Originally Posted by
madpogue
It would take apr. 1 minute 23 seconds, and cost zero, to slide the caliper off the end of the handlebar and back on with the cable routed properly.
Every bike I have sold or given away to family and friends has had complete mechanical restorations. What I've come to realize over the years is that there are very few people who actually know how to do basic maintainance and repairs so I kind of feel obligated to pass along a bike that is mechanically sound.