Questions tagged [brakes]
Disc/rim/drum/coaster brakes; braking technique, maintaining brakes, anything else about stopping a bike.
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Is this slight movement of Cantilever brake arms intentional?
There is some slight movement of my canti brake arms on the brake bosses when the lever is pulled. It's pretty minimal but I'd be interested if if this is intended and whether it might cause any ...
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Comparing hub/disk brake vs rim brake. Power, reaction, and skidding
I'm not a bike enthusiast but I've commuted quite a lot with bikes. I don't always understand the physics but believe I can extract well what happens per experience. I could be mistaken though. I've ...
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Sram/Avid brake hose compatiblity
I have Sram Rival AXS which I want to transfer from one bike to another. Unfortunately the new bike is bigger (M -> XL) so new brake hose is required. SRAM recommends SRAM Brake Hose Kit - Double ...
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Front hydraulic brake lever dislodged
This is a brand new mountain bike for kids with hydraulic brakes.
The bike fell on its side and when we picked it up, the brake handle got caught by a branch. With a little effort, we were able to ...
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How to temporarily plug hydraulic brake hoses to route them through frame without leaking fluid
Is there a way to temporarily plug and seal hydraulic disc brake hoses as well as hydraulic dropper post hoses, before installing them or removing them from a frame? The idea is to keep things tidy ...
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Disc Brakes disengage when braking, why does this happen?
I have a fairly heavy e-bike and I'm a fairly heavy rider. My bike has mechanical disc brakes, and around 5 months ago I was having an issue where the brakes became useless, as in when I applied them ...
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In what order do the washers go on smooth post cantilever brakes
I have a Specialized Rockhopper that is missing the brakes. It has cantilever brakes smooth post. I have the parts but don't know what order the washers go in. Does the concave part go against the ...
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Replacing pivot bolt on Shimano Sora caliper brakes
first time posting. I've lurked for years and have found answers to a ton of questions, but can't seem to find a discussion on one specific thing. I have a 1980s Peugeot Elan—I believe from scouring ...
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Which brake arms of Shimano XTR M900 go in front?
The Shimano XTR BR-M900 Cantilever brake arms come in two different lengths. Which go in front, the long ones with the stamped "F" or the shorter ones?
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Standard oil grease as Shimano Roller Brake grease short-term replacement
I am currently in the process of cleaning up the rear axle from dirt and excessive grease, legacy of the previous owner. I will be replacing a ball bearing and few other small components, but would ...
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Is there any advantage to using brakes the UK style?
For a moment forget about the current downsides of preferring UK brakes living in a non-UK marketplace:
Hard to test ride bikes in stores
Rental bikes won't be set up that way
Some frames might not ...
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How to find out about my 1970's JC Penny 3 speed bicycle?
I recently got a 1970s jcpenney Lightweight 3 Speed bicycle but it doesn't have a brake on it whatsoever. I cannot find the specs or any information about this bike. Does anyone know where I could ...
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Brake sensor wire
I have an electric bike, and I am looking for an electric wire that is attached to the brake lever.
how can I get it?
regards.
Hussein Talib.
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U-brake conversion from up pull to side pull (like bmx front brake)
I have an old steel Belgian bike from the 80s (I believe) which I am trying to restore to make it my daily commuter. I have to replace many things and every time I encounter that the bike is far away ...
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Fork V-Brakes won't come out
I can't remove these v brakes out of my fork, any idea how to remove these?
Also, i unscrewed the bolts as you can see at the photo but still no go.
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