Hope Tech Tech X2 Brake User Manual

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HOPE TECHNOLOGY (IPCO) LTD
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Barnoldswick, Lancashire
BB18 5UX, United Kingdom

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Usage chart :

DOWNHILL

FREERIDE

ALL MOUNTAIN

TRAIL

ENDURO

CROSS COUNTRY

XC RACE

TRIALS

N/A

ROAD

HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE SYSTEM

QUICK INSTALLATION

GUIDE

WARNING

· Don’t overestimate your technical capacities. This brake system must be

fitted by a competent cycle mechanic using the correct tools. Incorrect installa­tion could result in brake failure that could cause serious or fatal injuries.

· This brake system has been designed to be used only on two-wheel
vehicles with human propulsion. Any other application is not advisable and
could result in the failure of this product.

· Your brake system will generate heat during braking. Never touch either
the disc or caliper after long braking period as this could cause severe burns.

· Before each ride always check the brake for proper function, the brake pad
for wear and that there is no system damage resulting in fluid leaks.

· It’s common sense to also check that your wheel’s quick release systems are
securely installed and tightened.

· Your braking performance will improve in almost all conditions. Please take
time to become familiar with your new brake. Always ride within your own
ability.

· Brake pad contaminated with brake fluid, chain lubricant or unsuitable
bike cleaner will need replacing because the overall brake performance will be
greatly diminished.

· Please refer to the website videos and technical documents for more
information including servicing and maintenance - www.hopetech.com

· If you have any doubts or questions please contact your dealer or the
appropriate distributor for your country.

· If you decide to ignore these important safety warnings and instructions,
you are doing so at your own risk and Hope Technology cannot be held respon­sible for any consequences resulting of the misuse of the brake system.

TOOLS REQUIRED

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations, you have just acquired the highly versatile and powerful TECH X2
hydraulic disc brake system. From XC to All Mountain, this brake will perfectly suit
your riding style.
The TECH master cylinder has been designed to make your riding even more
enjoyable. The new cinematic will give a smooth and progressive feel. With the finger
reach and bite point adjustments, you can be sure the lever will feel comfortable to
use. It also features a split clamp for easy fitting, ambidextrous design and integrated
reservoir for easy bleeding.

The one piece X2 caliper is machined from a solid billet of aircraft spec aluminium.

The caliper is designed to offer power and stiffness. As the caliper is PostMount type,
depending on forks, frame and rotor size, an adaptor bracket may be required.
The rotors are available from Ø140mm to Ø183mm, for IS fittings but also the HOPE
Pro3 SP-XC3 and Pro3 SP-AM4 hubs.
Please bear in mind that this brake system hasn’t been designed to be used in harsh
alpine conditions.

BOX CONTENTS

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Once again, don’t overestimate your technical skills. If you are not familiar with
this sort of installation we advise that this brake system should be fitted by a
competent cycle mechanic.

. Torx T25 driver (if fitting 6 bolt rotor)
. 5mm Allen key
. 4mm Allen key
. 8mm spanner
. Flat blade screw driver

1. Brake system, fully bled

2. M6 x 18mm caliper bolts

3. Rotor (φ160mm, 6 bolt
shown)

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4

4. Disc bolts, M5 shown

5. Adaptor bracket
(if required)

6. M6 x 18mm adaptor
bracket bolts (if required)

INSTALLATION STEPS

1. ATTACHING THE DISC TO THE HUB

a) Attach the disc rotor to the hub using the

bolts provided with your disc type (6, 4 or 3 bolts)

b) Make sure that the laser marked arrow on
the disc is pointing in the same direction as the
forward wheel rotation.

c) Depending on the bolt type, using a Torx 25
driver or 5mm Allen key, tighten the disc bolts in a
cross pattern. Recommended tightening torque: 5
Nm for M5 bolts, 11Nm for M8 bolts.

Note: A mild thread lock adhesive could be
used on disc bolts to prevent them unscrewing.
Do not use permanent adhesive.

2. ATTACHING THE LEVER TO THE BARS

a) Attach the lever assembly to the handle­bars. When you are happy with the orientation
of the lever, tighten alternately the M5 clamp
bolts using a 4mm Allen key. Recommended
tightening torque: 5Nm.

b) Route the hose and caliper down to the
fork disc mount or along the frame to the rear
disc mount.

fig 2

4. CENTRALISE THE PADS OVER THE DISC

This step is very important and mustn’t be ignored.

