Rear Brake Tip Installation

Step by step

1. Remove the old brake tip. Remove the rear brake arm from the bike. All steps below can be done with the arm still on the bike, but it is much easier with the arm removed.
2. Remove the rivet attachment. Turn the brake upside down and locate the bottom of the rivet pin. Use a grinder or drill to remove the rivet attachment.
3. Remove the rivet. Once the rivet tip is removed, use a hammer and screwdriver to tap the rivet out. The old brake tip and spring should fall out. Keep the spring, it will be reused.
4. Align the spring. Reuse the stock spring. Align one end of the spring into the small hole inside the brake tip body.
5. Spacer positioning. Place the brake tip onto the rear brake arm and determine spacer positioning. Take up excessive slack with spacer(s). A 1 to 2 mm gap is normal. Note: Vertigos will not accept spacers.
6. Mount the pin. Mount the bolt through the top of the brake tip body, then through the brake arm, spring, and spacers.
7. Add the retaining clip. Once the bolt is fed through, use the retainer clip to secure it on the underside of the bolt.
8. Add threadlocker. Install the adjustment screws. Using a non-permanent threadlocker is recommended to avoid rattling loose. We recommend Loctite or Permatex (blue).
9. Install the brake arm. Reinstall the brake arm back onto the bike. Note: the height of the tip is higher than stock due to the angled cleat, so adjusting the brake arm lower with the plunger preload may be necessary.
10. Adjust your angles. Adjust the brake tip to the angle and position that is most comfortable.