How to remove play from Ultegra brake levers (brfters)

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07-31-10, 02:51 PM

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How to remove play from Ultegra brake levers (brfters)

My right brake lever developed a bit of play (free travel) before I feel the pull of the brake system. The brake works fine. Is there an adjustment screw that regulates the play of the lever? I believe I have the ST6600 model brifter.

My left brake lever does not have the play. I downloaded the installation manual and exploded parts diagram, but I don't think it's addressed (printing is pretty darn small).

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Is the caliper quick release closed?

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Is the caliper quick release closed?

Yup. I'll guess that for the first five degrees of rotation of the brake lever, the travel is completely free- doesn't even feel like the cable is being pulled.