Even CHEAPER Shimano Deore Brakes??? - MT500 vs M6000 vs M6100 Brakes

The cheaper #Shimano #Deore #MT500 brakes...should you keep them or replace right away? Let's take a look.

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Shimano B01S Resin Disc Brake Pads for MT500 -
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Videos I was referring to:

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⌚ Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:26 The brakes for 2021 bikes?
0:56 Deore brake Levers
1:34 Deore Lever details
2:43 BH90 vs BH59 Brake Hoses
3:38 Deore Calipers compared
4:49 Brake pads compatibility
5:53 Weight
6:09 Conclusions

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[esdubya]

Hi mate for J-kit 3:33 J-Kit which means they are fully bled in the factory and the brake line is disconnected at the lever end to allow for easier installation on frames with internal routing.

[richarde]

I have some MT500’s, and they stop this 210 pound guy quickly and efficiently! I have absolutely no problem with them.

[iffy_too]

I would like to see these put on a test rig to assess lever force/stopping power. Obviously feel at the lever is a big point too, but empirical data would be useful to consumers.

[allpet]

I got the MT500's 2½ years ago. Paired them with some SLX discs and after a short time changed to Nukeproof semi-metallic pads. Nice!!! :)

[JGC]

I'm in love with this brakes, I started using the mt500 when I switched to a new bike, and I fountd them more easy to dosify than Xt m785 which I had in my previous bike. The only thing I can complain about mt500, is the more difficult procedure of replacing pads. Maybe I'm not a hard user, I'm 73kg and Xco rider, but I can't complain about mt500.

[tristandesade]

I wish all product presentations/comparisons were more like this video. Also, I like very much that Norco XC toy.😉👍

[virkelie]

I always find helpful information even in your older videos.

[nicolapellegrino]

I use mt6100 on my Trek rail, nice brakes they improved once I swapped stock pads with vented metal ones, don't need much more brake power.

[AAXplosion]

I use the M6100 on my E-Bike with the Ice-Tech pads and rotors. No need to pay more for the XT. Braking power is just great and the price point is unbeatable.

[ThunderStruckMTB]

The best comparos on You Tube, and it's not even close! My MT520s are the best feeling Shimano brake I have ever used. No wondering bite point and nice modulation before the resin (my choice) pads punch you in the face with their power. I've had all levels of Shimano brakes over the last 9yrs, and these are simply the best regardless of money.

[TeamCykelhold]

Thanks, great content as always. I might get these if I ever build up a winter HT again.

[excaliburgz]

thanks so much sir! you help alot when it comes to distinguishing the difference of BH59 and 90. Im planning to combine a mt500 or deore lever with a BH59 cable from mt200

[sebsoud]

That's exactly the brakes which came with the Merida middle-range carbon frame mtb that I bought past june!
Yet they are ok for me; since I'm a low weight guy and it's an XC bike, I don't need super-strong brakes. When I'll have to replace the discs then I'll see if I find an upgrade at reasonnable price (these days, with the parts shortage due to covid and high sells of bikes, it's not the best moment!).

BTW, here is the explanation about what is J-Kit:

J-Kit
J-Kit is a simple hose connection system for hydraulic brakes on internally routed hoses so that you can install your brake quickly and easily. The brake hose does not come connected to the brake to facilitate the routing of the hose in the frame. The brake hose is already filled with oil in the J-Kit and sealed with a thin membrane. There is a small pin in the J-Kit brake lever that pierces this diaphragm during assembly to allow oil to flow.

[polishguywithhardtospellna]

If memory isn't playing up, I believe in mt-520 sets(which i have and mounted) the hose is newer and uses stainless inserts. Also i believe inserts are exact copies except the bore size, naturally brass has smaller bore to keep the insert equally strong. Bigger bore might have some importance with 4pot brakes. My suspicion is there might be internal differences in piston for how much oil is pushed in 4pot brake sets, but that's only my guess. Great material as always LoveMTB

[Csapi]

J-Kit is the preassambled, prebled versions of the Sihimano brakes.

[Perception_]

I purchased the M6100 brakes on Ebay on a listing that sold brand new items without the packaging. It was what it said it was so no problems there, but as suspected the hardware supplied was a bit random. For me who never have had Shimano brakes before I do not have any spare bolts, washers, snaprings etc. and I had no clue if the random selection of hardware would fullfill my needs to my setup. I ordered brackets to go with 180mm discs from IS mounts to PM, and I only discovered yesterday through some research that the hardware needed to mount the caliper to the bracket is different based on if the bracket is PM to PM or IS to PM. I just assumed it would be the same based on the rotor size, but I was wrong. I was already in the process of locating the right sized bolts etc for PM to PM and in this day and age I actually could not find any place who has got it all in stock. Thankfully I figured out eventually that I actually have the hardware I need so I don't need to source one tiny thing here, one there etc. Only thing missing now is actually the cup to screw on top of the master cylinder so I can remove any bubbles after the hoses are cut. I had to order a bleedkit last of everything because that was the only thing I knew the supplier would not run out of, so it does feel a bit cumbersome to have everything but that, but that's 2021 for you alright...

[chasejiannalone]

I could buy any brakes I want for my new frame coming. I still can’t shake my addiction to Saint brakes. Best brake without a single thing to think about after 100’s of rides. I am going to 223x 2mm Galfer rotors though.

[martinmbae]

Thanks friend. I'm currently building a bike for a friend and was thinking of getting the mt400 brakes since he's not an aggressive rider and would be riding gravel roads mostly. I like the look and feel of the Deore but I don't think they will be necessary for his riding style so we can save money there and get something that would be of more use to him like a really good saddle

[pawekazmierczak]

Great video as always, love your channel, please keep up great work.

[optasznik]

Really useful and detailed video. Thanks!