How do I upgrade my Disc Brake rotors from 160mm to 203mm?
I have a 2009 Kona Stinky Six free ride machine. My front end has Marzocchi 55-RS forks with a 20mm thru axle mated to an over sized FSA 1.5″ headset . I currently have the stock Hayes Hydraulic Stroker Ryde V7 brakes with 160mm (6 inch) rotors. I bought this bicycle because I have been looking for a bike that doesn’t fall apart and get wobbly wheels while I’m riding on flat pavement. It’s like that due to the fact that I’m 6’4″ 340 lbs. This bike is perfect for me except for one thing: If I go down a steep hill the brakes hardly work at all. Riding on the same hill, other people on my bike stop on a dime. We got some steep and long hills around here and I’m heavy.. 160mm/6″ rotors aren’t even close to stopping me in time.How do I upgrade from 160mm to 203mm rotors? Where can I purchase the rotors? Where can I purchase the upgrade components? I would like to keep my stock brake calipers, if I can. I appreciate the help, thanks for reading. Scott Harriger, Pacific Grove, CA.
Hi Scott, I rode on 160mm rotors before I upgraded to 180. But at 295 pounds, they just weren’t stopping me so I upgraded to 203mm. BIG improvement and my pads last longer now too. I recommend front and rear 203mm rotors for Your Size and the steep long hills in your area. You need a six inch to eight inch Post Mount adapter and a 203mm rotor. You can buy them separately, or together as a set for $50 here:
http://www.perfectbrakes.com/mtb-discs.asp
You can also go to your LBS and ask them to order you a 6″ to 8″ PM adapter and a 203mm/8″ rotor. You can keep your stock brake calipers and just mount the adapter and rotor when they come in. Real easy. Just make sure the brakes are lined up around the rotor so you get good braking. Hope this helps. Brian
Eurobike 2009 – Hayes Stroker Trail brakes 2010
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HAYES STROKER RYDE, TRAIL, CARBON INTERNAL KIT $29.81 |
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HAYES SEMI METALLIC STROKER TRAIL/GRAM/CARBON PADS $19.00 |
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Aztec Sintered disc brake pads for Hayes Stroker Trail $26.68 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail Brake Front White $50.00 |
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Hayes Stroker Gram Disc Brakes $125.00 |
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24pcs Hayes Disc Brake Titanium/Ti Bolts less 34g – Stroker, HFX-9 – Gold Color $46.00 |
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Jagwire HyFlow Quick-Fit Hayes Prime Expert, Prime Pro, Stroker Trail, Stroker C $17.78 |
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Hayes Stroker Ryde Comp Disc Brake Rear White 1300 mm $33.99 |
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Hayes Stroker ACE brakes FRONT & REAR –Cheap 4 pot brakes Great power—– $180.73 |
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4pcs Titanium / Ti Bolts for Hayes Disc Brake Lever – Stroker, EL, HFX-9 $12.50 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail Disc Brake System White Front 900mm hose Rear 1600mm hose $199.99 |
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Hayes STROKER – PLASTIC PAD SPACER ALSO FITS G2 CALIPER $10.61 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail/Carbon Nose Cone $3.38 |
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HB Stroker Ryde, Trail, Carbon Master Cylinder Bleed Fitting $4.50 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail/Carbon Caliper Banjo Bolt $4.50 |
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Hayes HFX-9, Sole, El Camino, Stroker Compression Insert/Bushing, Bag/10 $14.85 |
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Hayes HFX-Mag, -9, El Camino, Stroker Caliper-Hose Connection Seal $3.38 |
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Fours Pairs Kevlar Hayes Stroker Ryde Disc Brake Pads, 8 pads and 4 springs $32.99 |
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One Pair Kevlar Hayes Stroker Ryde Mountain Bike Disc Brake Pads, 2 pads+ spring $11.99 |
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Hayes Stroker Ace Semi-Metallic Disc Brake Pads $16.23 |
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Jagwire Disc Brake Pads Hayes Stroker Ryde $16.07 |
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Hayes Stroker Ace Metallic Disc Brake Pads $21.10 |
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Hayes Stroker Ryde Brake Pad Retainer Pin Kit $7.31 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail/Carbon Disc Brake Pads $18.26 |
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Hayes Stroker Ryde Disc Brake Pads $15.02 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail/Carbon/Gram Semi-Metallic Disc Brake Pads $16.64 |
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Jagwire Red Zone Disc Brake Pads for Hayes Stroker Trail Carbon $31.94 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail/Carbon/Gram Aluminum Back Plate Disc Brake Pads $25.16 |
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Jagwire Extreme Disc Brake Pads for Hayes Stroker Ryde $31.94 |
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Hayes Stroker Ace Lever Clamp Band & Bolts $17.95 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail/Carbon Nose Cone $4.84 |
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Hayes HFX-Mag, -9, El Camino, Stroker Caliper-Hose Connection Seal $4.84 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail/Carbon Caliper Banjo Bolt $6.45 |
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Hayes Stroker Ace Lever Blade, Black $22.31 |
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Hayes Stroker Traill/Carbon/Gram, White Hose 1500mm $36.92 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail, Carbon Push Rod Kit $11.92 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail Rear Disc Brake System Gray w/1600mm hose $107.69 |
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Hayes Stroker Ace Front Disc Brake Caliper with Lever Black w/900mm hose $175.38 |
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HB Stroker Ryde, Trail, Carbon Bleed Port Plug, Bag/10 $10.38 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail Rear Disc Brake System White w/1600mm hose $107.69 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail & Carbon Brake Lever Pivot Pin Kit $8.46 |
