Rod-actuated brakes Bicycle brake



rod brake system. lateral play in pivot rear brake rod allows rotation of handlebar


the rod-actuated brake , or rod brake , (roller lever brake in raleigh terminology) uses series of rods , pivots, rather bowden cables, transmit force applied hand lever pull friction pads upwards against inner surface, faces hub, of wheel rim. called stirrup brakes due shape. rod brakes used rim profile known westwood rim, has concave area on braking surface , lacks flat outer surface required brakes apply pads on opposite sides of rim.


the rear linkage mechanism complicated need allow rotation fork , handlebars attach frame. common setup combine front rod brake rear coaster brake. although heavy , complex, linkages reliable , durable , can repaired or adjusted simple hand tools. design still in use, typically on african , asian roadsters such sohrab , flying pigeon.







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