• The current Shimano 105 brakes are compatible with 28mm tyres according to Shimano:

    "the SHIMANO 105 R7000 caliper stops with a predictable, linear braking curve thanks to its sleek design. It is compatible with 28mm tires and both traditional and direct mount options"

    I have this brake on two bikes and there is heaps of clearance between a 28mm tyre and the brake (much more than between the tyre and underside of fork). Could probably fit a 30mm tyre if the forks had more clearance. (Possibly it was different on previous versions, hence @edscoble 's reply.)

  • The R7000 have decent clearance, the older Shimano brakes work well (such as 6700) but slightly tighter.

    Tyres measure 26mm and just about enough room for the wheel to flex sideway without touching the fork blade.


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