BEST Compromise? Shimano SLX M7100 Brakes vs XT M8100 and SLX M7000

[@seb.evidente7328]

I've had my M7000 brakes since 2017 and it has never ever failed me, it has saved my life multiple times because of how strong the brakes are. I run them on a 180mm Ice-tech rotors on the front and 160mm on the back. Love it to death, I definitely see the dfferences between the two newer brakes and the M7000 but I don't see any reason to drop my M7000 for these two. Great in-depth review, keep it up!!

[@David-rb3tk]

@seb.evidente What bike are you riding? I have the M7100's on my Chameleon and they are great. I am looking for a Shimano replacement for my Sram Guide R's on my Giant Trance 29er. Can't decide whether to go for another set of M7100 or M7120 for he Giant. Any thoughts? Giant does far more steep descending than Chameleon.

[@seb.evidente7328]

@@David-rb3tk hello there, I ride a 2017 Cannondale Trail 29er. If your choice is between the identical M7100 and the M7120, the trails you ride and your riding preference will be the only deciding factor. M7100 only has 2 piston brakes which I reckon are quite similar to the stock ones you have on your giant, they were designed with XC riders like me in mind. They're not as strong as the M7120s but are just as durable and everything else. I'd argue that they last a bit longer and maintenance is easier since you only have to care for 2 pistons, and you'll be buying brake pads less often since the M7100s are weaker. The M7120s on the other hand, are more suited for Enduro, Downhill because those disciplines require stronger brakes. If you used the M7120s them for XC you might find yourself flying over the bar more often because they're too strong. They easier to modulate, so less of that "on and off" feeling when you brake, they require more maintenance (you have to care for 4 pistons) and are just as durable, provided you dilligently change the brake pads. To conclude, the difference is that the M7120s are stronger than the M7100s, they're also more expensive to purchase and maintain but if you ride trails/enduro/downhill, they're perfect. The M7100s are adequately strong, more for XC, cheaper to buy and maintain. If money's no issue, the trails you usually ride (Enduro or XC) will be the only deciding factor.

[@marke.8668]

@@seb.evidente7328 m8100's? how about them

[@seb.evidente7328]

@@marke.8668 they're an amazing set of brakes. While I've never had the opportunity to have them on my bike myself (I still have M7000s), I have friends who I ride with who have and enjoy them. They're trail riders who were originally considering just the M8000s but eventually chose the M8100s because of their trail-oriented riding and riding style. I've been told that they like the stopping power, the modulation especially when paired with matching Shimano Ice-Tech Rotors.

[@marke.8668]

@@seb.evidente7328 ive heard that the m7100 and m8100 2pot brakes are the same in stopping power

[@k1ngofthosewhoknow]

Thank you so much for your detailed comparisons. They help out a lot!

[@donnovicki9771]

Another outstanding product review. I think you have the most detailed reviews of anyone out there. Looking forward to your Deore 12 speed review whenever it comes out. I would look at these to upgrade.

[@braddehaven8828]

As usual good job on detailed information..

[@bemmerrus]

Please, confirm, that SLX lever is a little bit wider, than XT's.

[@Eri94]

I finally built up my hardtail and the last thing I needed to do was brakes. Man, I was going to do XT but the price diff for the SLX, you convinced me to get these instead

[@patchesthejaybird8431]

I love Shimano brakes. They work great. I've had one that had a bad piston seal right out of the box, and Shimano worked out a warranty replacement quickly. I have used Deore, and SLX, but for raw value, I like the MT200 Altus brakes. I was dumbfounded at how well they work.

[@asociacionfotograficaobjet2907]

The "free stroke" adjustment regulates the useful travel of the lever when pressing the brake, you can have greater travel and progressiveness, or less travel and immediacy. It is true that it may not compensate for the price difference, but it has its function. Best regards!

[@duratoke]

I totally like the bluish basecoat/clearcoat (?) SLX series color. It kind of depends how the light hits it. I held an old black plastic 35mm film can next to it and it just looks black. Very strange, but I like it. Mine came with J04C pads, which was also nice.

[@Madbusop718]

Thanks for a great introductory video with hands on comparison. You just made my decision alot easi

[@markcm]

Great video with all the information I was looking for, thank you for putting this together.

