MTB/ ROAD BIKE/ TREKKING
If you cannot replace them yourself have
them done by a trained specialist.
1. Checking the function of your brake
system:
•
In a static position operate both brake levers
until the brakes make rm contact.
•
Please note that in this position the mini-
mum distance between the brake lever and
the handlebar grip must be at least 35 mm
•
Try to push the bike with the brakes applied
in this way.
Both wheels must remain locked.
7.8.1 Check rim brakes and cable (racing
bike version).
1. Check the brake cables and their clips:
•
The brake cables must not be damaged or
corroded.
•
On cable brakes the brake cables must be
securely clipped along their entire length.
Racing bike rimbrake
2. Check correct xing and screw connec-
tions of the entire brake system:
•
Try to pull the brakes from the forks (front)
and from the frame (rear) by hand.
•
It must not be possible to pull the brakes o
and there must be no play in the xing bolts.
3. Check operation of the brake shoes.
•
With the brake applied the brake shoes must
be in contact with the rim shoulder along
their entire length.
•
Under no circumstances must the brake
shoes touch the tyre even when the brake is
not applied.
35mm
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