Brake Spare Parts

Q: The Anatomy of Small Parts

Brake Springs The spiral springs inside the brake arms that open the brake after pulling. Warning: There are left and right springs! Barrel Adjuster The hollow screw on the brake lever or frame used to fine-tune cable tension. Cable Hanger Connects the main brake cable to the straddle cable.

Q: What do I need to watch out for with springs?

Brake springs are the trickiest spare part: Brand Specific: An Odyssey spring may not fit a Salt brake, because the shape of the ends may vary. Tension (Left vs. Right): Springs are wound in mirror image. Pay attention to which side you are replacing during installation.

Q: How do I maintain my brake with spare parts?

Improve Return: If the brake sticks, clean the brake mounts on the frame and regrease them before installing new springs. Adjusters: If the thread of the adjuster bolt (usually M6) is damaged, replace it immediately to avoid destroying the thread in the frame/lever.

Brake not springing back or barrel adjuster bent? Here you will find springs, cable hangers, barrel adjusters, and small parts for your U-brake. Since brake springs are often specific to brakes from individual manufacturers, please match the model compatibility carefully.

Brake Spare Parts FAQ

What are Brake Spare Parts and when do I need them?

Often the whole brake isn't broken, just a cheap small part. Worn-out springs, stripped bolts, or snapped straddle cables can be easily replaced to restore braking power.

The Anatomy of Small Parts

Brake Springs: The spiral springs inside the brake arms that open the brake after pulling. Warning: There are left and right springs!
Barrel Adjuster: The hollow screw on the brake lever or frame used to fine-tune cable tension.
Cable Hanger: Connects the main brake cable to the straddle cable.

What do I need to watch out for with springs?

Brake springs are the trickiest spare part:

Brand Specific: An Odyssey spring may not fit a Salt brake, because the shape of the ends may vary.
Tension (Left vs. Right): Springs are wound in mirror image. Pay attention to which side you are replacing during installation.

How do I maintain my brake with spare parts?

Improve Return: If the brake sticks, clean the brake mounts on the frame and regrease them before installing new springs.
Adjusters: If the thread of the adjuster bolt (usually M6) is damaged, replace it immediately to avoid destroying the thread in the frame/lever.

What do the specifications mean?

Specification	Explanation	Examples / Available
Type	Type of small part.	Spring, Bolt, Cable Hanger
Compatibility	Which brake model the part fits.	"For Odyssey Evo 2.5", "Universal M6"
Side	Relevant for springs.	Left, Right, Pair