[@richarde1355]

Love your brake reviews! I learn something each video. For best value Deore brakes, it seems tough to argue that trophy should be given to the M6100/6120 brakes.

[@flashfive23]

I plan to buy the SLX!!

[@justinwbohner]

Whenever I put together a new bike, I always end up getting the SLX brakes. I have some nice bikes, one has XTR everything, but the SLX brakes just make the most sense. Especially considering they only last a year before blowing the seals, so what's the point of spending more on XTR? They function the same, like 20g difference.

[@justinwbohner]

@@LoveMTB The seals around the pistons will start leaking. I don't bother with warranty, just buy another set.

[@boraaja520]

You should consider hope brakes, if you are having trouble with the seals since you can replace them with Hope

[@SnootchieBootchies27]

Where do you live? I ride a lot, and am still running an OEM deore from 2015. Been through at least 8 sets of pads on them and all the seals are still great.

[@byaherowin4875]

I was confused between M6100 and M7100 brakeset. This video makes me decide easily. Thanks a lot :))

[@wendigolycan]

Could you make a video on how to install the kit, since the levers don't come attached to the hose? Won't I lose pressure/oil if I remove those plugs? Thanks.

[@esdubya]

Is there any performance difference at all? Or are the differences purely cosmetic? I actually prefer the Slx styling over the Xt and Xtr (I hate bling).

[@esdubya]

LoveMTB in your vast knowledge do you know or recommend a 12 speed cassette to suit 12 speed Shimano to work on xd or hg drivers? I have a spare set of wheels but can’t get a micro spline driver to suit my hubs (as yet). Great content really appreciate it👍🏼👍🏼

[@esdubya]

LoveMTB great thanks can I use the Shimano 12s xt chain?

[@quaaludes7898]

I agree with you on the cosmetics, slx is more tasteful

[@MTBpaMore]

Love my new SLX . Keep it up and stay connected 🤟🏼

[@mladensinkic3256]

I buy them 3 weeks ago, before them I got old XT 775 brakes which you must use with 2 fingers, and now for this SLX 7100 you use only one finger. I am satisfied with them.

[@mladensinkic3256]

Front disc is 183mm hope float and rear is 160mm hope float. Pads are resin with coolers.

[@azonicds]

I just swapped my m8000 levers for the new slx, feels pretty much the same, maybe a touch more modulation but still has the distinct bite I like. Really happy so far.

[@alexandervalenzuela1630]

Wouldn't the new Deore be the best value in the current shimano lineup? Awesome video btw, as always.

[@TonchoTonev]

The caliper of the Deore brakes looks different. Also they now have four piston caliper as well. Actually waiting you to reviw them, cause I'm searching for a new brakes. And this four piston Deore option seems tempting. Great video as allways!

[@sebastianjost]

@@TonchoTonev the new Deore brakes won't be released until mid to late june and when released they will probably start at their recommended retail prices. Currently new SLX parts are cheaper than the Deore parts' rrp's. Also I personally really dislike that metal pin you have to use on the Deore brake calipers. The bold on SLX and above is much more convenient.

[@GeoAnaGR]

@@LoveMTB the new Deore 4pot from what the looks of it is actually the MT520 caliper from two years back, I hope you can verify that when you get them

[@MrDVCHITTer]

These look the same as the M400 brakes that came on my trance, same masters, calipers. What's different?

[@Doc_Raphy]

I have a question since their lever blades can be bought separately. Can the M8100 lever blade fit on the M7100?

[@equipomusicaevelocidade3010]

Slx m7100 brakes, only joys with this product. Much better in modulation than my old m6000, which I already thought was incredible

[@Assimilator702]

I went from looking at an OEM Deore 2 piston M6100 brake set on eBay to considering the slightly more expensive 4 piston 6120 set. Then when comparing prices of Metal pads since those sets were equipped with the basic resin pads and of course only considering buying from a legit source led to pricing everything from the Deore M6100 to SLX, to the XT M8120. In the end the XT M8120 front and rear purchased through verified Shimano dealers made the most sense. Everything from prices to actual availability and small but significant features on the XT led me from considering a $165 set to spending $500 on a full XT setup.

[@brad265]

So which one stops better?

[@joaoquadros8675]

Could you make a video talking about the new Shimano Deore brakes? As soon as you get it obviously, I'd get so thankful! Really. I appreciate so much your videos, probably the best about relevant information on the whole KZbin. Thank you.

