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10-04-15 | 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by barkersoldbean

I came across this thread - I am wanting to replace bb7 callipers with Spyre callipers to improve braking on a 200mm disc rotor (F&R) tandem (IBIS). Does anyone see a problem in doing a straight swap (i.e. I haven't bought them yet) with the usual fiddle on adjustments?

Thanks for any advice

you will need a different adapter bracket. the one used with a BB7 is too short due to the extra washers (CPS) that Avid uses to align their caliper. A standard sized bracket will be a few mm taller.

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