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MX901 Vs MX900 and MX1000

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Gnarlyscoots:
It all depends what bike it is going on and how, if anything, it will be used.

MX900's don't flex as much as a 1000 but sometimes a 900 's reach is too short so you need the 1000.

MX1000's were first released at the turn of the 80's so a progression from Dia Compe into different types of brakes was inevitable, although, the 1000 was a tried, tested and respected caliper used my lots of racers worldwide. Some were still using them into the late 80's.

The DC Nippon, although a great brake, does flex a lot as many riders of Haro's will know, was bought out in 1986 as a 'replacement' to the 900/1000. They also released the 880 and 901 in 1985 as an alternative to using the 900/1000. The 901 is a good solid brake but not as aesthetically appealing as the 900/1000.

It's entirely up to you what you fit and run and how era correct you want to be too. You wouldn't fit a 901 to a 1982 build as the brake was not available then but, if you like the brake and are riding the bike, then it's what works for you really buddy  :daumenhoch:

Orange777:
Thank you! I am trying to be a purist. On my 84 & 85 GT's I have the right year brakes. Ideally I would like an 86 900 or 1000, which show in the catalogue as existing in 86 for my TA - but everyone claiming to have stamped ones - they always seem to turn out wrong. I will look at the 880, although not sure it will reach. Worst case I would use 85 MX1000 which I have owned and sold like a moron!

My hunt continues - readers will be pleased to know I have nearly finished my builds so my dumb questions will stop! :)


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Gnarlyscoots:
They were probably available back in 1986 but would have been date stamped 1985, I would imagine.

I would personally only run an MX1000/900 on a TA as it seems to suit the bike the most, aesthetically that is, and a 1985 dated one is bang on for what you need  :daumenhoch:

What colour calliper are you looking for?

Orange777:
Any caliper colour mate as will get SBD on the case. The chrome needs to be mint though on the quick release. Gutted sold mine. I have 83 stamped 1000 and 900 combo - just not 85. The perils of being a purist moron! :)


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Julian347:
I think 901s suit the TA.

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