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V-Style Brakes
If not already assembled, take the brake noodle from the parts box and
slide the cable through the larger opening. The cable housing will then
seat into the end of the noodle. Slide the cable through the cable lead
on the end of the left brake arm, this will cause the noodle to fit into the
lead. Slip the brake cable boot over the cable and position it between
both brake arms. Next, loosen the 5mm anchor bolt at the end of the
right brake arm and slide the cable under the retaining washer. Pull the
slack out of the cable making sure a distance of 39mm or more remains
between the end of the lead and the start of the anchor bolt. Once the
cable is secured to the brake arms, engage the brake lever several times,
checking the position of the brake shoes at the rim. The brake shoes
should be 1mm away from the rim when in a relaxed position. When the
brake lever is engaged, the brake shoe should hit the rim flush (never the
tire) with the front of the brake pad touching the rim slightly before the rear.
This is called “toeing-in” your brake shoe. If this position is not achieved,
adjustments to the brake shoe are required. Loosen the brake shoe
hardware and reposition the brake shoe. It may take several shoe and
cable adjustments before the required position is accomplished.
Brake
Noodle
Outer
Cable
Lead
Brake
Cable
Boot
Anchor
Bolt
Brake
Arm
Tension
Screw
Brake
Shoe
Pivot
Bolt
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 pages 74-77.
