I have some entrance level shimano hydraulic brakes blm445. Aug 11, 2014 learn how to bleed shimano deore xt hydraulic disc brakes. Shimano disc brake bleed kit with 50ml of genuine mineral oil deore slx xt xtr. Shimano xt m775 brake bleed singletrack magazine forum. It details the brake model and corresponding technologies of each brake. But once the old cables have been replaced with new ones, the difference can be clearly felt. Bleeding shimano hydraulic disc brakes in pictures cyclist. How to bleed new shimano brakes in this guide were going to show you how to bleed the newer 2012on shimano brakes with the our shimano bleed kit. They were by far the easiest brake to bleed that ive ever worked on. Shimano tlbt03s disc brake bleed tool competitive cyclist. Do the bike performance check to determine the status of your components or choose the parts selector to quickly find the right component for your bike. Bleeding the brakes on your bike removes any air bubbles from the brake lines, keeping your brakes feeling firm and working well. As many of you will know the bleed procedure has changed significantly since the release of the latest brake models and has seen the inclusion of extra equipment to get the job done.
Shimano hose clamp pair of plastic blocks that comes with new hose shimano tlbt02 bleed tool shimano piston block yellow insert that comes installed in new caliper toe strap holds brake lever to grip during caliper alignment plastic tire lever supplies. Bleeding the hydraulic disc brakes on your bike may not necessarily need to be part of your routine maintenance, but its a fairly simple procedure. Ive seen your video on bleeding brakes without a proper bleed kit, but because shimano brakes can be finicky, can you show me how to do a full and proper shimano brake bleed. Ask a mechanic bleeding shimano brakes arts slo cyclery. Well, traditionally to bleed your trusty shimano brake set all you needed was a bottle of mineral oil and a length of correct sized tubing to attach to the bleed nipple. How to make a shimano disc brake bleed spacer block blog. So, grab your shimano bleed kit, and follow along to have your brakes feeling like new. Buy shimano disc brake bleed kit for funnel type online at the cheapest price from new zealands favourite brake parts shop torpedo7.
Never release the lever while the bleed screw is open. Next time you need to do annual maintenance, shorten or replace the hose, this. We and our partners use technologies, such as cookies and ip address, to collect website performance and usage data in order to provide better experiences. The technique is the same across the shimano range, and the general principles can be applied to most disc brake systems out there. Shimanos tlbt03s disc brake bleed tool includes everything youll need to perform professionalgrade bleed maintenance on your hydraulic braking system. Shimano xt m8000 brakes bleeding issue in mechanics lounge. Shimano disc brake bleed kit for funnel type brake parts.
The brakes being serviced here are shimano saint 4 piston downhill hydraulic disk brakes. Save shimano xt bleed kit to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. The duraace, shimanos flagship components in the racing world, always adopts our latest cuttingedge technologies like the di2. Shimano alfine disc brake system technical service. Shimano xt m8000 brakes bleeding issue pinkbike forum. Jul 01, 20 in this video gcn shows you how to bleed shimano brakes. View and download shimano alfine disc brake system technical service instructions online. I bleed shimanos the other way, and have a bucket hanging off the bar to catch the excess. Apr 07, 2020 that fat screw with the hex recess is the bleed port. How to bleed shimano deore xt hydraulic disc brakes by.
If the quick release lever is on the same side as the disc brake rotor, there is the danger that it may interfere with the disc brake rotor, so check that it does not interfere. The official bleed spacer is both really expensive to buy for what it is and hard to come by. We have streamlined the oil route throughout the system to prevent air bubbles from being captured in the system. Over time, brake pads wear down, mineral oil can deteriorate, and air can be introduced into the brake system. Put the included hose on the bleed screw and open the reservoir. Denatured alcohol grease or antiseize brake pad set used equipment service, only. Learn how to bleed shimano deore xt hydraulic disc brakes. Shift and brake cables can become sluggish and less efficient as a result of dirt and moisture. I put some teflon tape on it and reinstalled it in the caliper, then resorted to burping the system. Yes, its slightly cheaper but a litre of shimano mineral oil only costs 14 quid and will probably last the life of the bike or a few bikes, and the proper shimano bleed kit above with.
Thread in the shimano brake bleed funnel and leave the plunger in. Remove the screw and put a shimano funnel in there. Shimano disc brake bleeding procedure stepbystep guide to. Feb 01, 2017 to properly bleed the brakes, start with a couple of 8ounce cans of fresh brake fluid. Complete with 50ml genuine mineral oil, enough to bleed both brakes, youll never have to worry about mixing the wrong oil or voiding your warranty. Set the bleed section of the brake lever so that it is parallel to the ground, and then gently depress the brake lever several times and wait for the bubbles to return to the reservoir tank. Just to close this thread up and inform for future visitors. To properly bleed the brakes, start with a couple of 8ounce cans of fresh brake fluid. While pushing the brake hose, tighten the hose bolt.
