{"product_id":"shimano-mt200-hydraulic-disc-brake-set-front-and-rear","title":"Shimano MT200 Hydraulic Disc Brake Set Front and Rear","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine hydraulic disc braking. Shimano engineering. Accessible price.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Shimano MT200 is the entry point into Shimano's hydraulic disc brake range - and entry point does not mean compromise. Unlike higher-end models like the BR-MT400 or SLX series, the MT200 avoids premium materials but retains core Shimano engineering principles: consistency, reliability, and broad compatibility. For flat bar commuters, hybrid riders, eBike owners, and anyone upgrading from mechanical disc brakes, the MT200 delivers the fundamental advantages of hydraulic braking - firm lever feel, consistent modulation, and self-adjusting pads - at a price that makes the upgrade an easy decision. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBL-MT200 Lever Ergonomic, Adjustable, Pre-Bled\u003c\/strong\u003e The BL-MT200 lever features a rigid steel lever and a master cylinder made of painted aluminum. Its diverse design fits multiple bike types. The slender 2\/3-finger design includes adjustable reach, making it suitable for riders with smaller hands. The 75mm reach puts the lever within comfortable range regardless of hand size — a detail that matters for everyday commuters who spend hours with their hands on the bars. The lever feel is firm and direct from the first pull: no cable stretch, no housing compression, no dead travel before the pads bite. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBR-MT200 Caliper 2-Piston, Quiet, Consistent\u003c\/strong\u003e :The BR-MT200 2-piston brake caliper provides reliable brake performance and reduces noise produced by the brake pads. Two-piston construction means both pads move simultaneously toward the rotor: even wear, even force, and consistent feel across the life of the pad. These hydraulic brakes work relatively quietly compared to other brakes at the same price point. Compatible with 160mm through 203mm rotors, covering the full range of standard bicycle and eBike rotor sizes. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex w-1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne-Way Bleeding System Means Easy Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Equipped with ONE WAY BLEEDING technology and pre-bled with Shimano Mineral Oil, this brake set ensures quick, clean, and straightforward installation and maintenance. The one-way bleed system means air can only travel in one direction through the system: making bleed procedures faster and more foolproof than conventional hydraulic systems. The brakes arrive pre-bled, so it is literally the case of just attaching them to the bike and you are done. No bleed required out of the box. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex w-1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBroad Compatibility Road, MTB, Commuter, eBike:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whether you are riding a city eBike, cargo bike, or hardtail e-MTB, the MT200 adapts seamlessly. It works with 160–203mm rotors for customizable stopping power and Shimano optimized the lever ratio for heavier bikes, ensuring controlled, predictable braking. The flat bar lever design makes the MT200 the natural hydraulic brake choice for commuter, hybrid, and eBike builds, and for any rider upgrading from mechanical disc brakes on a flat bar bike who wants a genuine hydraulic system without the complexity or cost of a performance-oriented setup. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Value Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compared to premium hydraulic brakes such as Shimano Deore or SLX, the MT200 offers 80% of the performance at half the price. For a daily commuter, a city eBike, or a flat bar adventure build, the remaining 20% lives in the weight saving and lever feel refinements that most riders will never notice in everyday use. The MT200 is the correct brake for the job: not the cheapest option, but the right one. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFront brake lever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBL-MT200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlat bar, 2\/3-finger, reach adjust, left hand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFront brake caliper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBR-MT200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e2-piston, post mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eRear brake lever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBL-MT200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlat bar, 2\/3-finger, reach adjust, right hand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eRear brake caliper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBR-MT200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e2-piston, post mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrake hose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSM-BH59\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePre-bled with Shimano mineral oil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rotors, rotor bolts, bar tape or grips. For most builds we recommend Shimano SM-RT66 rotors in 160mm (standard bikes) or 180mm (eBikes).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eCompatibility Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlat bar levers only: \u003c\/strong\u003ethe BL-MT200 is a flat bar lever. Not compatible with drop bar builds. For drop bar hydraulic disc brakes see the Shimano GRX RX400 or CUES U6030 in our range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePost mount calipers: \u003c\/strong\u003ethe BR-MT200 is a post mount caliper. Compatible with post mount frames and forks directly. For flat mount frames, a post-to-flat mount adapter is required. For IS mount frames and forks, an IS-to-PM adapter is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRotors not included: \u003c\/strong\u003ecompatible with 160mm through 203mm rotors. For standard bicycle builds we recommend 160mm. For hub motor eBikes we recommend 180mm — see the Shimano SM-RT66 180mm in our range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMineral oil: \u003c\/strong\u003ethe MT200 uses Shimano mineral oil, not DOT fluid. Do not use DOT fluid in this system. Shimano mineral oil is available at the workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRight rear \/ left front:\u003c\/strong\u003e as supplied, the right hand lever operates the rear brake and the left hand lever operates the front brake. This is the standard configuration for Canada, the USA, and most of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eFlat bar commuter and hybrid bikes upgrading from mechanical disc brakes. Hub motor eBike builds and upgrades where hydraulic flat bar brakes are the correct specification. Entry-level MTB builds where a reliable, low-maintenance hydraulic system is the priority. Any rider who wants genuine Shimano hydraulic braking without the cost of a higher-tier groupset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSold as a complete front and rear brakeset. Rotors sold separately.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimano","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45480223834159,"sku":null,"price":139.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0751\/8784\/7215\/files\/BR-MT200SETthumb.webp?v=1781542969","url":"https:\/\/evercoastbicycles.ca\/products\/shimano-mt200-hydraulic-disc-brake-set-front-and-rear","provider":"Evercoast Bicycle Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}