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Avid BB5 Mechanical Disc Brake '07 at PricePoint.com
MSRP: $70.00   Price Point:  $34.98
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  Product Description
The BB5 offers Tri-Align Caliper Positioning System, tool-free pad replacement, a melt forged body and one inboard pad adjustment knob. And the best part is you won't have to eat PB and Js for the next month to afford them! They put entry level at a whole new level.

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  Product Specifications

Model Number

 BB5
Series Mountain
Brake Type Mechanical-Disc
Intended Use Cross Country, All Mountain
Position Front or Rear
Rotor Size/Type 160 (6”), 185 (7”) and 203mm (8”)/
Avid Roundagon
Compatible Brake Lever Mountain/V-Brake Style
Brake Pad Types Use Avid Compatible Only
Spring Tension Pad Adjuster Inboard Knob Only
Caliper 74mm Post or 51mm IS with included adaptor
Caliper Aluminum
Caliper Finish Black
Includes Rotor, Caliper, Adapter
Weight 333g / pair
Warranty 2 Years
   
Mount Type 160mm (6")

185mm (7")

203mm (8")
51mm IS Front Adapter Included Adapter Included Adapter Included
74mm Post, Front Adapter Included Use Item #29100 Use Item #29100
QR20 Front No Fit No Fit Use Item #29100
Boxxer Front No Fit No Fit Use Item #29100
51mm IS Rear Adapter Included Adapter Included Adapter Included


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  Product Questions & Answers

Question:
What tool do I need to install the Avid BB5 Disc Brake rotor?

Answer:
To install the Avid BB5 Disc Brake rotor you will need the Sette Torx ST-T25T P- Handle Torx Wrench .

Question:
What tools will I need to install the Avid BB5 Disc Brake?

Answer:
To install the Avid BB5 Disc Brakes you will need a Sette Torx ST-4TPH P- Handle Hex Wrench for the caliper, a Sette Torx ST-T25T P- Handle Torx Wrench for the rotor, and if you need new cable you will need Sette Torx ST-768 Cable and Housing Cutters.

Question:
What cables would be best to use with the Avid BB5 Disc Brake?

Answer:
The best cables to use with the Avid BB5 Disc Brake would be Avid Full Metal Jacket Disc Brake Cable Set.

Question:
For the Avid BB5 Mechanical Disc Brake '07, What do I need to be aware of when checking compatibility with my bike?

Answer:
With the Avid BB5 Mechanical Disc Brake '07, you need to be aware that 160mm brakes will fit both 74mm Post-Mount (found on Manitou forks) and 51mm International Standard mount (found on most other forks).

Question:
Is the Avid BB5 Disc Brake available with a larger rotor?

Answer:
No, currently PricePoint only carries the Avid BB5 Disc Brake with a 160mm rotor.

Question:
What kind of lever will work with the Avid BB5 Disc Brakes?

Answer:
The Avid BB5 Disc brakes will work with any V-brake compatible lever.

Question:
What hubs should I use with the Avid BB5 Disc Brake?

Answer:
A 6 bolt pattern hub must be used to accommodate the Avid rotor. Additionally Avid rotors require hubs with a 10.16mm front offset and a 15mm offset for the rear.

Question:
Does the Avid BB5 Mechanical Disc Brake '07 need any special adapters to fit my Manitou Fork?

Answer:
Avid BB5 Mechanical Disc Brake '07 includes everything needed to mount to a 74mm Manitou Post mount. The Avid BB5 Mechanical Disc Brake '07 also includes the 51mm international standard adapter to fit Fox, Rock Shox Pre 06 Marzocchi and other IS mount forks.
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