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Barrel Adjuster
Quick Release
Brake Shoe
Sidepull Caliper Top View
Inspection
Caliper Mounting
Brake levers should be checked for tightness at least every three months.
Bolt
They should be set in a comfortable position within easy reach of the rider's
hands, and must not be able to move on the handlebar. Some brake levers
Centering
make use of a reach adjustment screw, which can be altered to the distance
Adjustment Bolt
between the handlebar grip and the lever, as required. The brake pads
should be checked for correct positioning and tightness before every ride,
and the various bolts and nuts at least every three months. Squeeze each
brake lever to make sure they operate freely and that the brake pads press
hard enough on the rims to stop the bike. There should be about 1mm
- 2mm clearance between each pad and the rim when the brakes are not ap-
plied. The brake pads must be properly centered for maximum contact with
the rim. Replace the brake pads if they are over worn so that the grooves
or pattern cannot be seen. The brake cable wires should be checked for
kinks, rust, broken strands or frayed ends. The outer casing should also be
Brake Shoe
checked for kinks, stretched coils and other damage. If the cables are dam-
Mounting Bolt
aged, they should be replaced.
Some brakes have a quick release mechanism to allow easier wheel
removal. Whenever you adjust the brakes, make sure the quick release
mechanism is in the closed position.
Lubrication
The brake lever and brake caliper pivot points should be lubricated with 2-3
drops of chain lube at least every three months to ensure smooth operation
and to reduce wear. Cables should be greased along their entire length,
after removing them from their casings, at least every six months. Always
grease new cables before fitting.
Never ride unless the quick release is firmly locked in the
closed position.
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