Shimano disc brake hose compatibility
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Asked by: Katie Jackson
Are all Shimano brake hoses the same?
Brake hoses – Shimano essentially use two hose designs. They both have the same external diameter, but the internal on the higher end hose is narrower. As the surrounding material is steel-reinforced, this makes the hose stiffer on the narrower hose. The cheaper hose is code BH59, and the stiffer hose is BH90.
What size is Shimano brake hose?
Shimano (BH90) + Avid + Formula + Sram: ID: 2.1mm , OD: 5mm.
Are Shimano and SRAM brake hoses the same?
No. Interface between the caliper and lines are different. Shimano and SRAM brakes are not interchangeable. Shimano brake lines are designed for mineral oil not dot fluid.
Are tektro and Shimano brake hoses interchangeable?
Hi Rob, yes you can use the same hose if it uses the same fluid.
Can I use BH59 instead of BH90?
The BH59 and BH90 Olives are identical, the barbs however are different, because of the different internal diameter of the tubing. They are not interchangeable.
Can you mix BH59 and BH90?
New Ultegra also uses the BH90 hose. The RS685 lever / RS805 calliper sets came with BH59 in the box. You can use BH90 with your combination but it gives a more on / off feel with shorter lever travel.
How do you connect a Shimano hydraulic brake hose?
Quote from video: To the top of the hose. So nicely lined up right now insert Oliv connecting bolt and the rubber cover Shimano recommends to put a tiny bit of grease. Right here on the outside of the olive.
What size is car brake pipe?
Almost every car or truck worldwide utilizes a 3/16-inch brake line, also referred to as a CNF-3. The other most common brake line is the ¼ inch. This size was routinely used in the 1950s, so if your truck or car was manufactured in that era, you would need the ¼ inch.
What size is Magura brake hose?
Hose Length is 2500mm with a pressed banjo fitting installed.
Can you use Shimano hose with Magura brakes?
“Shimano and Magura hoses have different ID’s, and their barbs are indeed different as well. Stick with Magura parts on Magura hoses and vice versa with Shimano. Magura hoses, however, will “bolt” right up to a Shimano lever, provided you use the Shimano hose nut.
Can you mix Shimano and SRAM brakes?
Most importantly, YOU CANNOT mix Shimano and SRAM hydraulic brake parts. It’s more than a performance issue — it’s a safety issue. Shimano brakes employ mineral oil as hydraulic fluid, whereas SRAM uses DOT brake fluid. Those are incompatible — one is insoluble in water, and the other is water soluble.
Can I use Shimano rotors with SRAM brakes?
Quote from video:
Are all Shimano banjo fittings the same?
No they are different but you can just use the banjo bolt the comes with the Saint caliper.
Do Shimano calipers come with hoses?
The newest iteration of Shimano brakes come with the hose unattached to the brake lever. With previous models, you could install the brake and run them with the excess brake hose, then cut them to fit at your convenience.
Can you mix and match Shimano brakes?
Also, just like SLX all the callipers, whether two or four piston, are interchangeable with the levers, so you can mix and match to your heart’s content.
How can I tell which Shimano brakes I have?
The inside of the brake caliper (on the other side of the Shimano label) is a model number. Also on the bottom of the brake lever there should also be a model number.