Originally Posted by
tyrion
Hydraulics are better - there is less slop in the system when compared to wires and wire housings. You have to decide if it's worth the money to upgrade.
It's a fair amount of money. I wouldn't - I'd just get bigger rotors if you want more braking power.
I’ve never used disc brakes on a bicycle yet.
But I remember riding a friends YZ250 20 years ago. He had a bigger front rotor and it definitely seemed to make a bigger difference than braided lines.
I see no reason greater mechanical advantage wouldn’t have a similar effect on a bicycle.