Hayes HFX-9 Rear Brake OEM Packed

The disc brake is fairly well established in the world of bicycles now. However, there is more than one choice among the many brakes available. Among the many is the Hayes HFX-9. This Hayes model offers both front and rear options. The rear brake OEM packed is known to be easily installed it is also known to provide quality performance once it is in place.

The HFX-9 is made so that the left and right cylinders are identical. This makes installation and maintenance that much easier. Some early Hayes brakes used a single-piece master cylinder. This made it necessary to remove the grips in order to fit the cylinder. In the newer models a two-piece design has been introduced. The tool-free pad removal that Hayes uses will be a welcome feature.  

For installation sturdy scissors are usually adequate for trimming the hoses. You will also need to bleed the system and center the caliper. These are also made easier by the Hayes design features. Once the bolts are tightened and everything is ready you will be ready for the test ride. Be certain to follow the instructions carefully though. The brakes on your bicycle are among the most important safety features.

You will notice that the pad is an all-weather compound. The metallic pads are designed to provide quality braking from the moments they are broken in throughout a long life. That is a plus for many who prefer to have done with the maintenance for some time after installing new parts. Some riders find that they are impressed with the smoothness and control that they can achieve with hydraulic brakes.

These brakes are made to provide safe and responsive braking even with extended use. There is little worry about over-heating, so you can keep on riding through the day and into the cooler night. The entire system is rated at weighing approximately four hundred and thirty grams. Compare that with the weight of your current rear braking system to determine whether you are adding or losing weight. Compared to average weights this is not a heavy braking system though.

Prices for this piece of equipment were found at a wide range. At least one retailer had discontinued the product as well. As a result you may have to do a little more looking than you do for most parts. In most cases you can probably find this product for around fifty dollars and less than one hundred dollars.

Since this is a caliper system it is important to verify that your disc will function with the HFX-9. In some cases the disc that you have may be too large or too small. While it is often possible to use a range of disc sizes and designs with any particular caliper, it is a good idea to use equipment that is considered compatible according to the Hayes documentation. If you have specific questions contact Hayes prior to purchasing or installing the equipment in question.