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Front Brake
Determine which type of brake your bike is equipped with and refer to
the appropriate assembly instructions. For more information on brake
adjustment and maintenance, refer to p. 77-80.
Cantilever Brakes - Utilizing a Link Wire
If fitted with cantilever type brakes, insert the brake cable into the link
wire lead, and notch the cable end into the slot of the left brake arm.
Loosen the anchor bolt on the right brake arm and slide the brake cable
under the tabbed washer. Squeeze both brake arms together so the
brake shoes hit the rim, pull all slack out of the brake cable, and tighten
the anchor bolt. With the cable fitted, the straddle holder should sit
10-20mm above the reflector bracket. Adjust the brake shoes using a
10mm wrench so that they are parallel with the rim and are positioned
1-2mm away from the rim. Several adjustments may be necessary to
achieve the correct brake position.
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1. Install the cable into
2. Set the cable into
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5. The wheel is tightly secured when the serrated surfaces of the
quick release clamping parts actually begin to cut into the
bicycle frame/fork surfaces.
6. Note that the same procedure applies when operating a quick
release seat post binder mechanism.
7. Turn the bicycle upright using the kickstand to support it.
If you can fully close the quick release without wrapping your
fingers around the fork blade for leverage, and the lever does
not leave a clear imprint in the palm of you hand, the tension is
insufficient. Open the lever, turn the adjusting, and try again.
Continue until the QR lever closes properly. Secondary retention
devices are not a substitute for a correct quick release adjust-
ment. Failure to properly adjust the quick release mechanism
can cause the wheel to wobble or disengage, which could cause
you to lose control and fall, resulting in serous injury or death.
Cantilever
Brakes
Cable
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