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The brakes are self adjusting to a point, but correct alignment is vital to get the maximum
performance. The pads must be equidistant from the disc for maximum efficiency.
Visually inspect the pads as you spin the wheel. Check that alignment is good and pad to disc
distance is even. If adjustments are needed follow the instructions below:
•
Using an Allen wrench, loosen the calliper mounting bolts, allowing the calliper to
move freely from left to right.
•
With the bike raised, slowly spin the wheel before pulling the brake lever. This will allow
the calliper to
‘
centre
’
on the disc.
•
With the lever still holding the pads tightly on the disc, re
-
tighten the calliper bolts.
•
If the wheel does not spin freely with the brake released and further adjustment is
required beyond the limits of the built in adjustment, the calliper position itself can be
adjusted further by the use of spacer washers. In this way, the calliper can be lined up
perfectly.
Loosen calliper.
Squeeze lever.
Inspect pads.
Adjust lever reach.
The brake levers can be adjusted for
‘
reach
’.
Use a small 2mm Allen key.
Turn anti
-
clockwise to bring the reach closer to the bar (for smaller hands).
