❷ If the gap between the brake pad and wheel is uneven,
• Loosen the nut on the back of the brake.
• Squeeze the brake and hold the brake lever closed, while
Note:
release the brake lever, and use your hand to rotate the
end up centered.
Locknut on
brake pad
❸
Figure 3.8
❹
Figure 3.8
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pads are centered.
are centered and the gap between the pads and rim is close
to 1/8 inch. Figure 3.9
Distance from
brake pad to
wheel rim is
1/8 inch
Brake pad
Axle nut
Tire
Wheel rim
Brake pad
lock nut
Figure 3.9