Operation Manual

Cycle Brake
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5.2 Adjustments
The grip width must be custom-adjusted so that the brake lever can be
operated easily and safely (see the “Basic adjustments / Brake lever /
Adjusting the grip width” chapter).
5.2.1 Adjusting the brake cable tension in mechanical brakes
WARNING
Loss of brake action due to worn brake pads and cables.
Risk of accident and injury!
x Replace worn brake pads and cables.
x If you lack the necessary expertise and the tools required to
replace these, contact your dealer.
With mechanical brakes, minor brake pad wear is offset via the brake cable tension.
Changing the brake cable tension alters the distance between the rim and the brake
block holders. The position of the lock nut and knurled screw may vary depending on
the cycle model.
1. Loosen the lock nut by giving it one turn
anticlockwise.
2. To increase the cable tension, gradually
turn the knurled screw anticlockwise
until the distance between the
brake block holders and the rim is
1–2mm/0.04–0.08" on each side.
x Ensure that the brake block holders
meet the rim simultaneously on
both sides.
x Ensure that the wheel turns
smoothly (see the “Wheels and tyres
/ Rims and spokes” chapter).
3. Tighten the lock nut by turning it clockwise.
x If the brake cannot be adjusted through the cable tension, have the brake
adjusted by your dealer.
Illustr.: Lock nut and knurled screw position
(example)
1 Lock nut
2 Knurled screw
1 2