Also the mounting bolts are recessed and the cable anchor bolt is at a 45 angle. The arms have a satin finish. Rim Wrangler Pads come stock on this, which now have universal fit for 2001. Hardware is black highlighted, and SD 7 is somewhat lighter. Like the name suggests you titaniumized on the hardware, yielding the lightest brake in the series.
Arms are bead blasted to give a more upscale appearance.
V-Brake Same weight as the SD Ti, but the only brake in the series to be CNC machined and have sealed cartridge bearings to pivot on. Nickel with black hardware. Designed to replace cabel guide or lack of cable stop on top tube. Machined and anodized 6061 aluminum, hinged for easy installation. The direct cable routing of the curved aluminum arms cuts out interferences from linkages or cable noodles.