The difference between 6-BOLT & CENTERLOCK rotors | Wheelworks How TO

The two types of rotors 6-Bolt and Centerlock continue to confuse people. This quick video is designed to make you master of rotors never buy the wrong variant again!

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[jaycarneygiants]

I thought this video was going to explain the pros and cons of each style.

[cobaltpica]

i ran 6bolt option on my road bike with Shimano RT86 rotors. They are lighter than the DuraAce equivalent and i lightened them even further with titanium screws.

[adamhindle]

You could also mention that you can fit a 6-bolt rotor to a centrelock hub, if you use an adaptor. It adds a bit of weight but saves you buying a new rotor, or allows you to use your favourite 6-bolt rotor.

[Tuffjobs]

Do they use the same brakes, can I put a centrelock disk wheel on a bike that’s designed for 6 bolt?

[sunnuntaipyorailija]

Thanks, exactly the information I was looking for.

[andyjamestf]

May be a stupid question but if my bike has a six bolt disc wheel could I replace the wheels with a centre lock set without there being any problems?

[onilovni]

Appart from ease of install, are the Centerlock rotors any better than 6 bolts in terms of function. And I don't care about weight.

[GaLaxY-]

What's the difference between intern and extern rotors?

[nicolasdomise]

so simply explained, perfect for what i needed, cheers!

[somniumus]

The centerlocks apparently have a quite considerable play when fully installed. The teeth engage quite loosely so when amplified by the diameter of the wheel there's about 10mm back and forth play in the wheel. Super annoying to me. I wish I knew that. I have I9 torch hubs with shimano XT rotors.

[dferrerll]

whats the weight difference? whats heavier?

[billsomerset]

Can I use a center lock wheel on a bike that has 6 bolt rotors?

[keatonyulo]

what is the difference between center lock ring and internal lock ring? or are they the same?

[malloott]

Does a 6 bolt wheel fit on a bike that came with a centerlock wheel?

[ROSE-bysu]

Centerlock is more durable compared to 6 bolts I have seen 6 bolts heads getting destroyed also it is hard to strip off the lock of the centerlock. I recommend buying centerlock hub and buy adapter

[squiresuzuki]

If you do any touring/bikepacking, 6-bolt is better. It allows you to remove the rotor on the side of the road to replace a spoke (unless you have straight-pull spokes, then you're set).