diesel_dad
01-25-09, 10:16 PM
Just looking to convert my Brodie Ocho to drop bars. I have the Jtek bar-end shifter on order. But what levers do I need for the Shimano mechanical disc brakes?
Bicycle Mechanics - Shimano BR-M545 Mechanical Disk Brakes - What Levers for Drop Bars
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fuzz2050
01-25-09, 10:31 PM
That brake requires a long pull lever, so your best option is to use the Tektro or Cane Creek long pull drop bar levers.
https://www.bti-usa.com/public/item/DC4281
or
http://www.ebikestop.com/tektro_rl520_ergo_brake_levers_for_linear_pull_blackblack-BR7213.php
I think those are the only long pull levers made for drop bars as of now. You could also try a Travel Agent, but that's a whole 'nother can of worms.
https://www.bti-usa.com/public/item/DC4281
or
http://www.ebikestop.com/tektro_rl520_ergo_brake_levers_for_linear_pull_blackblack-BR7213.php
I think those are the only long pull levers made for drop bars as of now. You could also try a Travel Agent, but that's a whole 'nother can of worms.
Chris_W
01-26-09, 02:03 AM
Another option are the Dia Compe 287V (http://www.bikepartsplace.com/discount/brake-lever-set-l-and-r-287-v/) levers, but I prefer the hood shape of the Cane Creek / Tektro levers linked to above.
diesel_dad
01-26-09, 08:11 AM
Thanks for the responses. Just what I was looking for.