Originally Posted by
CEBEP
Thanks. I’ll change a disk to centerlock model as there are more choices. Could you advise what Sahimano brake code for hydraulic brakes? I know there are Deore but don’t know exact model code. Also front brake disk is 6 screws 160mm, right?
Also will it make any sense to change the chain to Shimano XTR 10?
My brakes are Deore BL-T6000, but the bike is 4 years old. You might have a different model. Front disk is 6 bolt 160 mm, yes. Jipe has a good point: The front disk must be a simple flat one piece design like the original. It should be mounted in the correct rotation direction, with the logo facing inwards/left.
Since you're switching to a bigger cassette, the original chain may be a little too short, so it might be wise to have another 10-speed chain ready.
(I agree with Jipe that 52/11 is a short high gear. I get something like 33 km/h at 80 cadence with a calculator, vs. 40 km/h with the original 52/9. If I wanted a cassette solution I probably would have gone for an XD(R) hub and a 9t or 10t cassette. But I prefer the Alfine. Anyway, your call of course.)