General

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• What are the torque specifications on my SRAM brake calipers?
Road:   For road brakes, brake calipers should be installed to 5 Nm of torque. This is the same for both flat and post mount brakes.  Mountain:  On mountain bikes with post mounts, brake calipers s... See more
• What size disc brake rotors does SRAM recommend for road eTap AXS and AXS hydraulic brakes?
Depending on the system weights and riding style, we recommend different rotor sizes and brake compounds. Therefore we created a rotor size and brake pad chart to help you determine the right rotor... See more
• What disc brake pad compound options does SRAM offer for road disc brakes?
We offer various organic and sintered pad compounds for SRAM road brakes to suit your preference. For a helpful overview of pad types, see the Disc Pad Identification Guide below. See more
• Are there still SRAM rim brakes for road use?
Yes. We are still offering rim brake options for road use. Here you can find an overview of all our current available road brakes. See more
• Where can I find spare parts for SRAM road components?
Our Spare Parts Catalog is where we list all the spare parts that are currently available, and the corresponding part numbers. Part numbers can then be used for an online search, or can be given to... See more
• Are there spare o-rings available for SRAM bleed kits?
Yes. You can order these via your local dealer (#11.5315.053.040). Hose kits are also available for the pro bleed kit (#11.5378.804.000). See more
• Why does my SRAM brake hose have a silver fitting installed if the provided spare is red?
Factory OE (original equipment) brake assemblies may have silver fittings installed. However, aftermarket replacement fittings are anodized red. All SRAM hose barb and compression fittings should b... See more
• Do SRAM road brakes come with a bleed kit?
No. The bleed kit is available separately. We offer a basic version (#00.5318.016.000) and a Pro version (#00.5318.016.002). The pro kit comes with higher-quality syringes that make handling easier. See more
• Can I use other manufacturer's DOT fluid in my SRAM brakes?
Yes. However, you may only use DOT 4 and DOT 5.1 brake fluid in SRAM hydraulic disc brakes. DOT brake fluid is produced within the FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) so you can choose b... See more
• Where can I find the serial number of my SRAM brake?
The serial number of all our HRD road brake models is located on the bottom of your brake caliper between the threaded holes for mounting. Reference our serial number location guide for detailed i... See more
• What is the difference between flat mount and post mount calipers?
The main difference between these two standards is the mounting bolt distance. While post-mount is using a 74mm mount, flat-mount has a bolt distance of 34mm. That being said, make sure to check y... See more
• What size rotors can I use with Rival eTap AXS?
Rival eTap AXS flat mount calipers work with 140mm and 160mm rotors with a standard flat brake mount. Certain frames are made to work with flat mount calipers and 180mm rotors-see your frame manufa... See more
• What disc brake pad compound options do you offer for Rival eTap AXS HRD brakes?
We offer both organic and metal sintered pad compounds for our Rival disc brakes. To learn more about different pad materials and their characteristics, refer to our SRAM Brake Pad Overview. See th... See more