How To Tell If Bicycle Brake Pads And Rotors Are Worn

In this video, I run through the process I like to use for measuring Shimano and SRAM Brake rotors and pads to determine when they need to be replaced. I also give a few tool recommendations on getting the most accurate measurements, as well as getting the most bang for your buck for said tools (If that's important to you. Lots of home mechanics are more into displaying name brand tools on their tool walls, so get what you want!).
I got the idea from this video on a Facebook post in the Home bicycle mechanics page. Most Shimano and SRAM rotors, regardless of model, are the same thickness new (1.8mm for Shimano, 1.85 for SRAM. The suggested replacement thickness occurs at 1.5 for Shimano and 1.55 for SRAM), This may vary upon actual measurement as seen in the video, It's very important to replace any Shimano ICE tech rotors at the 1.5mm stage as there is an aluminum insert sandwiched within the stainless steel brake track. Any questions, concerns or rebuttals? Let me know in the comments section, and I'll try to explain...

[@denis_roy_7]

Good tip! I will get myself a micrometer. Thanks Joey!

[@JoeyMesa]

You’re very welcome!

[@denis_roy_7]

Merci!

[@JoeyMesa]

Thank you Denis!

[@makantahi3731]

discs are unequally worn because holes are placed on wrong place-it should be only on outer radius of disc rotor

[@JoeyMesa]

Nope, rotors, when set up correctly, show wear a couple of millimeters below the outer edge of the rotor otherwise the pads wear out prematurely.