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Hayes Stroker Ryde Brake Lever Pivot Pin Kit $8.46 |
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Hayes Stroker Ryde Front Disc Brake System Black w/900mm hose $80.00 |
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Hayes Stroker Ryde Push Rod Kit $11.92 |
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Hayes Stroker Hose Kit 160cm Front/Rear $36.92 |
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Hayes Stroker Ace Complete Caliper Assembly, No Pads $70.00 |
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Hayes Stroker Ryde Brake Lever Kit $21.15 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail Brake Lever Kit (Includes Reach Adjuster) $25.77 |
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Hayes HFX-9, Sole, El Camino, Stroker Compression Nut, Bag/10 $13.08 |
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Hayes HFX-9, Sole, El Camino, Stroker Compression Insert/Bushing, Bag/10 $12.69 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail Cmplete Caliper Assembly, White $60.58 |
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Hayes Stroker Gram Front Disc Brake System White w/900mm hose $230.77 |
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Hayes Stroker Gram Rear Disc Brake System White w/1600mm hose $230.77 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail Front Disc Brake System White w/900mm hose $107.69 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail Front Disc Brake System Gray w/900mm hose $107.69 |
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Hayes Stroker Ace Rear Disc Brake System Black w/1600mm hose $175.38 |
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EXPRESS DELIVERY: HAYES Stroker Trail Disc Brake (F&R, Black, FULL SET) $199.95 |
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JB Sintered Disc Brake Pads For Hayes Stroker $24.30 |
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Hayes Stroker Gram Rear Disc Brake System White w/1600mm hose $229.50 |
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Hayes Stroker Gram Front Disc Brake System White w/900mm hose $229.50 |
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Hayes Stroker Ace Metallic Disc Brake Pads $22.23 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail Rear Disc Brake System White w/1600mm hose $107.10 |
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HB Stroker Ryde Handlebar Clamp Kit (Includes Bolts) $9.90 |
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HB Stroker Trail Handlebar Clamp Kit; White (Includes Bolts) $11.34 |
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JB Semi Metallic Disc Brake Pads For Hayes Stroker $14.58 |
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Hayes Stroker Ryde Brake Pad Retainer Pin Kit $8.10 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail/Carbon Disc Brake Pads $19.24 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail Brake Lever Kit (Includes Reach Adjuster) $28.65 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail/Carbon/Gram Aluminum Back Plate Disc Brake Pads $26.51 |
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Hayes Stroker Ace Semi-Metallic Disc Brake Pads $18.00 |
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Jagwire Extreme Disc Brake Pads for Hayes Stroker Ryde $17.82 |
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Hayes Stroker Ace Front Disc Brake Caliper with Lever Black w/900mm hose $174.42 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail Front Disc Brake System Gray w/900mm hose $107.10 |
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Hayes Stroker Ryde Push Rod Kit $13.95 |
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HB Stroker Trail Handlebar Clamp Kit; Gray (Includes Bolts) $11.34 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail Rear Disc Brake System Gray w/1600mm hose $107.10 |
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Hayes Stroker Ace Complete Caliper Assembly, No Pads $86.00 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail & Carbon Brake Lever Pivot Pin Kit $9.90 |
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Hayes Stroker Ryde Brake Lever Kit $23.52 |
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JB Semi Metallic Disc Brake Pads For Hayes Stroker Ryde $14.58 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail/Carbon Caliper Rebuild Kit $20.52 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail Cmplete Caliper Assembly, White $67.34 |
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Jagwire HyFlow Quick-Fit Hayes Stroker Ryde $17.78 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail/Carbon/Gram Semi-Metallic Disc Brake Pads $17.53 |
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Hayes Stroker Hose Kit 160cm Front/Rear $36.72 |
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Jagwire Red Zone Disc Brake Pads for Hayes Stroker Trail Carbon $17.82 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail Front Disc Brake System White w/900mm hose $107.10 |
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Hayes Stroker Trail, Carbon Push Rod Kit $13.95 |
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Hayes Stroker Ace Rear Disc Brake System Black w/1600mm hose $174.42 |
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Hayes Stroker Traill/Carbon/Gram, White Hose 1500mm $36.72 |
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Hayes Stroker Ryde Front Disc Brake System Black w/900mm hose $98.28 |
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Hayes HFX-9, Sole, El Camino, Stroker Compression Nut, Bag/10 $15.30 |
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Hayes Stroker Ryde Caliper Rebuild Kit $20.52 |
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Hayes Stroker Ryde Brake Lever Kit $24.99 |
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Hayes Stroker Ryde Caliper Rebuild Kit $21.99 |
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Hayes Stroker Ace Lever Blade, Black $25.99 |
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Hayes Stroker Ryde Brake Lever Pivot Pin Kit $9.90 |
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