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Cruiser- Brake Guide and replacement tutorial

This guide covers brake levers, pads, calipers, cables, rotors, and adjustments. Videos are included for step-by-step help.

1. Replacing Brake Levers

Video Tutorial: Brake Lever Replacement

Steps:

  1. Remove the brake line from the lever (unscrew the silver screw).

  2. Unscrew the washer and remove the brake line from the screw’s slit.

  3. Unplug the brake sensor from the main connector.

  4. Pull the grip off the handlebar, loosen the brake screw, and remove the lever. Install the new lever.

  5. Tighten the screw and reattach the brake line.

  6. Attach the washer and screw back in place.

  7. Reconnect the brake sensor to the main connector and return the grip.

2. Replacing Brake Pads

Video Tutorial: Brake Pad Replacement

Removal:

  1. Remove the brake from the tire (optional).

  2. Bend the hook on your Xtech brake, pull out the pin.

  3. Use tweezers or pliers to remove the brake pads.

Installation:

  1. Align the brake pad with the metal clip.

  2. Place the brake pad back and reinsert the pin.

  3. Bend the hook to secure the pad.

3. Replacing Brake Calipers

Video Tutorial: Caliper Replacement (Roadrunner)

Steps:

  1. Loosen the barrel adjuster screw to free the brake line. Remove metal cap if needed.

  2. Unscrew the mounting bracket on the caliper.

  3. Remove the caliper (keep the spring on the inner cable).

  4. Run the existing brake cable through the new caliper.

  5. Rescrew the mounting bracket to secure it.

  6. Tighten the barrel adjuster screw.

  7. Optional: replace metal cap for cosmetic purposes. Adjust brakes to preference.

4. Replacing Brake Cables

Video Tutorial: Brake Cable Replacement

Steps:

  1. Remove front U-deck and left rear turn signal.

  2. Unscrew the top screw of the left rear suspension to access the cable.

  3. Pull the brake cable out.

  4. Feed the new cable through the top left hole of the deck.

  5. Route cable through rear and up through the left side of the stem.

  6. Place cylinder pieces of inner cable into brake levers.

  7. Reassemble U-deck, rear signal, and suspension.

  8. Pull cable through brake calipers and adjust.

  9. Reinstall cable covers and secure with zip ties.

5. Replacing Rotors

Video Tutorial: Rotor Replacement

Steps:

  1. Remove the motor/rear wheel if replacing rear rotor: Motor/Rear Wheel Removal

  2. Remove all 6 rotor screws and remove the rotor.

  3. Install the new rotor (arrow pointing in wheel rotation direction).

  4. Line up holes and secure all 6 screws.

Note: Do not change rotor size without changing the wheel; the front rotor must match its original wheel size.

6. Brake Adjustments

Tutorial Videos:

Common Adjustments:

Wheel not spinning freely: Loosen caliper bracket screws, adjust side-to-side until wheel spins freely, then tighten.



 

 

 

 

 

Wheel spins but pads not catching: Tighten brake cable via barrel adjuster. See picture below for reference.

 

Brake stops wheel but it still rotates with force: Adjust brake tightness using the black screw on cable or lever.


Rotor Issues:

  • Wobbly/Bent rotor: Check for damaged screws or a bent rotor; replace if needed.

  • Squeaky brakes: Usually caused by dirt/grease. Clean pads and rotors with soapy water. Do NOT use WD-40.

This guide ensures safe, effective brake maintenance for your EMOVE Cruiser. Always double-check connections and screws before riding.