Setup and Service

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• Which is the right brake pad for my SRAM road brake?
There are many brake pad options for your SRAM road brake depending on your brake caliper compatibility as well as what kind of braking power you need. To make it easier, we have a SRAM Brake Pad O... See more
• What is the bed-in procedure for SRAM road brakes?
When SRAM mountain bike brake pads and rotors are new, they must be “bed-in” before they reach their full braking potential. The idea behind brake bed-in is to increase friction between pads and ro... See more
• How do I mount the new SRAM brake hose compression fittings the right way?
RIGHT   WRONG     For more detailed information please refer to our SRAM HRD Hose shortening and Bleed Manual. See more
• What is the correct SRAM brake mounting adapter for my road bike?
To determine the right brake adapter for your setup, please refer to our Caliper Mounting Specifications. See more
• Can I shorten a SRAM road brake line without having to bleed the brake?
No. Brakes must be bled after shortening the hose because you are opening a closed hydraulic system to air exposure. Air in the hydraulic line can lead to inconsistent performance, injury, or even ... See more
• When should my SRAM road brake pads be replaced?
Inspect disc brake pads for wear every month, or more frequently when riding in sandy or dirty conditions. When the total thickness of the backing plate and pad material is 3mm or less, they are wo... See more
• Can I bleed my SRAM road brakes with any bleed block?
No. To achieve proper caliper piston placement and place the correct amount of fluid in the system, you must use the right Bleed Block for your brake model.  Using a bleed block also eliminates the... See more
• How do I shorten my SRAM road brake hose?
The hose shortening procedure can be found in your brake´s service manual or on our SRAM TECH YouTube channel.   See more
• Why are bleed blocks necessary when bleeding SRAM road brakes?
The correct bleed block sets your caliper pistons at the perfect starting point, which ensures the correct amount of fluid is in your brake system. If the brakes are bled without a bleed block, you... See more
• Which bleed block do I use for my SRAM road brake?
You can find a list of Bleed Blocks and Pad Spacers for your specific drop bar brake model in our Brake Bleed Manual - Bleed Blocks and Spacers. See more
• How do I bleed my SRAM road brakes?
Brake bleeds require pushing fluid through a hydraulic brake system to ensure all air bubbles and moisture are purged while the fluid is refreshed. If brakes are not bled routinely, the fluid will ... See more
• How often should I bleed my SRAM road brakes?
Bleed your brakes at least once a year to ensure optimal braking performance, or more frequently as needed. If you ride frequently or regularly ride aggressive terrain, it is recommended to bleed y... See more
• How do I know which flat mount caliper adapters to use with Rival eTap AXS?
See the SRAM spare parts catalog on our service page for details on brake caliper adapters. See more
• If my frame has post or IS disc caliper mounts, can I use Rival eTap AXS with my bike?
Rival eTap AXS is available with flat mount disc brake calipers only. If you have post or IS brake mounts, many of our SRAM Level disc brake calipers are compatible with the Rival eTap AXS hydrauli... See more