{"product_id":"sram-maven-ultimate-b1-brake-set-mtb-emtb-gravity","title":"SRAM Maven Ultimate B1 Brake Set (MTB \/ eMTB Gravity)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"296\"\u003eThe SRAM Maven Ultimate B1 is built for one thing—maximum braking power with far better modulation than traditional “power-first” gravity brakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"700\"\u003eDesigned for modern enduro, downhill, and aggressive eMTB riding, Maven sits above Code in SRAM’s lineup and delivers significantly more outright power, stronger heat management, and greater tuning range through rotor size and pad choice. SRAM positions Maven as the benchmark of braking power for modern riders, with the Ultimate version being the flagship model. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003eAt the centre of the system is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"785\"\u003estiff 4-piston caliper using four 18mm pistons\u003c\/strong\u003e, paired with a redesigned \u003cstrong data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"841\"\u003eB1 SwingLink architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e. This updated lever cam reduces initial breakaway force and smooths power delivery, creating lighter engagement, better modulation, and less of the “on\/off” feeling some riders found in earlier high-power SRAM brakes. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003eThe caliper uses a rigid 4-bolt construction for exceptional heat management and consistency on long descents. That matters massively on eMTBs, where heavier bikes and sustained braking loads quickly expose weaker systems. The last corner should feel like the first—and that is exactly what Maven is designed to do. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1510\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003eUltimate\u003c\/strong\u003e version adds premium finishing touches:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1677\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003ecarbon lever blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003etitanium caliper hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1594\"\u003emachined caliper detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003ecartridge bearing lever pivot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1677\"\u003etool-free reach and contact point adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1806\"\u003eThis is not just a powerful brake—it is a fully tuneable high-end system built for riders who push hard and want total control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1832\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1832\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"2845\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1951\"\u003e4-piston hydraulic caliper with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003e4 x 18mm pistons\u003c\/strong\u003e for best-in-class power \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003eRe-designed \u003cstrong data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003eB1 SwingLink\u003c\/strong\u003e for smoother power delivery and lighter lever feel \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2176\"\u003eCarbon lever blade for reduced weight and premium lever feel \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2274\"\u003eTitanium hardware for weight savings and premium finish \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2275\" data-end=\"2301\"\u003eTool-free Reach Adjust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2302\" data-end=\"2374\"\u003eTool-free Contact Point Adjust \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2375\" data-end=\"2475\"\u003eStealth lever architecture for cleaner cockpit integration \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2476\" data-end=\"2578\"\u003eMineral oil system using \u003cstrong data-start=\"2503\" data-end=\"2536\"\u003eMaxima Mineral Brake Oil only\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2601\"\u003ePost Mount caliper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2676\"\u003eMatchMaker compatible mounting \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2677\" data-end=\"2758\"\u003eFront hose: 950mm \/ Rear hose: 2000mm \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2759\" data-end=\"2845\"\u003eClaimed weight: approx. \u003cstrong data-start=\"2785\" data-end=\"2803\"\u003e363g per brake\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2852\" data-end=\"2886\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2855\" data-end=\"2884\"\u003eTorque Collective Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2887\" data-end=\"2943\"\u003eThis is SRAM’s real answer to Saint-level braking power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2945\" data-end=\"3121\"\u003eOlder SRAM Codes were good—but if you were a heavier rider, an aggressive eMTB rider, or regularly riding steep terrain, many riders still ended up wanting more outright brake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3123\" data-end=\"3140\"\u003eMaven fixes that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3142\" data-end=\"3198\"\u003eBut the clever part is this:\u003cbr data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3173\"\u003eit isn’t just more power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3200\" data-end=\"3220\"\u003eThe B1 update gives:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3304\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3251\"\u003elighter initial lever feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3252\" data-end=\"3275\"\u003esmoother modulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3276\" data-end=\"3304\"\u003eeasier braking precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3306\" data-end=\"3406\"\u003eThat makes a huge difference because massive power is useless if it feels wooden or hard to control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3408\" data-end=\"3434\"\u003eCompared to Shimano Saint:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3436\" data-end=\"3550\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3436\" data-end=\"3482\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3447\"\u003eSaint\u003c\/strong\u003e = instant bite, aggressive power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3483\" data-end=\"3550\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3485\" data-end=\"3503\"\u003eMaven Ultimate\u003c\/strong\u003e = huge power with more tuning and modulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3552\" data-end=\"3579\"\u003eCompared to Hope Tech 4 V4:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3581\" data-end=\"3672\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3581\" data-end=\"3615\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3583\" data-end=\"3591\"\u003eHope\u003c\/strong\u003e = feel and refinement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3616\" data-end=\"3672\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3618\" data-end=\"3627\"\u003eMaven\u003c\/strong\u003e = outright power with modern adjustability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3674\" data-end=\"3784\"\u003eFor heavy eMTBs, alpine riding, and steep technical terrain—this is one of the strongest brake sets available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3791\" data-end=\"3810\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3794\" data-end=\"3810\"\u003eFit \u0026amp; Sizing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3811\" data-end=\"4045\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3811\" data-end=\"3844\"\u003eFront and rear sets available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3845\" data-end=\"3866\"\u003eFront hose: 950mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3867\" data-end=\"3928\"\u003eRear hose: 2000mm \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3929\" data-end=\"3951\"\u003ePost Mount caliper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3952\" data-end=\"3977\"\u003eMatchMaker compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3978\" data-end=\"4045\"\u003eDesigned for use with:\n\u003cul data-start=\"4005\" data-end=\"4045\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4005\" data-end=\"4014\"\u003e180mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4017\" data-end=\"4026\"\u003e200mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4029\" data-end=\"4045\"\u003e220mm rotors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4047\" data-end=\"4085\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4047\" data-end=\"4068\"\u003eGeneral guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor eMTB 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