{"product_id":"lifetime-warranty-160mm-disc-brake-rotor-stainless-steel-bike-disc-brake-rotor-with-6-bolts-fit-for-road-bike-mountain-bike-mtb-bmx","title":"[Lifetime Warranty] 160mm Disc Brake Rotor Stainless Steel Bike Disc Brake Rotor with 6 Bolts - Fit for Road Bike Mountain Bike MTB BMX","description":"\u003ch2\u003e160mm Stainless Steel Disc Brake Rotor (6-Bolt)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Grade SUS410 Stainless Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufactured from premium heat-treated stainless steel for excellent anti-corrosion properties and high-strength durability under heavy braking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Heat Dissipation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a specialized \"skeleton\" or ventilated pattern that increases surface area to quickly dissipate heat, preventing \"brake fade\" on long descents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal 6-Bolt Mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered with a standard 44mm bolt circle diameter (BCD), making it compatible with the vast majority of mountain bike and road bike disc hubs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Ground Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e The friction surface is double-sided ground to a mirror-like finish to ensure immediate pad engagement, reduced noise, and a shorter \"bed-in\" period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight Wave Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e The outer wave edge helps shed mud, water, and debris quickly while reducing the overall rotating mass of the wheel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eReplaces \/ Cross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard 160mm 6-Bolt Rotor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSM-RT56 \/ SM-RT26 Equivalent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTektro \/ Avid 160mm Replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eISO 6-Hole Disc Brake Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rotor is a universal component compatible with most modern disc-brake-equipped bicycles. Key fitment details include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBicycle Types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mountain Bikes (MTB), Road Bikes, BMX, Gravel Bikes, and Electric Bikes (E-Bikes).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHub Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits all standard 6-bolt hubs. (Note: Not compatible with Shimano \"Centerlock\" hubs without an adapter).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrake Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with both Mechanical (cable) and Hydraulic disc brake calipers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePad Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works with Resin (Organic), Semi-Metallic, and Sintered (Metal) brake pads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Thickness Reached:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most rotors have a \"Min. TH\" (often 1.5mm) stamped on them. If the rotor is thinner than this, it is at risk of structural failure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarping or Wobble:\u003c\/strong\u003e The rotor is physically bent and rubs against the brake pads during every wheel rotation, causing a \"pinging\" sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep Scoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Visible deep grooves or \"lips\" on the friction surface caused by worn-out brake pads (metal-on-metal contact).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiscoloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dark purple or blue \"burnt\" tint on the metal, indicating the rotor has been severely overheated and has lost its tempering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePersistent Squealing:\u003c\/strong\u003e If cleaning the rotor with alcohol doesn't stop the noise, the metal may be glazed or contaminated with oil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean the Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Before installation, wipe the entire rotor with 70% or higher Isopropyl Alcohol to remove the factory protective oil film. Do not touch the friction surface with bare fingers after cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt Tightening Pattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e To prevent warping, tighten the 6 bolts in a \"star\" pattern (1-4-2-5-3-6). Do not tighten them in a circular sequence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTorque Specs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most rotor bolts require a specific torque (typically 4–6 Nm). Over-tightening can strip the hub threads or snap the bolts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Locker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure the included bolts have pre-applied blue thread-locker (Loctite), or apply a small drop yourself to prevent the bolts from vibrating loose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBed-In Procedure:\u003c\/strong\u003e After installation, perform 10–15 controlled stops from moderate speed to \"marry\" the brake pad material to the rotor surface for maximum stopping power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BlueStarsParts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46495304614077,"sku":"AZ00785437","price":13.31,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2576\/7548\/files\/AZ00785437_1.jpg?v=1773213059","url":"https:\/\/bluestarsparts.com\/products\/lifetime-warranty-160mm-disc-brake-rotor-stainless-steel-bike-disc-brake-rotor-with-6-bolts-fit-for-road-bike-mountain-bike-mtb-bmx","provider":"BlueStars Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}