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Brake Calipers from Harris Cyclery
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| 39-49 mm | 47-57 mm | 55-73 mm | 63-75 mm | 70-88 mm | 74-95 mm |
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In West Newton Since 1952 - On The Web Since 1995 |
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| Reach Range: | |||||
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| 39-49 mm | 47-57 mm | 55-73 mm | 63-75 mm | 70-88 mm | 74-95 mm |
Many older frames/forks were designed for the older system with longer mopunting bolts and exposed nuts (9-10 mm wrench.)
Recessed caliper mounting nuts are available in several different lengths. Click here for details.
Sometimes people use terms such as "normal reach", "short reach", "long reach", "standard reach" and so forth. These terms have no consistent meaning, because fashion as to what is "normal reach" has changed over the years. When buying brake calipers, you need numbers, not adjectives!
New!Tektro R556 55-73 mm Reach Dual-Pivot Calipers BRC383 $72.95/pair
At last! High quality dual-pivot calipers for older bikes that need a longer reach! Tektro announced these quite a while ago, but they have been "vaporware" until now...but they have finally arrived, and they're definitely worth the wait!These calipers have a polished aluminum finish, and are available in extra long (55-73 mm) reach only.
Aluminum barrel adjusters with rubber O-rings, recessed mount , cam type quick-release. Only 350 grams/pair!
Tektro 521AG 47-57 mm Reach Dual-Pivot Calipers BRC01 $49.95/pair
These are a super value, very high quality with re-fillable cartridge type brake shoes.These calipers have a polished aluminum finish, and are available in long (47-57 mm) reach only.
Aluminum barrel adjusters with rubber O-rings, recessed mount , cam type quick-release. Only 350 grams/pair!
New Model! Shimano R450 47-57 mm Long-reach
Dual-Pivot Calipers $27.95 eachShimano has come to the rescue of cyclists who want a good quality long-reach caliper brake, either for an older bike or one of the new generation of road bikes with decent tire clearance. Reach range 47-57 mm.These are Tiagra quality level. Sold individually, recessed mount.
Sorry. No more traditional nutted mount for older bicycles.
These calipers have a polished aluminum finish, and are available in long (47-57 mm) reach.
New Model! Shimano R650 47-57 mm Long-Reach
Dual-Pivot Calipers $62.95 eachShimano has come to the rescue of cyclists who want a high-end long-reach caliper brake, either for an older bike or one of the new generation of road bikes with decent tire clearance. Reach range 47-57 mm.These are Ultegra quality level, with refillable shoe holders and lightend arms. Sold individually, recessed mount only.
Shimano Tiagra Dual-Pivot Calipers 39-49 mm reach $34.95 each
The best value in Shimano's current line of road brakes.These calipers have a polished aluminum finish, and are available in short reach only.
DiaCompe 750 Centerpull Calipers $49.95 pair
DiaCompe's licensed version of the classic Weinmann 750.These are perfect for many 584 mm/650B bikes or others that require long reach and clearance for fenders and wide tires, like the A. Homer Hilsen, Saluki, and Bleriot. They are sold per pair (a bike's worth). Mounting is rear nutted, front recessed. All caliper mounting hardware, including spacers for rear nutted mounting on brake bridges for recessed mounting included.
Cable yokes are also included, but not housing stops.
The stock brake shoes aren't so hot...for best results, upgrade with Kool Stop salmon, any of the threaded-shaft types, especially the BMX/Mountain model.
Tektro 984 Extra Long Reach Calipers $19.95 each complete, black only
Made for BMX applications, these are also an excellent choice for upgrading older 3-speeds or any other type of bike that needs an extra long (70-88 mm!) reach. The calipers are solid and well finished, with anti-friction sleeves on the springs.These use external nuts for mounting to the frame/fork.
The stock brake shoes aren't so hot...for best results, upgrade with Kool Stop salmon, any of the threaded-shaft types, especially the BMX/Mountain model.
Odyssey 1999 Extra Long Reach Caliper brake sets $19.95 each complete
Made for BMX applications, these are also an excellent choice for upgrading older 3-speeds or any other type of bike that needs an extra long (74-95 mm!) reach. The calipers are solid and well finished.These use external nuts for mounting to the frame/fork. They come with a medium-length centerbolt installed for rear external nut mounting, and the package includes a complete long (front) center bolt assembly as well, so you can set them up for either front or rear use.
They come with an inexpensive BMX-type lever, cable and housing.
The stock brake shoes are pretty crummy...for best results, upgrade with Kool Stop salmon, any of the threaded-shaft types, especially the BMX/Mountain model.
Recessed Caliper Nuts 22 mm BRH491 $10.95
Recessed Caliper Nuts 30 mm BRH493 $10.95
Sheldon Fender Nuts FE023 $12.95/set
Traditional fender hardware has not changed since the days of exposed nuts holding brake calipers to the frame/fork. However, most newer caliper brakes use "recessed mounting." This has required mounting the tab on the front of the fork, which reduces clearance under the fork crown, and also rotates the front fender forward so it provides less protection to your feet (and your drivetrain.)The Sheldon Fender Nut permits mounting the front fender tab behind the fork crown where it belongs.
In addition, the use of Sheldon Fender Nuts permits periodic removal/re-installation of the fenders without disturbing the centering adjustment of your brake calipers.
Standard 6mm "recessed" brake nut with longer internal threading and extension on the back for a 6mm mounting bolt
Install brake caliper normally, and mount fender to nut with a 6mm bolt
Includes a 13mm front brake nut and a 10mm rear brake nut
A pair of Fender Nuts should fit most steel and Aluminum road frames and forks.
Sorry, our supplier for the dual-pivot drop bolts has discontinued that product, and we have sold out of the ones we had in stock.We have an on-line article explaining how to install these, and we are leaving this article on our Website in case it might still be useful to some folks.
We no longer have any drop bolts in stock, so please don't bother asking.
If you're handy, you might want to look at my Article on Home Made "Drop Bolts."
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