[@Carlifurafollas]

I’m getting a pair of these SLX brakes for my new Commençal Meta AM build. I know that they’re not enduro brakes, but along with fined pads and a 223mm rotor at front should perform ok for my weight! 150€ for the set is a good price I think, with the time I’ll upgrade them but I have no much money left😅

[@boogiedownbronx73]

I got a giant trance x 2 second hand 2021 model...in the beginning my front brake was so tight but after bleeding it properly they work like sharm

[@ΣΤΑΥΡΟΣΓΚΕΡΛΕΣ]

why people keep persisting that the 7100 series doesn't have free stroke adjustment. It has, but it uses a different screw. It uses a snake eye screw. So you need a snake eye screwdriver or you could easily remove that screw and use a conventional one. And it does make a difference , it is just a 2 step adjument. Not just screw and unscrew the dedicated bolt.

[@Tonyplat98]

I have the m7000 older style and don't think i'm switching to anything else. Maybe I'm thinking about the 4 piston SLX M7120 but these brakes are no slouch and I can lock up my wheel easily with them. I don't see a reason to switch. Have been going strong with the M 7000 and they're just amazing for the price I paid I think it was $120 for front and rear... Can't beat that value IMO.

[@wallyedmonds8199]

The pre stroke does work change with 4mm screw all the way in and adjust the reach .

[@adriancabrera3014]

just bought the SLX M7100 ¡¡¡ arriving on monday ¡¡

[@yefryjerez972]

taht little things with the screw what is that?

[@MrJhepz17]

Im planing a custom build using a trek x caliber 2020 frame......and torn between SLX or XT .....im leaning on SLX because I could save a couple of dollars ...but definitely would go with xt shifter ....

[@shakeweight11]

Just built a bike with slx 4-piston and couldn't be happier

[@MartinTeerly]

In UK we have black mat slx and they are absolutely brilliant. I had slx for 6 months and sold them to my mother's partner and now I have 4 piston deore xt 8120

[@shakeweight11]

LoveMTB I have the SLX 4 piston and they feel like there is more modulation than both my slx 7000s and M640 Zee's. The M7100's aren't as grabby as the Zee's but are still plenty powerful.

[@icypirate11]

Just bought the SLX's from _Thunder Mountain Bikes_ because they were much cheaper than the XT's. $336 out the door. I bought a 4 piston for the front and a 2 piston for the rear. My bike has internal cable routing so the rear should be fun. I may have to have my L.B.S. bleed it for me.

[@Hawlkeye-e9p]

Ya im still using deore with 180 rotors and organic pads. At 220 lbs it stops just fine.

[@Hawlkeye-e9p]

@@LoveMTB tore down the bike. Built back up. Forgot to tighten xt crank arm.....ouch

[@bo6ka7a]

I'm getting the new 7100 for my first bike build, I love the 2 tone color

[@menisb]

Hi, thanks for the great video. Does the new SLX system support CenterLock rotors?

[@menisb]

@@LoveMTB Thanks a lot. I have asked cause according to this guide it doesn't, so I was a bit confused: off.road.cc/content/buying/your-complete-guide-to-shimano-mountain-bike-disc-brakes-deore-slx-xt-xtr-saint-zee?fbclid=IwAR19kzW_uvfD-1SW3J-1BXDM6GBXcjEMEV-psd7JNZoUxc2csqMz1kieq5I

[@markferrer1643]

thanks for the comparison! do you think the slx m7000 is a good brake for 2021? or should i wait it out until new models are released? thank you!

[@william_2610]

I'm running the old deores (M6000) with metal finned pads and they're fantastic, feel like I have an excess of power. I've been riding more enduro recently on my hardtail and they've stood up really well. I'll probably go SLX two piston if they ever start having problems, I think the 4 pot ones are overkill for a lot of people. Then again I haven't tried them... Will you be taking a look at the new deore brakes?

[@TheCooGuR]

Hi! Really enjoy your videos, I would like to know if I can upgrade my brake shifter from the basic Deore m6100/m420 to the SL version m7100? Would that give me more modulation? Thanks!

