Magura MT5 Brake Set – 4-Piston Hydraulic Disc Brake for MTB, E-MTB, Sur-Ron & Talaria

The Magura MT5 brake set is a German-engineered 4-piston hydraulic disc brake built for high-load riding. It fits mountain bikes, e-bikes (E-MTB), S-Pedelec machines and electric scooters. With the correct mounting adapters, it also fits Sur-Ron and Talaria electric motorcycles. One set covers one wheel.

Inside the box you get a 4-piston caliper, a radial master cylinder with a 2-finger lever and a 2200 mm brake hose. The system runs on Magura Royal Blood mineral oil rather than DOT fluid. Each brake weighs roughly 255 g without a rotor.

The MT5 carries over the caliper architecture of the pricier MT7. It simply uses a simpler lever without the extra adjusters. As a result, stopping power sits close to MT7 level while the price stays lower. Recommended rotor sizes are 180, 203 or 220 mm.

Key Benefits

• 4-piston caliper – spreads pad pressure evenly across the rotor and delivers a clear bite point under braking.
• Radial master cylinder – reduces friction and transmission losses, so the lever starts more sensitively and finger fatigue drops on long descents.
• MT7 caliper architecture – power sits close to the MT7 model, yet the lever assembly stays simpler and more affordable.
• Carbotecture® composite body – a light composite housing that keeps single-brake weight down to about 255 g.
• 2200 mm brake hose – long enough for rear-wheel routing on full-size frames and on Sur-Ron and Talaria class electric motorcycles.
• 9.P Performance pads – factory 4-piston shape pads, compatible with the MT5, MT7 and MT Trail standard.
• Royal Blood mineral oil – a non-hygroscopic fluid, so the system never needs DOT liquid.
• Large rotor compatibility – a 220 mm rotor increases thermal capacity and reduces brake fade on sustained descents.

Who Is This Brake For?

This brake suits MTB, Enduro and DH bikes where speed and terrain demand consistent stopping force. It also works on E-MTB and S-Pedelec electric bicycles, where extra system mass increases braking loads. Riders on electric scooters fit the MT5 for the same reason.

With the correct adapters and a 203 or 220 mm rotor, the MT5 mounts on Sur-Ron and Talaria electric motorcycles. Sur-Ron and Talaria are electric dirt bikes, so suitable brake mounting adapters are essential. This is a mechanically compatible aftermarket upgrade rather than factory motorcycle equipment.

In short, the MT5 targets riders who need serious braking power at higher mass and higher speed. That matters most on e-platforms and on technical mountain sections.

Package Contents

• 1× brake lever with 2-finger blade (master cylinder)
• 1× 4-piston caliper
• 1× 2200 mm brake hose
• 2× hose fittings (olive and insert)

This set contains one brake for one wheel. Rotors, adapters and bolts are not included. A complete bike therefore requires two sets.

Technical Specifications

Why Choose the Magura MT5

The MT5 uses the same 4-piston caliper platform as the more expensive MT7. The difference is a simpler lever without the additional adjustments. Consequently, you get close to MT7 braking power for less money.

Magura systems run on mineral oil instead of DOT fluid. Mineral oil is non-hygroscopic, so it does not absorb moisture from the air over time. That keeps lever feel more consistent between services and simplifies bleeding.

The 2200 mm hose is another practical advantage. Standard bicycle hoses often fall short on longer e-motorcycle frames. Here, the length covers rear-wheel routing on Sur-Ron and Talaria machines without splicing in extensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Magura MT5 fit a Sur-Ron Light Bee?

• Yes, with the correct brake mounting adapters.
• Use a 203 or 220 mm rotor for this application.
• The 2200 mm hose reaches the rear caliper position.
• This is an aftermarket upgrade, not factory Sur-Ron equipment.

Will it work on a Talaria Sting?

• Yes, provided you fit suitable adapters for the frame and fork mounts.
• Talaria is an electric dirt bike, so adapters are mandatory.
• Larger rotors improve heat capacity at higher speeds.

How many brakes are in one set?

• One set includes one complete brake for one wheel.
• Two sets are needed for a full bike or e-motorcycle.
• Rotors, adapters and bolts are sold separately.

What fluid does the MT5 use?

• Magura Royal Blood mineral oil.
• DOT fluid must not be used in this system.
• Mineral oil does not absorb moisture from the air.

How is the MT5 different from the MT7?

• Both share the same 4-piston caliper platform.
• The MT5 lever is simpler and has fewer adjustments.
• Braking power stays close to MT7 level.

Which rotor size should I choose?

• 180 mm suits lighter trail setups.
• 203 mm is a common choice for Enduro and E-MTB.
• 220 mm adds thermal capacity and reduces fade.

Are the pads replaceable with other Magura pads?

• The set ships with 9.P Performance pads.
• They follow the 4-piston pad shape used by MT5, MT7 and MT Trail.
• Any pad matching that standard fits the caliper.

Can I fit it to an electric scooter?

• Yes, the MT5 is commonly used on electric scooters.
• Suitable caliper mounts and rotor size are required.
• The composite body keeps added weight to around 255 g per brake.

The Magura MT5 brake set combines a 4-piston caliper, a radial master cylinder and a Carbotecture® body in one package. It serves MTB, Enduro, DH, E-MTB and S-Pedelec riders equally well. Furthermore, with the right adapters and a 203 or 220 mm rotor, it upgrades Sur-Ron and Talaria electric motorcycles too.