Gently pump the lever in order to bring the pads closer to the disc. One pad might
enter in contact with the disc before the other. If this happens, hold the disc against
the pad that is already in contact with the disc to allow the other one to move.

For an optimised lever feel, both pads must enter in contact with the disc at the
same time and allow the same clearance (see arrows) when retracted. The disc should
not be flexing at any time.

fig 3

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pad

rotor

Avoid situations that could damage the brake hose and/or your bike frame
and components.

Note: In the first instance it is recommended that you install your brake as supplied
without disconnecting and routing the hose through frame guide (if present) or
attempting to shorten the hose.

3. ATTACHING THE CALIPER TO THE FORK OR FRAME
The X2 caliper is a postmount type. You will need to use an adaptor bracket to
fit it on IS (International Standard) brake mount and on some postmount
forks.

3.1 MOUNTING THE CALIPER ON POSTMOUNT TYPE MOUNTS

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Be careful not to get your
fingers caught in the disc when
following these steps.

Note : We do not recommend pumping the lever to push pads out to align caliper

at this point. See section 4 regarding the alignment of pistons.

3.2 MOUNTING THE CALIPER ON IS TYPE MOUNTS

On IS mount you will have to use an adaptor bracket to be able to fit the brake

caliper.

a) According to the rotor size and type of mounts, attach the suitable adaptor
bracket onto the brake tabs and tighten the two M6 bolts using a 5mm Allen key.
Recommended tightening torque 8Nm. Illustration fig 2.

b) Follow the same instructions as fitting the brake onto a postmount (see
previous section). Illustration fig 3.

Mainly on IS mounts, to ensure that the caliper
is properly aligned and to help avoid squealing or
bad lever feel - prior to fitting the brake, it is
important that the tabs of your fork or frame are
clear of any paint or burrs.

We recommend that you machine the tabs
using a suitable tool such as HOPE Spot Facing
Tool.

a) Before attaching the caliper ensure
that the brake pads are fully retracted in
the caliper. If not, gently push the piston
back using a plastic tyre lever or
something similar. Beware not to
damage the pads, take them off if

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necessary. Push on the left hand side

fig 1

pad backplate to push the right hand
side piston and vice versa.

b) Mount the wheel fitted with the
rotor, ensuring correct fitment in
dropouts.

c) Position the caliper on the mount
and slightly tighten the two M6 bolts.

d) At both front and rear of the
caliper, adjust its position so it is central
over the rotor (see arrows on fig 1) then
tighten the two M6 bolts using a 5mm
Allen key. Recommended tightening
torque 8Nm.

pad

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PERSONAL SETTINGS

The TECH lever allows two types of personal adjustment to fit all preferences.

a) The Bite Point adjustment : This will modify the free stroke of the lever blade
before the pads enter in contact with the disc. With your fingers, turn the bite point
adjuster knob clockwise to reduce the free stroke and anti-clockwise to increase the
free stroke.

b) Finger reach adjustment : This refers to the position of the lever blade relative
to the bars. After adjusting the bite point, you will need to set or re-set your lever
reach as it will change when adjusting the BPC.
With your fingers, turn the adjuster screw clockwise to increase the reach and anti­clockwise to reduce it.

Note: You may have to reproduce step a) and b) several times before reaching your
optimum setting.

Bite point adjuster knob

Reach adjuster knob

BREAK IN PERIOD

Before riding and before every ride, check the correct action of the brake and that

braking effort is applied as the lever is pulled.

To achieve the maximum braking performance, the new pads will need bedding

in. Please note that sintered pads take longer to bed in than organic pads.

To bed in the pads, ride a short distance whilst alternatively gently applying the
brake on and off without attempting to stop. This procedure will achieve good
braking performance but will reach its full potential after a few rides.

WARRANTY

All Hope Technology disc brake systems are covered for one year from original date
of purchase against manufacturer defects in material and workmanship. Proof of
purchase is required. Product must be returned to Hope Technology to process any
warranty claim.

This warranty does not cover any damage caused through mis-use or failing to
comply by the recommendations given in this manual.

This warranty does not affect your statutory rights.

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