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a
b
c
d
Synchronizing and readjusting
Almost all brake designs have a bolt located next to
one or both brake calipers for adjusting the spring
preload
(a)
. Turn the bolt slowly and watch how the
gap changes between brake pads and rim.
Adjust the spring in a way that with an unapplied
brake the gaps are equal on either side and the brake
pads touch the rim simultaneously during braking.
The position of the brake lever where the brake starts
to act, also referred to as the pressure point, can be
adjusted to the size of the hand as well as to individu-
al convenience by readjusting the brake cable. Make
absolutely sure you cannot pull the brake lever all the
way to the handlebar grip.
With an unapplied brake the brake pads should not
be too close to the rim sides, otherwise they could
drag along the rim during riding. Before doing this ad-
justment, observe the notes in the chapter “Adjusting
the brake lever reach on CENTURION road bikes”.
To readjust the brakes, unscrew the knurled lock ring
located at the point where the brake cable enters
the brake lever on the handlebars
(b)
. Unscrew the
knurled, slotted adjusting bolt by a few turns
(c)
. This
reduces the free travel of the brake lever. Keeping
the adjusting bolt firm, tighten the lock ring against
the brake lever unit. This prevents the adjusting bolt
from coming loose by itself. Ensure that the slot of the
bolt faces neither forward nor upward, as this would
permit water or dirt to enter more easily.
G
Always test the brakes’ function at
standstill
(d)
after adjusting them, mak-
ing sure the brake pads engage fully
with the rim when you pull them hard.
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