{"product_id":"galfer-shark-disc-rotor-6-bolt-180mm-203mm-223mm","title":"Galfer Shark Disc Rotor – 6 Bolt (180mm \/ 203mm \/ 223mm)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"355\"\u003eThe Galfer Shark Disc Rotor is built for riders who demand maximum braking consistency when riding hard—whether that’s steep natural terrain, bike park laps, alpine descents, or full-power eMTB riding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"771\"\u003eDeveloped through extensive R\u0026amp;D and tested at World Cup level, the Shark Rotor is designed specifically for \u003cstrong data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"496\"\u003eEnduro, Downhill, and E-MTB\u003c\/strong\u003e use where heat management becomes the difference between confidence and brake fade. Galfer’s patented \u003cstrong data-start=\"599\" data-end=\"620\"\u003eShark fin profile\u003c\/strong\u003e increases airflow and cooling, helping the rotor maintain stable braking performance under repeated heavy loads. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003eThe rotor uses a \u003cstrong data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"815\"\u003e1-piece finned design\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"852\"\u003e2.0mm thick braking track\u003c\/strong\u003e (180 \/ 203 \/ 223mm sizes), increasing rotor mass and thermal stability compared to standard thinner rotors. This improves modulation, gives a sharper and more consistent bite point, and reduces fade on long descents—especially important on heavier eMTBs where braking loads are significantly higher. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003eConstructed from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003ehigh carbon stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, laser cut for precision, and rated for temperatures up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003e800°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Shark Rotor is built to handle proper gravity riding rather than just occasional trail use. It is also fully compatible with major braking systems including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003eShimano Saint \/ XT \/ XTR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003eSRAM Maven \/ Code \/ Guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003eHope Tech 4 V4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003eTRP EVO Pro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003eMagura MT5 \/ MT7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003e…and uses a standard \u003cstrong data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003e6-bolt mounting interface\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003eAvailable in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1723\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003e180mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003e203mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1723\"\u003e223mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003eThis is one of those upgrades riders feel immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1784\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"2719\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"1906\"\u003ePatented Shark fin design for superior cooling and airflow \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"2018\"\u003eIncreased rotor mass for improved thermal stability and braking power \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2019\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003eExcellent modulation with sharp, consistent bite \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2200\"\u003eOutstanding heat dissipation under extreme loads \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2201\" data-end=\"2294\"\u003eReduces brake fade on long descents and in eMTB use \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2332\"\u003e1-piece finned Shark rotor design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2377\"\u003eHigh carbon stainless steel construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2378\" data-end=\"2455\"\u003e2.0mm thickness (180 \/ 203 \/ 223mm) \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2456\" data-end=\"2538\"\u003eAvailable sizes: 180mm \/ 203mm \/ 223mm \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2539\" data-end=\"2568\"\u003e6-bolt mounting interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2569\" data-end=\"2640\"\u003eHeat resistance up to 800°C \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2641\" data-end=\"2719\"\u003eMade in Spain and World Cup tested \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2721\" data-end=\"2744\"\u003eApproximate Weights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2745\" data-end=\"2833\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2745\" data-end=\"2761\"\u003e180mm – 142g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2762\" data-end=\"2778\"\u003e203mm – 172g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2779\" data-end=\"2833\"\u003e223mm – 210g \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2835\" data-end=\"2838\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2840\" data-end=\"2874\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2843\" data-end=\"2872\"\u003eTorque Collective Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2875\" data-end=\"2970\"\u003eThis is the rotor we’d choose over standard Shimano rotors for premium gravity and eMTB builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2972\" data-end=\"2999\"\u003eA lot of riders upgrade to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3000\" data-end=\"3047\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3000\" data-end=\"3009\"\u003eSaint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3010\" data-end=\"3019\"\u003eMaven\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3020\" data-end=\"3035\"\u003eTRP EVO Pro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3036\" data-end=\"3047\"\u003eHope V4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3049\" data-end=\"3081\"\u003e…but leave weak rotors in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3083\" data-end=\"3106\"\u003eThat limits everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3108\" data-end=\"3140\"\u003eThe Shark Rotor matters because:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3141\" data-end=\"3332\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3141\" data-end=\"3182\"\u003emore rotor mass = better heat control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3183\" data-end=\"3230\"\u003ebetter cooling = more consistent lever feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3231\" data-end=\"3273\"\u003estronger bite = more confident braking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3274\" data-end=\"3332\"\u003eproper gravity design = less fade when it matters most\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3334\" data-end=\"3392\"\u003eOn full-power eMTBs especially, this becomes obvious fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3394\" data-end=\"3408\"\u003eFor riders on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3409\" data-end=\"3491\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3409\" data-end=\"3423\"\u003eOrbea Wild\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3424\" data-end=\"3443\"\u003eNorco Range VLT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3444\" data-end=\"3457\"\u003eTrek Rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3458\" data-end=\"3478\"\u003eSpecialized Levo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3479\" data-end=\"3491\"\u003eYT Decoy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3493\" data-end=\"3542\"\u003e…this is a real upgrade, not just a cosmetic one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3544\" data-end=\"3632\"\u003eAnd visually—they look properly premium, which absolutely helps sales on the shop floor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torque Collective","offers":[{"title":"180MM x 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