It looks like this only has one front brake, I never normally use the front brake on my current bicycle. What do you all think of the bike's brake?
2010433
I switched the pads out because they were marking up the rims; they were not breaking as well as I wanted either. However, when I use the breaks I just have to apply them a bit sooner than I would like.
798507
It is a foot brake. Its actually a bar so you only need to push once to lock it, and not both sides for each wheel.
554099
The front wheel, the handlebars, and the pedals had to be installed which wasn't bad but the brakes took quite a bit of work to get them to work properly. There are many youtube videos that can give you a general idea of how to do it or I'm sure a bike shop wouldn't charge much for it.
2189810
This bike is equipped with a free wheel meaning if you push back words on the pedals you will not engage any brakes. It will jus spin feely. This bike does have handlebar brakes on front and rear. It does come with a kickstand.
347465
Yeah, we had to go by trial and error and never got the front brakes working. We are returning this bike and getting one from a store that is already pre built. The manual that came with the bike doesn't even tell you how to put it together (lame). It just explains what all different types of brake systems are and I guess is relying on the consumer to be well versed in bike engineering.
1169369
I feel better about having a front basket. rear baskets can make you feel like you will fall over if anything back there shifts. I personally love the wald 157 bike basket, its huge. not for suspension bikes though
1817914
Yes, the bike has both braking systems. I've found the pedal breaks work better for my daughter (she's 7) as the hand brake seems to need more strength than she can give.
991415
It does have a back pedal brake. My son loved this bike. Never saw one as cool as this around our neighborhood. Sold it used for $50 when it was to small for him. I would absolutely recommend this bike.
1151867
I like mine. The front wheel itself did not brake but the plastic holding it did nut they sent a new one. Also in the write up it states it can be made stationary but it can't. I use mine for jogging and biking. Biking works great on roads and trails jogging is best on trails. Walking in the road is ok but not jogging. But for price and durability it was a great buy.
1567044
I am sorry but, I am by no means an expert on bicycle components, and cannot say. What I can say is that this is a seven way rear controller and a simple friction controller for the three way front. My suggestion would be to find a six speed rear controller.
2214061
the bike only had Caliper brakes; I did return the bike to the seller because it was way too small. Note that it is advertised as a "one size" bike. That translates to a child's size.
173427
1) Make sure the back rim is out of round. I thought that at first then realized it was an optical illusion with the back tire.2) If the rim is out of round contact the manufacturer and discuss this with them. They will send out a new rim.3) The brake is identical to bicycle hand brakes. Google bike hand brake adjustments or loosen the cable a little going to the brake mechanism itself. This will take a few hand tools like Allen Wrenches and pliers. Also, make sure one brake pad is not sticking out closer to the rim than the other one.
82771
Yes. The handle operates the front brake and the rear brake is operated by back-pedaling. Great bike!
283170
The bike has both the standard cruise brake and a hand brake. Our daughter (5) only uses the cruise brakes so we are not sure how good the other one is.
173430
1) Make sure the back rim is out of round. I thought that at first then realized it was an optical illusion with the back tire. 2) If the rim is out of round contact the manufacturer and discuss this with them. They will send out a new rim. 3) The brake is identical to bicycle hand brakes. Google bike hand brake adjustments or loosen the cable a little going to the brake mechanism itself. This will take a few hand tools like Allen Wrenches and pliers. Also, make sure one brake pad is not sticking out closer to the rim than the other one.
1964549
I think your bike has just one front brake rotor - so just one set of pads is all you need.
1454978
no this bike is hand brakes only. So far this bike is a good one. Our boys, 4 of them(9, 8, 7, & 6) our big bike riders and this is the 3rd one this size. It seems as good and maybe a little better than the others. It's a good bike for the money.