WARNING: After you do Steps 1 through 7 again, if either brake lever touches the grip
or does not work well, have a bicycle service shop repair or adjust the caliper or
cantilever brakes.
Reducing Caliper Brake Noise. (Caliper Brake Only)
It is common for caliper brakes to make noise or “squeak” when in use. The noise does not normally
indicate a brake problem. Following the instructions below may reduce the noise:
Make sure the caliper brakes are adjusted correctly. Using a small adjustable wrench, bend each
caliper arm so the front edge of each brake shoe is the first part to touch the rim.
WARNING: Bend each caliper only a small amount. If you bend the caliper arm too far,
the caliper brake can be damaged and performance of the caliper brake reduced.
Brake System Operation
Operate the brakes as follows:
Squeeze the brake lever on the handlebar. The brake lever pulls on a cable that is attached to the
brake. The brake squeezes the rim between two brake shoes.
Operate the brakes by squeezing both brake levers slowly and continuously until you feel the
braking action. Make a habit of always using both brakes to stop the bicycle. You will stoop in the
shortest distance by using both brakes.
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7. Test the travel of each brake lever.
Squeeze each brake lever with strong pressure. If the brake lever touches the grips, do Steps 1
through 7 again.
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