Name: Hope Tech 4 V4
Brand: Hope
SKU: b4c4b961428320fc375e77e1dd7e4832
Price: 248.97 EUR
Availability: InStock

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)

An anchor for downhill

Hope's Tech 4 V4 disc brake combines the proven reliability of Hope brakes with incomparable power. More powerful than its predecessor, the Tech 4 V4 is the ideal braking system for long, hard descents.

highlights

Improved performance over the Tech 3
Ergonomic brake lever shape for improved handling
A new hinge clamp reduces weight
Improved shifter/trigger integration
Tool-free adjustment of reach and pressure point
Robust, one-piece brake caliper, CNC milled
Compatible with a wide range of current shifters

Technical specification

specification	T4V4BL T4V4CL T4V4RL T4V4SL T4V4NL T4V4PUL	T4V4ZBL T4V4ZCL T4V4ZRL T4V4ZSL T4V4ZNL T4V4ZPUL	T4V4BR T4V4CR T4V4RR T4V4SR T4V4NR T4V4PUR	T4V4ZBR T4V4ZCR T4V4ZRR T4V4ZSR T4V4ZNR T4V4ZPUR
area of application	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail	All Mountain, Downhill, Enduro, Trail
Type	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic	Disc brake, hydraulic
execution	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Front wheel, left (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)	Rear wheel, right (brake lever)
Material brake lever	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Assembly brake lever	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided	Clamp, divided
reach adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
pressure point adjustment	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless	Yes, toolless
Material brake caliper	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined	2014 T6 aluminum, CNC machined
Material fastening screws	stole	stole	stole	stole
brake fluid	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1	DOTS 5.1
brake pad	Organic	Organic	Organic	Organic
Mounting brake caliper	post mount	post mount	post mount	post mount
line length	900mm	900mm	1650mm	1650mm
Material brake line	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled	Plastic, vented and filled
Number of brake pistons	4	4	4	4
extras	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)	3 pairs of brake pads - green (racing), red (allround) and purple (e-bike)
Weight	about 315g	about 315g	approx. 316 g	approx. 316 g

scope of delivery

1 x Hope Tech 4 V4 disc brake for front or rear wheel (see item description for details)
1 * Brake Lever
1 * Brake Caliper
1 * Brake Line
3 pairs of brake pads

Test verdict

Test result: “very good” in mountain bike 03/2024 (p. 45)