color: Black
Specifications Compare to other Brakes
| Price | $320 | |
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| Weight | 580 g | |
| Type | Hydraulic | |
| Rotor Options | 190 and 210mm | |
| Lever Options | Alloy | |
| Adapter standard | PM or IS |
Adapter standard - Adapters are what connect your brake to your fork, or frame. The standard refers to what bolt pattern that brake is designed to be used with. They do make cross over adapters for Post Mount to International Standard, or IS.
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| Brake Technology | Floating Caliper Design |
With the large discs it's nearly impossible to get the slightest fade, even on long and steep downhills.
The large brakepads last pretty long compared to the small pads other brakes use.
Once you bleed it correctly, you never have to worry about anything again!
I just love my Gustavs!