About this item

• High-performance 203mm floating disc brake rotor featuring a durable laser-cut stainless steel braking surface for reliable stopping power in all conditions.
• Innovative two-piece design with a custom steel braking surface riveted to an lightweight aluminum carrier provides optimal thermal expansion compensation and self-centering capabilities, reducing brake drag during intense rides.
• Constructed with a standard 6-bolt IS mount, this rotor offers universal compatibility with a wide range of mountain and gravel bike hubs, ensuring versatile installation options.
• Engineered for superior heat dissipation and consistent braking performance, ideal for aggressive riding styles, downhill, and enduro cycling where durability and reliability are critical.
• Sleek black finish combines with minimal weight (146g for 180mm, 171g for 203mm) to enhance your bike's performance and look, making it perfect for riders seeking style, functionality, and advanced braking technology.

On long descents dropping thousands of vertical feet your brakes take a beating. In these conditions you quickly learn that not all rotors are created equal. Hope claims the Floating Disc Rotor resists warping even under severe heat from sustained braking. This is achieved using a floating design consisting of a CNC-machined aluminum carrier riveted to a laser-cut stainless steel outer rotor. When the outer rotor is subjected to serious heat it expands. By allowing it to float separately from the center carrier the rotor can expand and shrink at will without stressing the carrier, preventing permanent deformation. The rotors come in five anodized color options, making them the perfect complement to your Hope brakes. Hope says they can be used with other brake brands, but you must check the clearance with your caliper once everything is installed, as the rivets sit about 1mm above the braking surface and you don't want them contacting your brake pads. Depending on your frame and fork mounting style as well as your desired rotor size, you may need a Hope disc brake adapter to correctly space your caliper.