BRAKETECH ROTORS

BrakeTech is the industry leader in motorcycle brake rotor technology. BrakeTech rotors offer superior braking performance by integrating their patented Axis rotor design with cutting-edge materials such as Ceramic Matrix Composites and high-grade Ductile Iron. Finally...a race-spec brake rotor that is usable on the street!

BrakeTech Axis Design Rotors are the result of 2 years of development and have several unique features. The Direct-Link Load Transfer system utilizes non-load bearing floater buttons (they only control float) - this improves load transfer by 600% and reduces rotor wear exponentially. All-new CNC hole patterns maximize cooling and reduce heat-induced distortion. Axis Design carriers are CNC-machined (not stamped) from US Alcoa or Kaiser aircraft grade aluminum and then hard-anodized (Military Spec Type III). All Axis Design rotors use Deep Cycle Cryogenic Processing. A true, flat shape is created in a liquid nitrogen vapor (-300F). The cold temperature creates a "memory" that allows the rotor to retain it's core shape under thermal stress, resulting in reduced distortion and wear. Left: BrakeTech Ceramic Matrix Composite (CMC) Rotor on a BST Carbon Fiber wheel, paired with Brembo Monobloc Calipers, custom anodized spacers & bottons and Ohlins Superbike Forks.

Why Axis Ceramic Matrix Composite Rotors by BrakeTech are Superior to Carbon/Carbon Rotors

Axis Ceramic Matrix Composite - Ceramic Matrix Composite (CMC) rotors are the latest evolution in rotor technology, utilizing production techniques and materials from the B-2 Stealth Bomber. CMC is a carbon-reinforced silicon carbide that is 10 times tougher than traditional ceramics. BrakeTech's CMC rotors are superior to Carbon/Carbon rotors in every way: 65% lighter than OEM, longer lifespan with less distortion and wear, not heat sensitive with better wet weather performance, less expensive and faster to produce. The net result is a brake rotor that is better than MotoGP technology yet usable on the street (ie. non-race conditions).

• They use BrakeTech's unique Axis design that result in better performance and durability.
• They are not heat-sensitive and are 100% functional for regular street riding.
• They do not absorb moisture like Carbon/Carbon which means superior wet weather performance.
• They don't suffer from heat-induced oxidation that causes accelerated wear and weakness.
• They are less expensive than Carbon/Carbon.
• They can be manufactured in weeks instead of months.
• They offer great feel and feedback at the lever.
• They are 65% lighter than stock. For example, a pair of CMC front rotors for a 2004 Yamaha R1 weigh only 2 lbs 2.4 oz (976 grams). That's 4lbs 3.6 oz (1.9 kg) lighter than OEM rotors! Drag racers rejoice!

Why Axis Cast Iron rotors by BrakeTech are Superior to Traditional Cast Iron Rotors and Stainless Steel Rotors

Axis Cast Iron Rotors - BrakeTech Cast Iron Rotors are CNC-machined from continous-cast, high tensile ductile iron, eliminating problems with traditional iron rotors such as porosity and impurity. Ductile Iron rotors are twice as strong as traditional Gray Iron rotors. Cast Iron rotors are have a higher coefficient of friction which provides superior feel and performance over stainless steel rotors.

• They use BrakeTech's unique Axis design that result in better performance and durability.
• They have a higher coefficient of friction that allows for greater stopping power and feel over stainless steel.
• They use continuous-cast, high tensile ductile iron instead of traditional gray iron which eliminates porosity and impurities.
• They are twice as strong as traditional gray iron rotors.

Why Axis/Cobra Stainless Steel Petal-style (Wave) Rotors by BrakeTech are Superior to Stainless Steel Wave Rotors

Axis/Cobra Stainless Steel Petal-Style (Wave) Rotors - For traditional motorcyclists, BrakeTech offers petal-style rotors made from premium heat-treated 420 stainless steel. These rotors feature a petal-design that avoid problems associated with conventional Wave rotor designs and meet SuperStock racing requirements. Traditional Wave Rotor designs may look attractive but the exaggerated cuts and grooves in the rotor encourage pad deflection in unsupported areas of the rotor, resulting in unwanted vibrations and increased wear in the rotor and the brake pad.

• They use BrakeTech's unique Axis design that result in better performance and durability.
• They use only premium heat-treated 420 stainless steel.
• They utilize an Optimized Petal design retains the "Wave" look but does not compromise brake pad functionality.
• They meet SuperStock racing requirements.