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I'm fitting a new set of brakes to the mighty Krampus this evening, the new ones came with rotors included in the box.
Is there any reason why I should change the rotors too?
Will bedding in be easier/quicker if I use the old rotors?
FWIW, I've already removed the front rotor as I've got a new front wheel and the rotors provided with the brakes are the same size as the old/current ones.
I wouldn't think there will be much difference in bedding in etc really.
That said, I would probably just fit the new rotors if you have new brakes.... Particularly if a different brand to the original ones.
If the old ones aren't badly worn, I'd just keep using them.
Thanks for the replies.
I decided to follow both suggestions and have fitted a new rotor to the front and kept the old one on the rear (although I may well change the rear one next time I remove the back wheel)
Keep using them till they die.
Maybe just me, but if I fit new rotors with used pads ( not applicable to you I know) I sometimes end up with brake judder, especially on the front. I'd definitely fit the new discs, keep the old ones as spares in case of damage.
Maybe just me, but if I fit new rotors with used pads ( not applicable to you I know) I sometimes end up with brake judder,
I know this issue with older, "softer" forks. All these new, fat 34 or 36 or so forks don't have this problem any more (I think at least).