Questions tagged [brakes]
Disc/rim/drum/coaster brakes; braking technique, maintaining brakes, anything else about stopping a bike.
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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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Hydraulic brake lever doesn't return after being released, dependent on weather
I have a pair of second-hand Shimano ST-RS685 hydraulic brake levers / shifters. Unbeknownst to me they hadn't been used for a year and had quite a bit of dirt / grit inside, which I've cleaned to a ...
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Why are disc brakes (disc & caliper) always installed on the left side of the bicycle?
When reading the question Front tire and downtube are extremely close, I realized that disc brakes (referring to the assembly of brake disc and caliper, not the brake levers) are always installed on ...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Tektro HD-R210 Bleed Port Leak
I have a Giant Fastroad SL-1 with brakes listed as Tektro HD-R210 hydraulic disc, 140mm
Recently I bled the brakes and afterward noticed that there's a very slow leak coming from the bleed port.
The ...
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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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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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Alternatives for mineral brake fluid / oil (in a pinch)
In case you don't have 'original' bicycle specific brake fluid on hand (e.g. "Magura Royal Blood"), what might be a good alternative to use (in a pinch)
in hydraulic (disc) brakes? (for brakes that ...
