I own a full suspension Diamondback DBR X-Link mountain bike. I want to buy a disk breaking system for the b?
i don,t believe i would try that. the vibration could make the truck fall. check the u-joint in the front and back and make sure that big nut is tight behind the back u-joint. that nut holds the pinion gear and check the grease in the rear end. you might need a tube of limited slip additive.
Yes you can do that. Just be careful.
From what I can find, the X Link was only made in 2000. It seems that it has the proper caliper mounts on the fork but can't tell whether it has rear mounts. It certainly doesn't have the correct hubs, so it will easily cost you close to what the bike cost new to have discs retrofitted. So, I suggest that you price out a full disc BRAKE system including wheels and the labor to put it all together and compare it to buying a new, comparable bike. My guess it will be very close to the same. If you just want to swap BRAKES because you think it'll be cool, forget it. The linear pull brakes on the bike are of good quality and will be excellent for anything but the hardest riding. If you insist on swapping BRAKES, just replace the front. This is where 70% of your braking should occur anyway and if it doesn't perhaps you should improve your technique before moving to discs. I know this sounds a bit harsh but it isn't meant to be.
First of all make sure your bike is compatible with a disc break system. Next be certain that this upgrade will run you a minimum of $300 regardless of the kind you purchase and if you cant put it on yourself then add another $50 or more to that. Bikes that come with disc brakes new are priced well to sell for what you get even if you get a cheaper component group. Especially hybrids and mtn bikes that are lower end and so equipped. Do not price this upgrade into the clouds and over what you paid for the bike, eg: Avid juicy ultimate. MSRP $700 fr. Keep it down to Hayes or tektro to start. Your bike probably cost about $700 or so, Is it really worth it? your breaks that you have now are sufficient for what you have. Go get some better pads first! those avid bb7s' are priced for each not $50 for the pair and they dont come w/ levers either most brake prices you see are for each brake not for the pair!
