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Shimano BR-M8200 XT 2 pot disc brake calliper, post mount, front or rear

Name: Shimano BR-M8200 XT 2 pot disc brake calliper, post mount, front or rear
Brand: Shimano
SKU: BRM8200FR
Price: 58.49 GBP
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Controlled Power: The Shimano XT BR-M8200 Hydraulic Disc Brake Calliper

The Shimano XT BR-M8200 Hydraulic Disc Brake Calliper brings cutting-edge braking technology to the forefront of lightweight and efficient riding. Designed with a focus on powerful, controlled deceleration and heat management, this 2-piston calliper is the ideal choice for Cross-Country and Trail riders who demand performance and reliability on every descent.

Its forged alloy construction is a masterclass in strength and weight optimisation, ensuring that it provides a precise and consistent braking feel, whether you're navigating a technical descent or feathering your brakes on a fast, flowing trail.

The Shimano XT BR-M8200 Hydraulic Disc Brake Calliper is the perfect choice for riders seeking a high-performance brake that is lightweight, durable, and provides the ultimate in controlled braking power.

THE DETAIL

High-Performance 2-Piston Design: The opposed 2-piston design is meticulously engineered to reduce the "leading effect" and ensure optimal pad wear. This translates into increased braking control and a more predictable lever feel, allowing you to modulate your speed with confidence.

Heat-Resistant Resin Pistons: The BR-M8200 features heat-resistant resin pistons that are optimised for heat insulation, stiffness, and lightweight performance. This innovative material helps prevent heat build-up from the rotor from transferring into the brake fluid, maintaining a consistent lever feel and braking power on long descents.

Lightweight & Rigid Construction: The calliper's forged two-piece alloy design is both incredibly lightweight and rigid. This construction offers excellent strength and durability while maintaining a compact and unobtrusive design.

Superior Heat Management: For enhanced performance, the calliper is recommended for use with Ice Tech Centre-Lock rotors (available in 140mm, 160mm, 180mm, and 203mm). When paired with Ice Tech pads (available in resin or sintered), the optional aluminium radiation fin pads can further improve heat dissipation, reducing brake surface temperatures by up to 50°C for superior fade-free performance.

Versatile & Adaptable: The calliper comes without adapters, giving you the freedom to choose your preferred rotor size and setup. The post-style mounting system and shimless mounting design simplify the installation process, ensuring a perfect fit every time. The calliper is supplied with G05A-RX resin pads, a reliable choice for a great balance of power and feel.

Simplified Maintenance: The calliper features an easy-to-use one-way oil bleeding system. It is also designed for use with Low Viscosity Oil, which maintains a consistent viscosity over a wide temperature range, ensuring stable piston movement and a constant lever stroke.

SPECIFICATIONS

Shimano XT cutting-edge braking technology, featuring lightweight and powerful post-style hydraulic disc brake callipers.r
Heat-resistant resin pistons optimised for heat insulation, lightweight and stiffness.
The opposed 2-piston design reduces the leading effect, and optimal pad wear enhances braking control.
Lightweight two-piece forged alloy calliper design
Can be used with a choice of adapters and rotors, giving you the freedom to customise and suit your bike
Recommended for use with Ice Tech Centre Lock rotors for optimum braking performance in a choice of 140 mm, 160 mm, 180 mm and 203 mm
Can be used with Ice Tech pads available in resin or sintered compound, the optional aluminium radiation fin pad further improves heat dissipation, reducing brake surface temperature by 50 °C
Easy-to-use one-way oil bleeding for improved oil routing
For use with Low Viscosity Oil Only. For consistent viscosity over a wide temperature range, ensuring stable piston movement within the brake system, and always provides the necessary braking force with a constant lever stroke
Shim-less mounting system
Contains G05A-RX resin pads
Product Type   Hydraulic Disc
Discipline   MTB
Colour   Black
Size   One size
Di2   No