[@LoveMTB]

I would check this video out first kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoG9pHmcqZiYl9U😉

[@simonshaw5119]

I’ve just got the new SLX brake set after 1 week of deliberations between the SLX and XT (both 4 piston calliper versions). Bare in mind my current brakes where M365 at £40 for the complete set (so really old and crappy). It came down to, the XT and SLX are identical except the colour and the SLX are almost £50 cheaper than the XT. This was the decider for me, £50 cheaper just because of the colour finish. This left me with enough to get 2 pairs of new ceramic pads and still have almost £37 left to spend on beer 🍺. Get the SLX if you don’t care about the finish colouring, or if your bike is blue (like mine) because they’re the exact same technology 👍

[@GeoAnaGR]

A year ago I upgraded the same M365 you have, for used set of MT520/M501, 4pot calipers with the Deore lever... Huge upgrade, for about £55, pretty happy with it

[@DanG87123]

Had the same dilemma, but OCD got the better of me. Bit worried that the wandering bite point that I've read about though, you had any issues with the bite point?

[@alexmalone1642]

I want buy SLX M 7100 to put my Cube Analog 26 🇩🇪!have only metalic pad?

[@seville6900]

Do you have any suggestions, to learn wheelie between slx m7000, m7100, xt m8000 and m8100, which one to choose. The one with the best modulation.

[@Morpci]

I'm torn, SLX 7120 or XT 8120. I have Santa Cruz Hightower and I'd like to go with the better option, but now, on AliExpress sale, the SLX are sold for 130$ including shipping, where the XT are sold for 100$ more.

[@_systemd]

im currently on my slxm7000, sold another set of m8000, figured they will simply sell better being XT. however that makes it the 3rd set of shimano brakes I ve had that are a disappointment due to inconsistent bite point on the rear brake(also previous old gen XT which i replaced due to that). My friend is running the 3-digit SLX old gen and those work fine. I am a fan of shimano but so far their brakes did not impress me. They work, they are easy (but messy) to bleed, but the lack of modulation and mostly consistency is a bit meh. Other than that, as a fan of price:performance, bought my bike with full SLX groupset, I don't think one can go wrong there and I see very little reasons for XT. Even deore would be nice.

[@Bangbangboom51]

Excellent video. So SLX brakeset is only 26 grams heavier in total compared to XT brakeset?

[@squirrelmarm7218]

Thanks for this. I am building my new bike and was trying to decide if it's worth it to get XT over SLX. Looks like there is no real performance benefit besides "a screw that doesn't do anything." I'll go with SLX to save a bit of money.

[@kalamarmatus]

You can replace that cover with screw for freestroke and have free stroke adjustements also in SLX brakes : kzbin.info/www/bejne/bom9YXmDjamJkNk

[@tonyvaccarelli7950]

Have you reviewed the slx 4 pot brakes ? I am heavily leaning towards them ,over the XT would love you to do a comparison of the two ,such as power output,modulation and so on

[@Tinez87]

I have just bought a pair of these and I'm looking to fit a XT M8000 shifter to it, any idea what adapter I need? Thanks

[@FlorinSirbu.]

Hey, I've got this thanks to you, perfect brake set from Shimano. Having said that, a new brake lever it's been ordered, I don't know if I'd need an olive and insert, please tell me I can use the insert I've already got on the housing and a new olive, perhaps? Thank you.

[@FlorinSirbu.]

@@LoveMTB Salut , am pus ulei mineral și am realizat ca filetul la șurub s-a măcinat și a trebuit sa fac comanda de o alta maneta de frână și ma întrebam dacă e nevoie de o alt inel metalic, "olive" și insert? Sau le pot folosi pe cele care sunt deja instalate ? 🤔

[@FlorinSirbu.]

@@LoveMTB mulțumesc, am sa încerc sa nu strâng, cred ca asta a fost cauza problemei.

[@FlorinSirbu.]

@@LoveMTB Doar sa clarific, șurubul la care m-am referit e, "bleed screw", i-am stricat filetul și la rezervor la fel, nu știu cum dar presupus ca l-am strâns prea tare, sau sunt făcute din brânză 😉😂👍🏾 Sa mai pun grease pe el, totuși, data viitoare? Mulțumesc.

[@carloswright]

I have had slx m7000, level 5, elixir r, magura mt30, deore m6000, ect. Magura and Shimano are my only considerations when looking to upgrade or replace.

