Originally Posted by
MoAlpha
Naive question: Is there any reason to futz around with a Shimano system if the feel is still nice and solid?
No. I haven't bled my front Ultegra brake in 5 years. I ride steep hills, and if it were to fail, I would likely spend the rest of my life in a casket. However, there appears to be no need. Replace pads and rotors as needed, and keep the pistons clean and make sure they work and retract properly.