SRAM Reveals New Motive, Maven Base, DB4, and DB6 Brakes

SRAM releases the Motive series of brakes, along with an affordable Maven Base, and new DB4 and DB8 brakes. The Motive will replace both the Code and the Level series of brakes in SRAM's lineup. Designed to meet the demands of World Cup XC racing and trail riding, think of the Motive and Maven as the current equivalent to the power hierarchy of the Guide and Code of yesteryear. The Maven Base is the most affordable brake in the Maven series, foregoing some of the features of the Maven Bronze, like SwingLink, and sporting dual 18mm pistons. The DB4 and DB6 use the same caliper architecture as the DB8 but with a redesigned lever. Based off a mineral oil design and a left-right specific lever, the DB4 omits MMX compatibility in favour of creating a more budget friendly package. I suspect we will see more of these at the OEM level come next year.

Press Release from SRAM Below:

SRAM Motive

Motive is the brake that delivers the perfect combination of light weight and serious power. Light enough for hard charging XC. Powerful enough for aggressive trail.

Motive Ultimate

Born from the legacy of two of the winningest brakes of all-time, SRAM Motive Ultimate matches the capabilities of modern XC-race and trail bikes. Modern stealth aesthetics pair with wireless superbikes, while titanium hardware, a signature carbon lever, and a slick finish put Ultimate on top.

• Stealth body designed to complement AXS cockpits
• Heavy-duty power in a modern XC package, for today’s races
• Tool-free reach adjust for easy customization
• Titanium hardware and carbon lever blade with bearing pivot
• Ultimate worthy Blasted Clear anodized finish with polished machined edges
• Designed for use with Maxima Mineral Oil only
• Designed for use with SRAM Mineral Oil Bleed Kit only
• Caliper features Bleeding Edge bleed port for drip-free maintenance
• Price: 550 USD (Pair)

Motive Silver

SRAM Motive Silver matches the capabilities of XC-race and trail bikes, featuring modern stealth aesthetics and a bold polished black finish.

• Stealth body designed to complement AXS cockpits
• Heavy-duty power in a modern XC package, for today’s races
• Tool-free reach adjust for easy customization
• Polished Black anodized finish
• Alloy lever blade with bearing pivot
• Designed for use with Maxima Mineral Oil only
• Designed for use with SRAM Mineral Oil Bleed Kit only
• Caliper features Bleeding Edge bleed port for drip-free maintenance
• Price: 450 USD (Pair)

Motive Bronze

With a Blasted Black anodized finish and modern stealth aesthetics, Motive Bronze is ready to pair with start line ready superbikes.      

• Stealth body designed to complement AXS cockpits
• Heavy-duty power in a modern XC package, for today’s races
• Tool-free reach adjust for easy customization
• Blasted Black anodized finish
• Alloy lever blade
• Designed for use with Maxima Mineral Oil only
• Designed for use with SRAM Mineral Oil Bleed Kit only
• Caliper features Bleeding Edge bleed port for drip-free maintenance
• Price: 350 USD (Pair)

SRAM Maven Base

SRAM Maven Base

Maven Base’s lever body houses Directlink, which translates rider input for a smooth application of power. And because of a stiff 4-bolt caliper that sheds an incredible amount of heat, that feel remains consistent. And with so much baseline power on hand, there is more range than ever before to tune the ride qualities to exactly how you want with different pad materials, and rotor sizes. Maven Base features a Blasted Black anodized finish, and for ease of customization includes tool-free reach adjust.

• Four 18mm pistons for extreme-duty power
• Stiff 4-piston caliper with best heat management and easier bolt access
• Organic pads come standard for the best modulation and the quietest ride
• Stealth lever architecture for a sleeker, more modern ride
• Tool-free lever reach adjust
• Mineral Oil for low maintenance and performance
• Designed for use with Maxima Mineral Brake Oil only
• Blasted Black anodized finish
• Caliper features Bleeding Edge bleed port for drip-free maintenance.
• Price: 370 USD (Pair)

SRAM DB4 and DB6

SRAM DB4

The low maintenance Mineral Oil system uses all new lever architecture which features easy adjust-ment access and ergonomic comfort. The right and left specific stealth lever body design brings the hose parallel to the bar, allowing for an organized cockpit that pairs perfectly with mechanical Eagle Transmission.

• Stealth lever architecture pairs perfectly with mechanical Eagle Transmission shifters
• Left and right specific levers feature tooled lever reach adjust
• Split ring clamp
• Code-like heavy-duty power
• Uses existing SRAM Large brake pads
• Designed for use with Maxima Mineral Oil only
• Designed for use with SRAM Mineral Oil Bleed Kit only
• Price: 150 USD (Pair)

SRAM DB6

Pairing heavy-duty power with a modern integrated cockpit, DB6 brakes lets you focus on the ride. The right and left specific stealth lever body design brings the hose parallel to the bar, allowing for an organized cockpit that pairs perfectly with mechanical Eagle Transmission. Consistent heavy-duty power is no surprise, as DB6 shares the same proven caliper architecture as DB8. 

• Stealth lever architecture pairs perfectly with mechanical Eagle Transmission shifters
• Left and right specific levers feature tooled lever reach adjust
• Split ring clamp compatible with SRAM MMX-compatible shifters and Dropper Lever
• Code-like heavy-duty power
• Uses existing SRAM Large brake pads
• Designed for use with Maxima Mineral Oil only
• Designed for use with SRAM Mineral Oil Bleed Kit only
• Price: 190 USD (Pair)

Available now at SRAM NATION or through your local bike shop.