Inverse levers—Tektro RX4.1 or Dia Compe?
11-14-16, 04:50 PM
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Inverse levers—Tektro RX4.1 or Dia Compe?
I'm thinking of going with inverse levers on a Velo Orange Porteur bar. Which of these is better from a purely functional point of view? The bike isn't a classic. It's a Riv Sam 650b with Tekro R559 sidepulls, so I'm not trying to fit levers to period of manufacture. And I don't particularly care whether or not the levers and brakes match (by maker). I'm assuming either would function adequately, but wonder if the Tekros are stiffer, smoother, provide better cable pull, etc over the classic Dia Compes or vice versa. Any real world experiences among you?
11-14-16, 10:06 PM
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I have that exact set up on my Torpado. I will have to check (when I get home) as to which set of levers I have. I love it.
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