Issue #014 Review

The best eMTB disc brake you can buy

28.09.2018
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Best in Test – MAGURA MT7

E MTB 014 Brakes Best in Test Magura MT7 1140x760

The €220 Magura MT7’s have the reputation of huge power with teutonic efficiency, and it’s well deserved. Performing better than the mighty Trickstuff Direttissima in the gruelling 45-0 km/h test, the MT7’s boast insane power. Inside the quad-piston aluminium caliper are two independent sets of magnetised brake pads, allowing the caliper body to be braced in the middle for maximum force. You have to be careful when aligning the caliper for drag-free riding, but once set-up the Maguras have enough power to stop a train–gently. The new ergonomic HC lever is a massive upgrade over their once ugly two-fingered design, and while the Carbotecture SL material looks cheap, it is very light. The comfortable lever features a reach and bite point adjuster, though the latter was hard to turn on our set. Large torx bits are used throughout and installation and bleeding is very simple with Magura Royal Blood mineral oil fluid. On the trail the Magura MT7’s are sublime. Easy to control with one finger, they have lost the wooden feeling that plagued previous models. With more power than most need, smooth modulation and offering a great weight saving, they are the best choice for eMTBs.

Combining the powerful MT7 caliper with the new HC levers has transformed the MT7, now boasting huge modulation with enough power to stop even the heaviest rider, they are our brake of choice for eMTBs, winning the Best in Test.

Strengths

– Massive power
– HC lever is much improved

Weaknesses

– Carbotecture does not feel premium
– Stiff bite point control screw

Price: € 219 (single)
Weight: 488 g (set, w/o rotors)

Info: magura.com

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Inhaltsübersicht
  1. Intro
  2. Best in Test – MAGURA MT7
  3. Best Value – Shimano ZEE
  4. Formula Cura
  5. Hope Tech 3 V4
  6. MAGURA MT5
  7. MAGURA MT Trail Sport
  8. Shimano Deore
  9. Shimano SAINT
  10. Shimano XT M8000
  11. SRAM CODE RSC
  12. SRAM CODE R
  13. Trickstuff DIRETTISSIMA
  14. TRP G-Spec Quadiem
  15. TRP G-Spec Slate

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