Motive – SRAM

Should I choose Motive or Maven brakes?

Fork travel is a good indicator of intended use, and is great starting point when deciding between Motive or Maven brakes. Motive brakes are best suited for bikes that feature 100mm-140mm of front ... See more

What is DirectLink and how does it work in Maven Base brakes?

SRAM's DirectLink lever design produces a solid, positive feel when you squeeze the lever to engage the brake. It offers a simple solution to give you precise control. Maven Base’s lever body house... See more

What is the difference between Motive Ultimate, Motive Silver, and Motive Bronze brakes?

Motive Ultimate features titanium hardware, a carbon lever blade, lever pivot bearing, and an adjustable banjo fitting on the caliper. Motive Silver has an alloy lever blade, lever pivot bearing, a... See more

What makes Motive brakes ideal for XC race and trail bikes?

Motive is a blend of a heavy-duty power brake in a lightweight package. Its svelte lever and 4 piston caliper address the needs of modern XC and trail bikes without introducing additional tradeoffs... See more

Do Motive brakes have stealth aesthetics?

Yes, Motive brakes feature a stealth body design. See more

Why does the Motive caliper have 4 pistons?

Motive uses a 4-piston caliper to effectively deliver the power needed for modern XC and trail riding. See more

Where do I find my serial number on my Motive brakes?

The serial number on your Motive brakes can be found on the bottom of the caliper. See more

Will my Motive brakes work on any frame?

Motive brakes follow the same mounting standards as all other SRAM MTB brakes, and will fit any frame with current IS or Post mount standards. Review the Caliper Mounting Specifications document fo... See more

Do Motive brakes require any specific mounting hardware?

Motive brakes use the same mounting hardware as other SRAM MTB brakes. See more

How do I bed-in my Motive brakes?

Please follow the SRAM MTB Brake 'bed-in' procedure. See more

Do Motive brakes have Contact Point Adjust and Lever Reach Adjust?

Motive features a tool-free reach adjust. As a way to reduce system weight, Motive does not use our contact point adjustment. See more

When installing Motive brakes, do I need to use hose clips on the stem or handlebar to manage the position of the hoses to the handlebar?

Yes, we recommend using the included stem clips to capture the brake hose and provide a clean aesthetic. See more

Do Motive brakes have the same hose angle as Maven brakes (in line with the bar)?

Motive brakes feature our V1 Stealth routing which is the same as both Level and Code Stealth brakes. See more

What brake hose kit does Motive brakes use?

Motive Ultimate & Silver use the SRAM Silver Banjo kit (00.5318.038.000). Motive Bronze uses compression fittings on both ends (00.5318.036.000). See more

How often should my Motive brakes be bled?

We recommend performing a full bleed and replacing the mineral oil every two years on your Motive brakes. The main reason for that longer interval compared to our DOT brakes is that mineral oil doe... See more

Are SRAM Motive 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 warr... See more