Disc rotors are fastened with either a six-bolt interface or a lock ring. Most modern road bikes use a lock ring - either with external notches (common with thru axles) or an internal spine (common with quick release skewers). Some bikes use both.

For a thorough walkthrough, watch this [Park Tools video].
A note before you start...

Wear protective gloves — contaminating the disc surface will affect braking performance. Other than that, it's as simple as unscrewing a bolt. If you choose not to use a torque wrench when refitting, make sure the rotor is very firmly secured.

Centre Lock Ring

External Notch

Tools needed:

Torque wrench + 44mm bottom bracket tool (e.g. Park Tool TW-6.2 + BBT-69.2, or BBT-9)

Attach the bottom bracket tool to the torque wrench and unscrew the lock ring.

When refitting, torque to 40Nm.

Include the torque wrench in your travel kit.

See in picture ^

Centre Lock Ring

Internal Spine

Tools needed:

Torque wrench + cassette locking tool (e.g. Park Tool TW-6.2 + FR-5.2, or an integrated cassette tool)

Same process as above. This is the same tool used for cassette removal and replacement. If you're not using a torque wrench, make sure the rotor is tightened securely before you ride.

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