Rear V brake replacement

Asked by: Amy King

What are V type brakes?

V-brakes (also known as direct-pull cantilever brakes) are operated via a cable that runs from one side of the brake and across the top, pulling the two halves together. There are other brake designs out there, but they’re a rarity on mainstream bikes.
Feb 6, 2022

How do you fix rubbing V brakes?

Quote from video: So there's a little screw down here it's either a flat tip or a Philips I use a flat tip here just go ahead and tighten it just turn it half a turn clockwise.

What do the screws on V brakes do?

It’s also very rewarding once you’ve got it just right! Most V brakes require a Phillips (+ head) screwdriver to adjust the springs (circled), but occasionally some models use a small allen key. Tightening the screw (clockwise), will put more pressure on the spring and make the brake pad move away from the rim further.

How do you adjust V brake levers?

Quote from video: The brake arm should have good spring tension which makes them release when you let go of the brake lever if there isn't much tension you may have to increase it on both sides undo.

Why are my V brakes sticking?

If its the V brakes, it could be a broken spring, or the brakes need oiling. If the brakes are free to move and spring back firmly, its likely a problem with the cable or the brake lever. Without pulling the cable out of the housings, slide the cable back and forward – it should be free to move.

Why are my brake pads rubbing the rotor?

Pad/rotor rub is the main symptom of a misaligned caliper. However pad/rotor rub can also caused by an improperly seated wheel. Make sure your wheel is seated properly. This step is relevant for both thru axle and open dropout bikes.
May 18, 2018

How do you adjust spring tension on V brakes?

Quote from video: But again I want you to just understand that the spring is on the back side right there and you can flick it out.

What are the screws for on bike brake levers?

They are meant to adapt the reach of the lever for people with smaller hands or shorter fingers. Just remove them if you don’t need to have the lever closer to the handlebar. Basically, if you’re Trump you need them.
Sep 27, 2016

How do you adjust a brake barrel adjuster?

Quote from video: That's always nice so you're gonna turn this barrel adjuster actually unscrewing. So as you're unscrewing. It's actually creating tension which is gonna make this lever stop even sooner.

When should V brakes be replaced?

“For rim brake pads (v-brake, cantilever, road), the time to replace them is when the teeth, or grooves, in the rubber, are gone. New brake pads generally have teeth, grooves, or some sort of pattern in the pad.”
Mar 21, 2018

How do you remove a stuck V brake?

Quote from video: Use the adjustable ramps to clamp on to the flats. Like this. And then use the vise grip part here and then it clamps down nice and tight onto. There so you get a nice solid grip on those flats. Now.

Should bike brakes touch the rim?

The left and right brake pads should travel the same distance before they make contact with the wheel rim. If they don’t, or if one pad is actually rubbing against the rim, that may be because the wheel is misaligned in the bicycle frame.
Sep 15, 2015

How do I stop my bike disc brakes from rubbing?

Quote from video: One of the reasons that your disc brakes might be rubbing is if the caliper isn't centralised to resolve this undo the two five millimeter bolts which attach the caliper the frame or fork.

Why are my bike brakes rubbing?

One of the most common reasons a disc brake is rubbing is the brake caliper is misaligned with the disc rotor. It is imperative the caliper is centered properly. If it isn’t, the disc will scrape against either the brake pad or on the inside of the caliper body.
Aug 23, 2022

How do you fix a rubbing hydraulic disc brake?

You can try squeezing and releasing the brake lever repeatedly, removing the wheel and reinserting it, gently flexing the rotor to try to push the rubbing pad away – but the brake will usually still rub as soon as you brake again.

Why is my caliper hitting my rim?

There are only a few reasons (i can think of) that the caliper would hit the rim; Wheel bearings fried, bent wheel, loose bolts, damaged hub, improper wheel size for the brakes.
Oct 4, 2008

How do you shave your calipers?

Quote from video: And this is what i'm going to be using to shave down the aluminum. This stuff works also for steel. But because aluminum is very soft. It's going to come off really easily. And really smoothly.

How much play should brake pads have?

You should have an ample amount of free play at the brake lever, and the brake pads should be about three-millimeters (1/8-inch) away from the rim.
May 21, 2020