[@jurre8803]

yo mtb lover nice video! whats your choise? xt or slx, I doubt between these two

[@surmatti]

No one-way bleeding on the M7120 according to the box? I'm considering upgrading the M7000 calipers to M7120 as I like the M7000 levers and I have I-Spec II XT-shifters and dropper levers which I'd rather not change to bar clamps. Am I begging for trouble with that combo? Other than the bluish hue on the M7120 calipers, which looks horrible.

[@surmatti]

@@LoveMTB Thanks for your input! As in the past you've made some experimenting with mixing components, how about mixing a new Deore M5100 11-51 cassette with XT M8000 GS rear derailleur?

[@surmatti]

@@LoveMTB Yeah, that's what I thought but some people have managed to ride with a 50t pie plates on it though. Luckily the new RD-M5100 is very affordable, most likely best choice for high ratio 11 speed and should work pretty well with the SL-M8000.

[@surmatti]

@@LoveMTB Hah, yeah that's true. I'm going to upgrade one drivetrain in the household anyway so might as well be mine and pass my old drivetrain to my son. ;)

[@surmatti]

@@LoveMTB So I ended up ordering the CS-M5100 11-51. It does work with the RD-M8000-GS and is ok'ish but fortunately I ordered the RD-M5100 as well. It works a lot smoother at the larger cogs which is not a huge surprise but it's very crisp when paired with the SL-M8000. I fear for my mech hanger though as the fastening is a lot different from M8000. I ordered the new CN-M71000 for this drivetrain to test it out and there's no more chain drops when backpedaling with 32T oval in the front. 👍🏻

[@Stickymicky25]

Shimano, what where you thinking with that black/blue colour scheme...? Im just about to upgrade the mrs brakeset to some 4 pots, and i know she'll hate the black/blue... so seriously considering the deore m6120's over the SLX. tbf, both will be overkill for her!

[@BrianMaynardLetsDoThisThing]

Thinking of replacing my SRAM level brakes with these Shimano SLX or XT. Once you’ve used Shimano. It’s hard to use anything else.

[@ecruz2430]

Great review! Btw are u in Toronto?

[@ecruz2430]

LoveMTB all your repairs/upgrades are at a shop?

[@ecruz2430]

LoveMTB do u work just on your bikes?or can I make an appointment?

[@ecruz2430]

Looking to upgrade groupset!

[@Alpha195195]

Does shimano SAINT are above XTR or below? In terms of power/price/weight

[@basengelblik5199]

So is it worth the 40 euro difference between the SLX and the XT?

[@nathancouse3596]

I have the older xt where the clamp is closer to the end rather than the center of the lever (new style) im concerned that since the clamp is located in the middle if it will affect my current placement of my shifter(sram xo1)

[@Alpha195195]

SLX 7120 or Magura MT7?

[@rikaanggraini5514]

Slx m7000 or deore m5100 4 piston sir?

[@JorgeAlvarez-ex3vs]

Is the new break lever mounting system compatible with older shifters that include a gear indicator on top of the handlebar? I think that if they fit, it will be very tight. I was also wondering if shimano will offer 12 speed shifters with gear indicator, even if it is under the handlebar.

[@Ipis18514]

Do m8100 and m7100 share the same pad axle/ brake pad pins for the caliper?

[@benmillns8976]

Thanks for this, you've practically made my mind up about getting SLX. From what I've read about Deore, they have resin pistons, use the BH59 hose and have tooled reach adjustment... I'm thinking SLX is worth the extra?

[@dsc7154]

Can i use an 11 speed shifter (M7000) with these brakes? If so which model would be compatible? Thank you!

[@christianllano7988]

Hello.. First very good videos ... A question I have a group Sram GX 12v and wanted to know if a Shimano slx 12 cassettes of 10_51 works well for me .. Thanks greetings

[@walrusinanus]

So is there any real difference between 7000 and 7100? I feel like Shimano is releasing new stuff just for the sake of releasing something.

[@vincent5525]

I would love to upgrade to the new EV brakes. But I'm still using the ispec II shifter (11 speed), which is not supported. Hopefully someone will release an adapter soon.

