Any damage to the brake can affect the lever function and prevent the brake from performing properly (stopping or slowing down). Understanding the components of the brake lever can help you fix and replace these parts when they get damaged or fall apart, and solve other issues with your brake. In this article, let’s aww …
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As a biker, you always want a lighter bike, have a smooth riding experience, and better shifting. Many people are also obsessed with the appearance of their bikes and want to make them look appealing at all times. In order to achieve all this, out of the many ways, one is to upgrade your crankset. …
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There are chances that your cables need to be changed because of wear, cracks, and fraying. It is necessary to protect the cables from the sun, moisture, mud, etc., and make them last longer. And for this, you need cable housing. While you can always buy new cable housing to replace the old one, you …
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The first sign of stiffness and other issues in your brake is if your brake lever is too loose or too tight. An easy way to know that your brake lever is too tight or loose is by squeeze testing the lever. If you can barely squeeze the lever, the cable is too tight and …
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You definitely know the importance of inspecting and changing your shifter cables regularly. They have to be in good condition always to aid frictionless riding. Shifter cables are very essential on your bike because they connect the shifters on your handlebars to the derailleurs. They also help your shifters to control the gears on your …
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Constant use can lead your bike cables to get weared, frayed, or damaged. Bike cables also become rusted when not properly stored or maintained. When this happens, it is necessary to fix them as soon as possible, to avoid accidents that can arise from braking and shifting problems. In this article, we’ll be discussing how …
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