Alfine brs500, alfine bls500, alfine smrt62, alfine smbh59. I installed front and rear new xt brakes using the shimano no bleed procedure, but the rear brake quickly became squishy and needed a bleed. In this video gcn shows you how to bleed shimano brakes. One way bleeding was developed for quick and easy prevention of air in our hydraulic system. Universal cycles shimano disc brake bleed kit y83998010. Here we will be going into detail on a complete bleed for any shimano hydraulic disc brakes.
If the quick release lever on the hub is on the same side as the disc brake rotor, they may interfere with each other, which is dangerous, so check that they do not. If the brakes are still sluggish, bleed the air from the brake system. Ive bled avids, hopes, and last night i bled shimanos for the first time. Confidence, control, comfort and courage are complimentary. Bleed your shimano brakes easily and quickly with our shimano bleed kit. Hose connector must be fully pressed into brake hose without gap or fluid leakage may occur and lead to the brake system failure.
Unfollow shimano brake bleed kit to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Pro bleed kit jagwire bike brake and shift systems. Pro dot bleed kits are compatible with most avid, sram, formula, hayes, and hope hydraulic disc brakes. Shimano bike components closer to nature, closer to people. Follow our video above for a stepbystep guide on how to bleed your shimano. Refer to adding the shimano genuine mineral oil and bleeding air.
Shimano s tlbt03s disc brake bleed tool includes everything youll need to perform professionalgrade bleed maintenance on your hydraulic braking system. I bled it using just the cheapo bleed kit with a squeeze bottle attached to the caliper via hose and pushing fluid up through the system couldnt find the funnel at lbs, but it is still squishy. How to bleed shimano hydraulic road disc brakes cyclist. One way oil routing plus a funnel tool with mineral oil provides an easy and clean bleeding system. Everything is here no need for the shimano funnel, our. Fill the syringe with shimano hydraulic mineral oil and place the syringe on the bleed nipple.
Shimano alfine disc brake system technical service instructions. Shimano brakes are some of the most durable, dependable, and bomb proof brakes on the market. How to bleed shimano hydraulic disc brakes youtube. Shimano hydraulic disc brakes are some of the most popular on the market and are also some of the nicest to work on.
You may get lucky at your local bike shop, if you ask nicely they may have one to spare. Mineral oil bleed kits are compatible with most shimano, magura, tektro, and giant hydraulic disc brakes. Pull in the brake lever and hold while momentarily loosening the bleed screw. This item shimano workshop tool m575 disc brake bleed kit multicoloured revmega bleeder hydraulic disc brake bleed kit tool fit shimano inc. Deore models brm485, brm525, brm535, and brm555 deore lx model brm585 deore xt models brm755, brm765, and brm775 hone model brm601. Shimano tlbt03 technical service instruction pdf download. Have a look at shimano tech docs site, here you can see the official tech sheet detailing bleeding spacer you need.
Bleed kits with enough compatibility options for almost any job in the shop. An opened can should be discarded within a few weeks. Youll have a syringe, oil funnel, funnel stand, and tube to complete the process. If the brakes still operate sluggishly, bleed the air from the brake system refer to adding shimano genuine mineral oil and bleeding air. Dont bleed if you havent got the funnel, itll make too much of a mess. The following chart is a complete list of the 2007 avid brake lineup. How to bleed shimano deore xt hydraulic disc brakes.
It is important to determine the technology used in your brake in order to successfully service it, as this manual is sectioned by technology, rather than brake models. This is a gradual process, so often times you dont even notice it. That fat screw with the hex recess is the bleed port. M506 can be strong enough, if not you can upgrade to m6000 slx series later. The di2 digital integrated intelligence, which was developed to enhance the potential of components by fusion with electronic. Denatured alcohol grease or antiseize brakepad set used equipment service, only. Mar 31, 2016 shimano xt m8000 brakes bleeding issue in mechanics lounge. Shimano has made bleeding their disc brakes quite easy with the right tools and parts. Alfine disc brake system technical bicycle accessories pdf manual download. These brakes are strong and are shimanos ultimate stopping power brake set for mountain bikes. When it comes to shimano original parts, the engineering is a given. How to bleed new shimano brakes epic bleed solutions.
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