How to adjust cable disc brakes – video

Step by step guide to maintaining mechanical disc brakes

Published: March 31, 2014 at 1:00 pm

It’s Park Tool Maintenance Monday, and that means a fresh new video on BikeRadar’s new-look YouTube channel.

This week, our highly experienced former bike shop wrench, James Tennant takes us through the intricacies of adjusting mechanical disc brakes.

How to adjust mechanical disc brakes

Video: how to adjust cable disc brakes

The easy to follow six-step guide will help you true the rotors, align the pads and adjust the calliper so that you’re ready to roll with confidence.

Need to stock up on tools before you start? You can purchase the Park Tools used in the video at a number of dealers across the UK and internationally.

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