Originally Posted by
AlmostTrick
And make sure the pivot bushing is not loose, (like it is on the OP's bike) and make sure the cables and pads are adjusted so that full braking can be achieved before the levers hit (or pass) the handlebars.
That's sort of the problem. There's no independent way to adjust the suicide levers from the brake levers. Your strongest fingers are also located on the part of the lever that tends to flex a lot so you lose braking power. Honestly, there's better options now. He should just ditch 'em.