If the mods think this would be more suitable for the mechanics section, let me know. I just figured I'd throw it out here first, in case someone had a quick answer.


Lately I've been noticing a new problem with my front brake. Whenever I pull on my lever and then let go, the caliper twists clockwise (viewed from riding position), making the right pad stick to my rim.

this forces me to have to twist the caliper back into place constantly, which is annoying... and a little dangerous as well.

I was thinking that the mounting bolt may have been loose... but after checking, it was actually pretty snug on there.

Then I tried something else. I slid the brake lever a little farther away from the stem and that seemed to improve things a bit.

So I'm thinking it could be something with the housing. it does have a slightly sharp bend in it, which I think translates into not-so-smooth cable action. Right? So maybe it's too long...


Still the whole pivoting of the caliper raised another red flag.


Thoughts?