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KICKBIKE WORLDWIDE OY
Mikkolantie 1 A
FI – 00640 HELSINKI
Tel. +358 (0)9 388 3013
info@kickbike.fi
www.kickbike.fi
Brakes
Brakes
Brake Pads
You should replace used brake pads well before they wear out completely.
Otherwise the metallic fasteners will damage the rim. There are a variety of brake
pads on the market, so it is better to take an old pad together with its fastening
bolts to the shop when purchasing new ones.
The correct distance between the brake pads and the rim is 2-3 mm. If the pads are
too far apart, then the brake lever gets out of range and the brake power
deteriorates drastically. On the other hand, if the pads are too close to the rim,
then it becomes difficult to dismount the wheel.
The distance is adjusted by screwing the bolts on the brake or brake lever. If their
range is not sufficient, you must perform a coarse adjustment of the brake cable.
Loosen first the lock bolt of the brake cable. Thereafter pull the cable tight and
simultaneously push the brake pads manually onto the rim and tighten the lock
bolt.
The brake pads must be centered symmetrically at the same distance from the rim.
The side-pull brakes of the Kickbike are self-centering. In the event that the brake
bolt is too tight, you can manually set the brake pads to the right position. If side-
pull brakes make a squeaky noise while braking, twist the brake calipers gently so
that the anterior ends of the brake pads move slightly closer to the rim. You can
twist the shoe arms with ordinary pincers or a wrench.
Brake Cable
In order to ensure easy function and avoid corrosion it is recommended that you
lubricate the brake cable now and then with bike oil or ball bearing grease.
Particularly in rough weather conditions, the cable running under the footboard is
exposed to moisture and dirt.
If the brake does not function smoothly, pull the cable out of its housing, clean and
lubricate it and remount. If the cable housing gets damaged it has to be replaced
together with the cable.
Don't pull the rear brake cable out from the frame with the cable housing, because
it is difficult to push it back. When you replace the cable housing pull it carefully
out from the frame, but leave the cable inside the frame. Mount the new housing
along the cable.
