Avid BB7 MTB Disc Brake

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Top Features:

  • Material: Aluminium
  • Finish: Graphite grey
  • Caliper Design: Mechanical, forged 2-piece
  • Rotor: Included, G2CS Clean Sweep 160mm, 185mm, 200mm options (mounting bolts included)
  • Pads: Sintered (included)
  • Adjustment: Dual knob pad adjustment, Tri-Align Caliper Positioning
  • Technology Highlight(s): Tri-Align Caliper Positioning System
  • Weight: 329g (160mm rotor; front post mount)

Product Data

  • Brake Type: Cable Disc Brake
  • Commuter: Yes
  • Touring: Yes
  • MTB: Yes

Description

Inboard and outboard adjuster knobs, Tri-Align Caliper Positioning System, and integrated cable stop spring tension adjustment ensures that Avid's standard is everyone else’s goal.

Please Note: This product is a single disc brake caliper and brake rotor only, a brake lever is not included.

Returns

We will happily refund any item purchased on Wiggle if returned to us within 365 days; excluding Wiggle gift vouchers, nutrition and customised products, except when faulty.

Please note: Bikes and other bulky items cannot be returned using our local returns service (where applicable). Please contact us and we can arrange to collect these from you using our discounted courier rates. There is a fee for all collections, except for faulty products.

Returned goods must be unused and supplied with their original packaging, unless the goods are faulty. Wiggle will pay the return postage costs for any faulty items.
More information on Wiggle's return policy

Customer Reviews

Avid BB7 MTB Disc Brake is rated 5.0 out of 5 by 9.
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Simple mechanics These brakes are just the job for me. I can't think why I would change to hydraulic when these avid bb7s are available. Simple in operation and simple to maintain , oh and they make you stop!
Date published: 2020-09-12
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Still the best All my friends think i'm mad for using cable discs, but these have never let me down. Just installed on a third bike. Easy to set up. Easy to adjust. Good braking. If something breaks, easy to repair - even if travelling. (Unlike hydraulics...) Whatever the downsides, (and i'm sure there are ) i still think the pros outweigh them.
Date published: 2020-06-29
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Disc Brake This disc brake although states MTB I have used it on my Trek hybrid commuter bike to give it a new lease of life. This is the second one purchased used the previous one for a Marin hybrid, so knew it was suitable & good quality.
Date published: 2019-11-18
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Best brake in my book and I hate reading The best and easiest brake to set up and brake with. Screw hydraulics and I use cable if a brake works this well. Think just about all Avid stuff is good and use 3 of these and Avid V-brakes on all my seven bikes with there comfy 2 finger levers and strong this for about 20 years now.
Date published: 2018-09-19
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Q & A

I'm currently running a BB5 on my Specialized Trcross. Will this BB7 be a straight swap for my broken front brake please?

Asked by: End2EndG
The BB7 brakes should be a direct swap, however please ensure that you select the correct model, Road or MTB, based around your current brake lever set up.
Answered by: WiggleJoe
Date published: 2014-01-30

Is the rotor Center lock or 6 bolt?

Asked by: WhaCKo
This will be a standard 6 bolt fit
Answered by: WiggleHenry
Date published: 2013-10-23

how to fit to frame mounting

Is there still an adapter to allow this to replace a frame mounted caliper for rear fitting, as in photo below please?
Asked by: martinmonk
You should be able to swap the caliper and still you the mount that is already fitted to your bike.
Answered by: WiggleChris
Date published: 2017-06-29

BB7 adapter

What are the adapters for this caliper and does Wiggle sell them ?
Asked by: ccfcmojo
The brake mounts you will need can be found here: http://www.wiggle.co.uk/avid-ball-bearing-brake-mounting-bracket/
Answered by: Leftleg
Date published: 2013-10-23

Does it come with/need an IS front fork adaptor?

Asked by: Anonymous
The mount is not included with this caliper and would be required.
Answered by: WiggleKingL
Date published: 2016-07-13

Mount adapter for rear and fromt

Good day, it is little bit unclear on bundle content from description, do all the sizes come with mount adapters for rear and front, or only front as per description? Is there also option to add post to is mount for front/rear? If you add "related" section to the product description would be very helpful to purchase all needed components in one go.
Asked by: rumy
I can confirm that the caliper will come with the correct mount for the disc size. I hope this helps.
Answered by: WiggleRich
Date published: 2021-02-01

Can I swap my Tektro Novela with BB7s without changing any other components?

My MTB is a Trek 3.9 2011 with Tektro Novela mechanical disc brakes and Shimano EF50 levers
Asked by: PigFromSpace
Please contact us for further assistance: http://www.wiggle.co.uk/ContactUsForm
Answered by: WiggleKris
Date published: 2015-04-26

Dose it include the leavers

Dose this include the leavers?
Asked by: Scott1212
This is just the caliper that is supplied at the present time
Answered by: WiggleJordanS
Date published: 2017-06-28

Brake lever compatibility

I've go a Boardman 2010 comp hybrid with Avid FR-5 levers and AVID BB5 road disc brakes, will I be able to upgrade to AVID BB7 mountain disc brakes and still use the same levers or will I need to buy AVID BB7 road brakes? One of the reasons I'm checking is the AVID BB7 mountain generally seems cheaper than the road version.
Asked by: Redshock
I can confirm that the BB5 and BB7 levers and calipers should be cross-compatible without any issues.
Answered by: WiggleAndyE
Date published: 2014-06-25

What is the advantage of choosing a smaller disk size?

Is there any advantage to choosing a smaller disk size other than maybe a tiny weight saving? It seems to me it makes sense to get the biggest available (for the front wheel at least).
Asked by: Memascii
Having a smaller rotor allows you to have more controllable power.
Answered by: WiggleAlex
Date published: 2013-10-23
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