Are Avid Elixir brakes good?

Our review The entry-level Elixir 5 disc brake delivers decent, reliable braking and a great lever feel at a reasonable price. It isn’t quite the same as pricier models, because the reach adjuster barrel is recessed rather than exposed, so you have to reach it with an Allen key.

How long will 9mm brake pads last?

A general answer is they should last for around 30,000 miles. But some car/driver combinations may get their pads to last two or three times that.

How do you adjust Avid Elixir 5 brakes?

Loosen each pad adjustment knob an equal amount. Grab lever at end of pad and push toward center of caliper body, pulling pad outward and away from caliper. Repeat process for second pad. Push lever to center of caliper body and lift to remove.

When should I replace my Avid brakes?

Avid recommends replacing brake pads when they get to be 3mm thick, which is about the thickness of two US dimes. The pad retaining bolt and E-clip are small items – put them somewhere safe where they won’t get lost after removing them from the caliper. An old Tupperware container is perfect for this sort of thing.

How do you bleed in Avid Juicy?

1. Install bleed port screw in lever and secure (Figure 10).
2. Clean up any spilled or dripped fluid. Test brakes by pulling lever with force. Lever should feel firm and not yield at end of stroke. Check all hose fitting and bleed port screws for leaking.
3. Rotate lever back to normal working position and secure.

What fluid does Avid brakes use?

The Avid® hydraulic disc brake calipers use a DOT 4 or DOT 5.1 fluids. Never use a mineral oil in this system. During any work with DOT fluids, immediately clean any spills on the bike, caliper, or lever with a rag and isopropyl alcohol. DOT hydraulic fluids can potentially damage paint finish.

Is the elixir 9 trails the same as avid?

The Elixir 9 Trails have essentially the same lever that Avid has been using for a few years, which I’m happy about. It has the same great shape, a tool-free reach adjust on the inside of the lever blade, and a pad contact adjustment where the hose comes out of the lever.

What kind of caliper does elixir 9 have?

The relatively new “trail” version of the Elixir 9 has a four-piston caliper, versus 2 pistons on the older models it replaces. This means the brakes have a wider pad and an increased contact patch with the caliper for more stopping power.

What makes the avid car brake so good?

The Avid brakes always had excellent modulation. They struck an excellent balance between power and modulation, which meant that they worked well at almost any speed and in any condition. Where some brakes tended to feel grabby at low speeds, the Avids were always smooth. I also like the shape of the Avid lever.