Formula 2 piece rotors + XTR brakes ??

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nonamed
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by nonamed on Fri May 17, 2013 11:36 am

I want to order 160mm & 180mm 2 piece Formula rotor for XTR M988 Trail brakes . Anyone know if this set will be working together without any problems ???

This rotor I mean : http://www.formula-italy.com/en/product ... e-rotor/12
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by TheRookie on Fri May 17, 2013 12:41 pm

They will work no problem, but why?
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by Weenie on Fri May 17, 2013 12:41 pm

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by nonamed on Fri May 17, 2013 8:48 pm

why ? I want alternative rotors for Shiman RT86 6-bolts...

Or any alternative rotors for XTR brakes ? lightweight with great power (160mm+180)
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by TheRookie on Sat May 18, 2013 6:48 pm

Discs have no effect on power at all (unless they are contaminated!), a heavier disc will have more heat capacity so will withstand overheating longer, a lighter brake will be, well, lighter (and this is weightweenies!)
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