SRAM Motive Ultimate Brake
Born from the legacy of two of SRAM’s most celebrated brake platforms, Motive Ultimate is built for riders who demand maximum control in a lightweight, race-ready package. Delivering Code-like power with Level-like weight, it redefines expectations for what an XC/trail brake can do.
A sculpted 4-piston caliper delivers confident, tunable braking with superb traction and modulation. The Stealth lever body seamlessly integrates into AXS cockpits and wireless superbikes, while tool-free reach adjust allows riders to dial in feel and fit on the fly.
Top-tier materials make this the most premium Motive trim: a signature carbon lever with bearing pivot, titanium hardware, and a Blasted Clear anodized finish with polished machined edges. It runs exclusively on Maxima Mineral Oil, delivering long-lasting performance, excellent heat management, and easier disposal.
Motive Ultimate also includes SRAM’s Bleeding Edge™ caliper port for clean, drip-free maintenance and is compatible only with the SRAM Mineral Oil Bleed Kit.
How Motive Ultimate, Silver, and Bronze Compare
All Motive brakes share the same powerful caliper design, tool-free reach adjust, MMX compatibility, and use SRAM Large brake pads—but each model brings its own mix of materials and features. Motive Ultimate is the top-tier option, featuring titanium hardware, a carbon lever blade, a lever pivot bearing, and an adjustable banjo fitting on the caliper. Motive Silver uses an alloy lever blade with a pivot bearing and retains the adjustable banjo. Motive Bronze simplifies the system with an alloy lever blade, a bushing pivot, and a hose compression fitting instead of a banjo. No matter the model, Motive delivers confident, consistent braking with smart design choices across the range.
Features
- Code-Like Power, Level-Like Weight – Maximum stopping power in a lightweight XC package
- Stealth Lever Body – Clean integration with AXS wireless cockpits
- 4-Piston Caliper – Tuned for powerful braking with precise control
- Tool-Free Reach Adjust – On-the-fly customization for ideal lever feel
- Carbon Lever Blade – Lightweight carbon with bearing pivot for smooth performance
- Titanium Hardware – Durable and weight-saving premium hardware
- Blasted Clear Finish – Anodized body with polished machined edges
- Maxima Mineral Oil – Designed for consistent, heat-resistant performance with easier disposal
- Bleeding Edge™ Caliper Port – Clean, fast bleeds with no mess
Tech Specs
| Fluid: | Maxima Mineral Oil |
| Pistons: | Four |
| Lever Reach Adjust: | Yes |
| Pad Contact Adjust: | No |
| Shifter Compatibility: | SRAM Matchmaker X |
| Reversible Lever Body: | Yes |
| Lever Material: | Carbon |
| Lever Pivot: | Bearing |
| Hose Length: | Front: 950mm // Rear: 2000mm |
| Intended Use: | XC / Trail |
| Warranty: | 2 Years |
Specs subject to change without notice. Please check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date information.