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Shimano Deore XT BR-M785 Hydraulic Disc Brake System
Product DescriptionThese Shimano XT Disc Brakes M785 are a big improvement over old XT brakes. At first glance you'll see how they use an in-line master cylinder as opposed to the radial design of the M-775. This allows a lighter weight system and an easier bleed process. They still use mineral oil as a hydraulic fluid. The great part is that it's non-toxic and non-corrosive. If you spill some when you bleed your brakes, there's nothing to worry about.They take their design cues from the new XTR M988 Trail Brakes. And though these might not be as visually refined as the highly polished XTR units, the performance speaks for itself. This is hands down the best XT brake we've ever ridden. In addition to the excellent power and modulation, the XT Brakes offer easy adjustment to make your hands happy and to give you ultimate control. There is a tool-free reach adjustment that you can dial on-the-fly. They also have a free stroke adjustment that lets you determine how far you like the blade to travel before your pads make contact with the rotor. You can dial them to perfection.Sizewise, the M785 levers are much lower profile than the M775 levers, but more importantly, the movement of the lever pivot towards the bar creates a more ergonomic design. In essence, the arc of the lever optimizes your natural finger movement and position of strength with the point in the lever travel where your power is transferred through the system to the caliper. These also feature Shimano's Servo Wave technology. Servo Wave allows the pads to sit further from the rotors at rest (a great feature for trail/all mountain bikes that might see more rotor abuse than a race machine). This is possible as the piston travel changes relative to lever travel as you squeeze on the brakes to close the gap to the rotor quickly, then slowing to allow predictable modulation.The calipers use a 22mm ceramic piston for inspiring stopping power, and Shimano has brought back a banjo fitting for the hose attachment at the caliper.
User Reviews
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Russell
a Cross Country Rider Date Reviewed: June 18, 2013 Strengths: Brakes set up easy and perform flawlessly in a wide range of conditions. Excellent and even stopping power with great modulation. brakes instill confidence! Weaknesses: None so far. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Price Paid:
$112.00 Purchased At: Jenson USA Similar Products Used: Avid BB7 mechanicals
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mwestaway1
a Cross Country Rider Date Reviewed: April 4, 2013 Strengths: Powerful, lovely feel, perfectly progressive no annoying noises ! Weaknesses: Do they have any? Maybe that they cannot be swapped left to right? A slight rattle from the calliper. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Duration Product Used: 4 hours Price Paid: $275.00 Purchased At: wiggle Similar Products Used: Cannondale CODA, Hayes, Avid Juicy 7, Avid Exlier 5. Bike Setup: Santa Cruz Nickel, FOX shocks, DT Swiss wheels. XT Brakes.
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DJ Date Reviewed: February 27, 2013 Strengths: 1 finger braking that stop's you with little effort. Way cheaper than XTR. Weaknesses: XTR look better Bottom Line:
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wfo922 Date Reviewed: February 16, 2013 Strengths: Easy to set up with no rotor rub and are extremely powerful. Mineral fluid is much easier to deal with then dot. Weaknesses: Levers are really short taking a little bit of time to get comfortable. Bottom Line:
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blingman Date Reviewed: February 4, 2013 Strengths: good power good modulation NO NOISE! Weaknesses: the only thing would be the alignment, they need a small amount of copper grease on the washers between the caliper and fixing bolt otherwise when u tighten them up they move ever so slightly and feel spongy and no power. Bottom Line:
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GetOffRoad Date Reviewed: January 7, 2013 Strengths: Consistent, just one finger needed, work great in wet conditions Weaknesses: none yet Bottom Line: 
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mtnbikej
a Cross Country Rider Date Reviewed: December 24, 2012 Strengths: Gobs and Gobs of power Nice Feel at Lever Easy to Bleed Weaknesses: Expensive if you paid retail Metallic Pads Don't include rotors.....especially at price. Takes a while to break in Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Duration Product Used: 3 Months Similar Products Used: Avid Juicy 5 Avid Juicy 7 Avid Elixir 5 Hayes HFX 9 Hayes Mag Shimano XT 765 Bike Setup: SC HIghball SS
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mojopin
a Cross Country Rider Date Reviewed: November 13, 2012 Strengths: modulation; ease of service; Weaknesses: none so far Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Elk River Duration Product Used: 1 year Price Paid: $300.00 Purchased At: penn cycle Similar Products Used: Avid BB7 and BB5. Avid Juicy 5, Juicy 7 and Juicy Carbons. Hope Pro Mini. Magura Martas. Bike Setup: Trek Superfly pro Al
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bob Date Reviewed: November 8, 2012 Strengths: Quiet, good modulation, VERY strong stopping power Weaknesses: none yet Bottom Line:
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mtbdl
a All Mountain Rider Date Reviewed: November 3, 2012 Strengths: power, modulation, true one finger braking in all conditions, simple fast pad changes. Weaknesses: initial setup is finicky. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: the one I'm riding next Duration Product Used: 1 season Purchased At: Jenson Bike Setup: Niner RIP9 full XT
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radirpok
a Cross Country Rider Date Reviewed: October 18, 2012 Strengths: One finger breaking, great modulation, hassle-free setup, adjustability, serviceability and of course: POWER! Weaknesses: Bit pricey (should have gone for the SLX), some braking noise in the front brake - perhaps due to the rigid fork. Bottom Line: 
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jr1013jdw Date Reviewed: September 30, 2012 Strengths: Without leaking caliper = great stopping power, good modulation, great ergonomics/adjustment with levers, pad clearance/servo Weaknesses: Leaking=pad contamination & power loss Price to have a leaking issue resin pad life Expensive if compared to mech BB brakes Bottom Line: 
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Shleppy Date Reviewed: September 27, 2012 Strengths: Couldn't tell you what strengths they have. Pulled them off my bike after 5 minutes. Weaknesses: Disc rub and initial setup of caliper is horrific! Can not get the calipers to stop rubbing the rotor. Bottom Line:
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zenkem
a Weekend Warrior Date Reviewed: September 25, 2012 Strengths: Practically maintenance free after the initial brake line trim and system bleed. Takes less than five minutes to swap pads. Allowed me to go from 180mm to 160mm on the rear with no loss in performance. Weaknesses: Can't find one!!! Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Duration Product Used: 1 yr
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jackbombay Date Reviewed: August 23, 2012 Strengths: Absolutely CRUSHING stopping power. Short lever which enables them to be set up so your index finger lands right on the end of the lever but you can still reach your shifter, this is not the case with the Avid levers that have a lever that is a full 1/2" longer. Weaknesses: Kinda spendy, but worth it. Bottom Line:
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