[@turbod15]

So u need more fluid for the lines

[@itsjr3130]

Is this light? I mean I am running an xc setup planning to buy it hehe

[@kunkmiceter]

I'm the opposite, I like the finish on the slx better. 😅

[@rafelic]

thank u...i just replace my brakes to SLX M7100 so far so good👍

[@AbdullahAdnanID]

Need quick suggestions between SLX 7100 4 piston vs Zee m640? Help me decide guys and why?

[@solbrynjamola1463]

hi LoveMTB just a quick question and wanting some advice... my deoree M6000 break lever is very spongy already done bleeding may times but still the same. would overhauling the lever will help the issues? thanks and more power 👌

[@solbrynjamola1463]

LoveMTB hi again, used both funnel and syringe but still spongy. i will try to overhauled the breaks maybe some rubbers have leaks. ill update you ASAP. thanks

[@solbrynjamola1463]

if in case it would still spongy, would replacing an non series shimano lever would work ? thanks

[@kaedeschulz5422]

I'm thinking about getting SLX 4pistons. To me this blue is very beautiful with those suttle graphics.

[@kaedeschulz5422]

@@LoveMTB Sadly part's are getting more and more expensive at the moment tho.

[@kaedeschulz5422]

@@LoveMTB Me too... I hope i can even afford to get my bike done this year😬

[@kaedeschulz5422]

@@LoveMTB thx 😊 Let's hope everything get's better this year😬🙂

[@marke.8668]

im choosing between the m7100 and m8100 brakes, 50$ difference where im from. should i just save or just spend the extra. im stuck choosing

[@marke.8668]

@@LoveMTB kinda stuck in between. im using the slx drivetrain but with an xt crank. so i dont really know if i should just spend more for the xt brakes to complement my crank cause it does look nice but at the same time it is just the same performance as the slx, and i could just spend the extra $$ for icetech rotors

[@one-13gravity81]

Hi, got my m7100 brake set. May I ask where do you put the o-ring found in the clamps? Is it under the bolt head or under the clamp itself?

[@one-13gravity81]

@@LoveMTB it's found in the bolt that tightens the bar clamp for m7100. Anyway thank you for the great videos.

[@jamble7k]

great overview as usual 😎 still using m7000 slx brakes on my giant trance2, how do you like them vs the 7100/7120s?

[@vinspin3766]

Hi! Im choosing between the m7100 slx brakes vs the m8000. They are almost the same price from where i live. In your opinion which one would you choose? Thanks and more power to your channel.

[@vinspin3766]

@@LoveMTB Hi i mostly do non agressive trail riding but would like to try a bit of enduro and would like to have more control on descents.

[@Cluee.]

i bought the slx m7125 today and i just installed them on my bike and they aren’t tappy they hit my finger when i press them please help

[@markpahilanga9461]

Hey guys.. a little bit confused.. M7100 are duals while M7120 quads? Are the labels indicated on the levers only or is there a combo of M7100 levers and M7120 Calipers?thanks

[@markpahilanga9461]

@@LoveMTB thank you so much. Good job for Always putting out great content.

[@Calincillo]

Do they have the same braking power?, I want to believe that they do, since they both have ceramic pots (same size). Now, if that’s the case, then what’s the main difference?, the color? , materials?, XT with a “more premium” finish and price?

[@Calincillo]

Love your channel/videos!

[@Calincillo]

Do you have a video about brake modulation?

[@freeridemtb3782]

Does the brake hose come pre filled with oil too or just the lever?

[@freeridemtb3782]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@codyclark2471]

lookin to buy a set , new slx m7100>? or a good used set of m8000 xt>?

[@codyclark2471]

both about 200$ a set

[@iRayatcom]

hey! great video! I was wondering.. ive recently picked up a new hybrid/city/urban bike, with "Shimano BR-MT200, Hydr. Disc Brake". is it possible to swap these to a SLX setup?

[@iRayatcom]

@@LoveMTB i know... but good enough doenst alway look "awesome!" silly i know.. bike as 160mm discs front and back... I like the adjustale lever on XT/SLX. Any way to change the lever on a mt200?

[@byaherowin4875]

Anybody tried to replace the brake lids of M7100 into M675? Is it possible? Older versions of SLX brakesets are aesthetically good.

[@reclusepilgrim]

Are the new SLX brakes any better than the previous generation (white SLX written) or are they the same in performance?

