Which is the best Magura brake?

Overview

What is the difference between Magura MT5 and MT7?

Overall this means that the MT5 is easier to set up without grinding and has a bitepoint that feels less direct than the MT7. With a higher transmission ratio, the MT7 offers overall more braking power und a more direct braking sensation. The bite point however feels slightly softer that the MT5.

What are the brake pads on a Magura MT7?

Well, the brake body of the MT7 uses a super light version of Magura’s Carbotecture material, that and the use of alloy hardware at the brake pads helps to save a claimed 25g per brake. Going back to those brake pads, the MT7 have different ones from the cheaper MT5 model.

What kind of disc brakes does Magura use?

German firm Magura has addressed the four-pot shaped gap in its hydraulic disc brake line-up with two new four-piston brakes. The MT5 and MT7 are the first four-pot models from the German firm since it retired its long-standing and popular Gustav M downhill brake .

What makes a Magura MT8 SL so lightweight?

The MT8 SL’s have a very lightweight feel to them. The carbon lever is incredibly comfortable and the ergonomics suited me well. The lever blade is wider than the Level lever and is also a bit longer, due in part to the design differences in the master cylinders.

What kind of clamps do you use on a Magura?

Magura has their own Matchmaker style clamps to keep the bars clutter free and you have the option of running things inboard or outboard, depending on your preference. Magura’s Shiftmix clamps keep things tidy. The HC-3 lever has some moto inspiration and allows for even more adjustability with a strong bite point.