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Shimano BR-M486 Disc Brake System
Product DescriptionGreat value and dependable brake calliper gives you plenty of power when you require it. For use with mineral oil which is non-corrosive and less hazardous than conventional hydraulic fluid. Shim-less mounting bracket allows for quickinstallation and set up. Compatible with post mount or international standard forks when used with adapters. To be used in conjunction with Shimano hydraulic brake levers. Can be used with 6-bolt or Centre Lock rotors.
User Reviews 
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DavidHarsay Date Reviewed: June 14, 2013 Strengths: Very good quality build and finish, good stopping power, excellent modulation, setup is lighter than the BB5's. Very happy with these. Weaknesses: Big ugly mounting bolts, hard to find an upgraded pad. Bottom Line:
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eyco Date Reviewed: March 26, 2013 Strengths: brakes very well! Weaknesses: non Bottom Line: 
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edward rafols Date Reviewed: January 7, 2013 Strengths: shimano...superior braking power/less effort & energy used in braking... Weaknesses: only problem lately is reduced braking power in front especially on downhill...gone to the shop but they said it's ok but when i tried it during the next ride, problem comes back...don't know if 'twas because of some penetrating oil that i used in cleaning the suspension which could have dripped down the rotor and pads...cleaned the rotor/pad with alcohol, acetone but the problem remains... Bottom Line:
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judge dredd Date Reviewed: August 20, 2012 Strengths: over four years I haven't had problems with these brakes. They are powerfull enough for a xc/trail rides. I clean my pads once in a while and they work. Weaknesses: you must use mineral oil or pistons get jammed.. Bottom Line:
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hmanstylez
a Weekend Warrior
from Newhall, CA Date Reviewed: March 10, 2012 Strengths: Solid brake control. Good stopping power and really easy to service. Weaknesses: Need to adjust brakes every two rides or so. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Tapia Cyn Duration Product Used: 6 months Purchased At: KHS Stock Similar Products Used: Hayes Mechanicals Bike Setup: KHS XC 604. 2.35 Kenda Nevegal & Stans NoTubes
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yeahdog31
a Cross Country Rider
from Ohio Date Reviewed: January 30, 2012 Strengths: Good intro to hydraulic discs, easy to bleed, quiet operation, good looks. Weaknesses: Lacking in power, spongey feel at levers, pads drag on larger rotors. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Shhhh it's a secret Duration Product Used: 2 Years Price Paid: $100.00 Purchased At: Trek Store Columbus Similar Products Used: Shimano XT (M770), Avid BB7 Bike Setup: 2007 Titus Motolite II, 2010 Chumba HX2 Hardtail 29er  
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Nico7312
a Downhiller
from Johannesburg Date Reviewed: June 2, 2011 Strengths: they slow you down Weaknesses: strength, modulation, reliability. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Duration Product Used: 2 Years Purchased At: came with bike Similar Products Used: Rim brakes
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Asmodean
a Cross Country Rider
from Ireland Date Reviewed: May 16, 2011 Strengths: VALUE. Weaknesses: Stock pads are duff, wear in fast, but then wear out faster. Stock discs won't handle a metal pad Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Duration Product Used: 3 months Price Paid: $55.00
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peteuga
a Cross Country Rider
from Palmetto, GA USA Date Reviewed: April 16, 2011 Strengths: None Weaknesses: I have exactly 200 miles on my bike and started hearing a bad sound coming from my brakes, so I took the caliber off and the pads were completely gone at only 200 miles. This is completely unacceptable. They also continuously scrap the disc, though it doesn't make much drag it sounds like crap. Don't buy these Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Swayback Duration Product Used: 3 months Purchased At: Came with Bike Similar Products Used: Avid mechanical disc, used for years with no problems. Bike Setup: Stock Jamis Dakota Comp
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matt_19
a Weekend Warrior
from Australia Date Reviewed: January 31, 2011 Strengths: Very good modulation, definately one of the smoothest brakes I've ever pulled the lever of (and I've tried high-end downhill bikes and stuff.) You can squeeze the mineral oil down the hose effortlessly! Good entry level hydraulic disks. Weaknesses: Not the most powerful brakes, but this problem is EASILY solved by using two fingers, which is what I normally do with any brake. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Trav's Diamond Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month Purchased At: Came with Bike Similar Products Used: Tektro IO mechs, hayes mechs, v-brakes Bike Setup: 2010 Giant Filter
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rAte
a Weekend Warrior
from Tampa Date Reviewed: January 20, 2011 Strengths: Came on my Anthem X3. Weaknesses: Were not as powerful as my Hayes 9's on my AM rig, until I bled them, now they are fine. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Ridgeline Duration Product Used: 1 Year Purchased At: Stock build Anthem X Similar Products Used: Hayes 9 Bike Setup: Anthem X3 mostly stock.
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pedalitup
a Cross Country Rider
from Oregon Date Reviewed: September 28, 2010 Strengths: None whatsoever Weaknesses: Comes with fake resin pads. They flat out DO NOT WORK. They don't work as well as Avid mechanicals, even with 180mm rotors. ES01 metallic pads are unobtanium worldwide, so you cant even fix the crap. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: I'm on it Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month Purchased At: BR575 came on bike Similar Products Used: The dumpster. I wouldn't even offer this junk on craigslist, I'm S#!^ canning 'em when my Formulas arrive. Shimanos gonna get their a$$ kicked soon if this crap is the best they can do. Bike Setup: Too nice for these!
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BurnNotice
a Weekend Warrior
from Asheville, NC Date Reviewed: June 7, 2010 Strengths: Reliable and do not squeal like other Avid brake systems I have had in past. Brake real well. Weaknesses: The pistons will at times not retract which you then have to reset them yourself. Read another review for remedying this issue. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Bent Creek area Duration Product Used: 3 months Purchased At: Came with bike Similar Products Used: Avid mechanicals Bike Setup: 09' Felt Q720 hardtail stock other than: Race Face Deus seat post; Panaracer Fire XC Pro tires 2.1"; Sun Ringle Equalizer rims with Disc Jockey hubs; 10' model Marzocchi Bomber 44 TST2 fork.
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shufel
a Weekend Warrior
from Israel Date Reviewed: May 17, 2010 Strengths: hydraulic disk .... that is it . Weaknesses: they don't stop. in wet weather they don't stop. brake pads are crap. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Gvaram\Beeri singles Duration Product Used: 6 months Similar Products Used: magura julie. tectro mech disc brakes
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S
a Cross Country Rider
from woofer2609@yahoo.com Date Reviewed: April 10, 2010 Strengths: They are Shimanos Weaknesses: outboard piston got stuck! Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Seven Summits Duration Product Used: 1 Year Purchased At: Mighty riders Similar Products Used: Shimano 565, 555, 585 Bike Setup: This is actually on my cross bike!
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