[@reclusepilgrim]

@@LoveMTB can you please explain that in English? Thank you.

[@martynprice87]

Hey Dude, loving your channel. I'm looking to upgrade my Shinmano Deore brakes. I'm currently running BR-M615 but they just don't stop me enough anymore. I've been leaning towards SLX but heard good things about the MT 501 brakes. Thanks

[@Nicky_Pin_It]

I have M7000's on one bike and love them to death. Super powerful, great feel, just tremendous brakes! I just upgraded brakes on another bike to the M7120's and im not gonna lie i'm not digging them so far. The newer levers "feel smaller" and i just dont feel they have a power the 7000's had. Im not sure exactly what changed. I only have a couple rides on the 7120's so maybe they need more seat time? We will see. If not ill be on the hunt for another m7000 brake set!

[@Nicky_Pin_It]

@@LoveMTB will do. Only have a couple rides so im going to give them more time

[@brendanbyrne7590]

Does anyone know know if I can mount a Sram XO 12 speed shifter to this Shimano brake lever?

[@mtbboy1993]

Do you have any plans on trying Formula, Hope Tech, Trick Stuff Maxima? The last mentioned is the most expensive brakes. several people has shared their love for the Trick stuff brakes, they are apparently the most powerful brakes on the market. another nice thing is they use refined sunflower seed oil as brake fluid. Many have advice me against going for Hope Tech, cus of the toxic, corrosive fluid. Formula Cura 4 has been recommended if I am not willing to go for Trickstuff

[@mtbboy1993]

@@LoveMTB Micro spline was delayed cus Shimano restricted access and was slow to allow Hope, it was one of the last companies that finally got permission/license for it. but how fast things come can vary from country to country and what stores offer, but now due to corona virus there are delays.

[@mtbboy1993]

@@LoveMTB right now the new Five Ten shoes are impossible to get, out of stock everywhere, and Adidas online store has none in my size, only one size came up, and before they did not even have one size. probably production delay. so expect that with all brands, products, delays everywhere. so knowing about many shops is important, I know many, but still some won't ship internationally due to corona like bike-components, some shops closed completely. here in Norway corona numbers arte quite good, but the problem is getting product to the importer, so shop don't have all products in yet, delayed by months, and Norway usually is few months behind US market anyway before corona., But I have all I need now, just need new helmet soon, but could not decide yet. also want to try different brakes, tyres.

[@Galahad0212]

Great video, I was needing someone yo clarify all these specs. I'm upgrading from BR-MT410 and BL-401 and now I'm clear that for my purposes XT is not needed. However, I wanted if it's worth it paying for SLX M7100 vs Deore M6100

[@Galahad0212]

@@LoveMTB thank you!

[@e5pee28]

is deore xt m775 brakeset still worth to buy? its price is par to the new deore 6100 brakeset...please help TIA.

[@e5pee28]

@@LoveMTB thanks for the input

[@talalalsaeed236]

I buy the old slx It was very difficult to find a kit because they told me that Shimano stopped manufacturing the SLX M7000 and would replace them with M7100 and offered a suitable price for me M7100 but I refused the offer and I bought the M7000 each one separately and my insistence on the old design aesthetic shape and the final touches and by the way the performance did not differ With the new design, I Shimano M7000, if the performance is different here makes a difference but does not exist.

[@walter_vdz8156]

Hey im planning to buy this to replace my mt200 will this work with rt10 rotors?

[@walter_vdz8156]

@@LoveMTB hey yes i plan to do that is the rt56 better or what do you recommend for center lock rotors i bought the slx m7100

[@walter_vdz8156]

@@LoveMTB hey i installed the brakes if I buy rt70 rotor's will i get more braking power because I think I'm missing a lot of stoping power ?

[@fattie2550]

I upgraded my 8100 to the 8120. Big difference. Will never run 2 piston brakes again.

[@fattie2550]

@@LoveMTB stopping power, soon as you press the lever the brake engages. I am 185 pounds and the brakes dont heat up as much the 2 pistons do.

[@jonienglish3231]

Good Video m6100 even Sweeter Deal

[@tippy35075]

im running a XT brake lever and a SLX trail caliper on the rear of my bike

[@tippy35075]

@@LoveMTB Works a treat, I've got a shimano Saint up front, I took it off my old bike because its still my fav brake