Maven

SRAM Maven Brakes

• Why should I buy Maven brakes?
Bikes and riders have evolved, and brakes needed to evolve to match the new demands. Maven brakes are intended for extreme-duty riding applications – ideal for gravity, e-mtbers, enduro riders, or ... See more
• What makes Maven brakes ideal for extreme duty riding?
Power, with control. We’re entering a new power class, and Maven has the most while maintaining SRAM’s tried-and-true lever feel. With a new unseen level of baseline power, ride qualities can be tu... See more
• How much more power does have Maven have than Code brakes?
At the top end, Maven has roughly 50% more power than Code. This is due both to larger caliper pistons and to an optimized ratio between the lever piston and its giant caliper pistons. See more
• Where do I find Maven brakes with custom finishes? What is the “Maven Ultimate Expert Kit”?
The fully loaded Maven Ultimate Expert Kit is equipped with everything you need to get to the starting line aboard SRAM’s most powerful brake. The pair of limited-edition splash red anodized Maven ... See more
• Will the higher power on my Maven brakes increase the wear of pads/rotors?
Pad and rotor life on the Maven brakes is about the same or slightly better than with Code. See more
• Do the Maven (XL) pads have a specific compound?
Maven's XL brake pads are available in organic and sintered. The pad compounds are the exact same as what is found in Code's L brake pads, with the difference being in the overall shape and size of... See more
• Why does the Maven caliper have four bolts instead of two?
Maven’s four caliper body bolts aren’t just for show. They create a stiffer caliper, which reduces power lost through flex, translating to a solid feel in the lever. See more
• Why do the Maven brake pads load from the bottom?
The Maven caliper features four bolts holding the two halves together, resulting in a much stiffer caliper with a firmer lever feel. The four bolts are placed directly above the brake pads requirin... See more
• What size are the pistons in the Maven caliper?
Maven has 18 and 19.5mm caliper pistons. See more
• Does Maven retain that same ‘SRAM’ lever feel?
Yes, Maven delivers a rate of leverage that changes throughout the lever stroke. The farther you pull along the arc, the more power Maven sends to the pistons. It’s what we call progressive power a... See more
• Does Maven use Swinglink?
Yes, they use a Swinglink shape that has been optimized for Maven, which harnesses raw power to provide progressive power delivery, retaining SRAM's signature ride feel. See more
• Do Maven brakes have stealth levers?
Yes, Maven features a new stealth architecture that is optimized for a clean cockpit, while meshing well with today’s frame routing options. See more
• Why doesn't Maven have a carbon lever blade?
The forged lever blade used on the Maven brakes is the stiffest lever blade material that we offer, providing riders with the most tactile feedback. Maven brakes are not compatible with lever blade... See more
• The carbon lever blades from Code Ultimate look very similar, are they compatible with my Maven brakes?
No - there is not any lever compatibility between Code and Maven. If a Code blade is installed on a Maven lever, it could lead to system closure. This is a critical safety concern, and thus we do n... See more
• Do Maven brakes use mineral oil or DOT fluid?
Maven is a mineral oil brake. For Maven to meet our requirements as a mineral oil brake, we went through many seal material iterations to find the most heat resistant compound. Formulated to work w... See more
• Where do I find the serial number on my Maven brakes?
The serial number of your Maven brake is located on the bottom side of your brake caliper right between the post mounts. See more
• Does Maven require any specific mounting hardware?
Maven requires the use of the new 20P-1 or 20P-2 brackets when a 20mm adapter is needed to accommodate a change to a larger rotor size. It is not compatible with the old post mount 20P bracket. Oth... See more
• Do I need to change my rotor if I try a different pad material?
We advise you to use new rotors when changing to a new pad compound material.  All disc brake pad compounds embed a thin layer of pad material into the rotor during brake bed-in and use. Introducin... See more
• Will my Maven brakes work on any frame?
Maven respects all existing SRAM brake frame fitment specifications.  See more
• How do I bed-in my Maven brakes?
Please follow the SRAM MTB Brake 'bed-in' procedure. See more
• Do Maven brakes have Contact Point Adjust and Lever Reach Adjust?
Maven Ultimate, Silver, and Bronze all utilize tool-free Lever Reach Adjust, while Maven Ultimate and Silver also feature Contact Point Adjust.  See more
• Is my SRAM Maven mineral oil brake compatible with SRAM’s existing brake small parts and hoses?
Yes, Maven is compatible with SRAM Stealth-a-Majig hose barb, olive and compression fittings, SRAM hydraulic brake hoses, and SRAM Hydraulic Brake Grease, which was previously known as DOT Grease  See more
• What brake hose kit does Maven use?
Maven Ultimate and Maven Silver use the Silver Banjo Disc Brake Hose Kit - part number 00.5318.038.000.  Maven Bronze uses the Double Compression SRAM Disc Brake Hose Kit - part number 00.5318.036.... See more
• Which SRAM brake pads do Maven use?
It uses a new Maven-specific brake pad shape, which we call XL. It is available in sintered or organic compounds. https://www.sram.com/en/service/articles/SRAM-Brake-Pad-Overview  See more
• How do I bleed my Maven mineral oil brakes?
For the full step-by-step process please refer to the Maven manual or the SRAM MTB Mineral Oil Brake Bleed video. See more
• How often should my Maven brakes be bled?
We recommend performing a full bleed and replacing the mineral oil every two years. The main reason for that longer interval compared to our DOT brakes is that mineral oil does not absorb moisture. See more
• Does Maven have a different bleed process than Code, Level, or DB8?
No, Maven uses the same bleed process and techniques as other SRAM brakes, but requires the use of a Mineral Oil specific bleed kit. See more
• What should I do if DOT fluid was accidentally used in my mineral oil brake bleed?
Unfortunately, the brake should be replaced. DOT brake fluid contamination will cause degradation of the seals used in the mineral oil system and the brakes will be unsafe to continue to use. This ... See more
• Are SRAM Maven mineral oil brakes compatible with mineral oils from other brake manufacturers?
No. We have not tested all other mineral oils, and cannot guarantee performance or safety. Damage resulting from the use of brake fluids other than Maxima Mineral Brake Oil is not covered under war... See more
• Which is the right brake fluid for my SRAM Maven mineral oil brake?
Maven brakes, like all SRAM mineral oil brakes, require Maxima Mineral Brake Oil which was co-developed with SRAM.  You can find it using part number 00.5318.030.000 - 4oz/120ml or 00.5318.030.001 ... See more