Avid BB5 Mechanical Disc Brake

The 'Entry level' BB5 offers the Avid Tri-Align Caliper Positioning System, tool-free pad replacement, a melt-forged body and an inboard pad adjustment knob. One try and you’ll wonder if the BB5s are really entry-level brakes.

Features:

• Tri-Align™ Caliper Positioning System™: Another original Avid technology making your life better—there’s never been an easier brake to install and adjust. With Avid’s Tri-Align™Caliper Positioning System™, aligning the caliper to the rotor literally takes seconds. Just loosen the CPS™ bolts a little, and then squeeze the brake lever while re-tightening the bolts. Perfect caliper alignment—just like that.

Specifications:

• Weight: Complete set only 335 grams (160mm rotor; front post mount)
• Caliper Design: Mechanical, monoblock
• Finish: Satin Black
• Rotor: G2 CleanSweep 160mm
• Pad: Sintered
• Adjustment: Inboard Knob Pad Adjustment, Tri-Align Caliper Positioning
• Compatibility: Mountain style levers