Brake Levers for MAFAC Centerpull Brakes

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01-22-17 | 05:08 PM

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Brake Levers for MAFAC Centerpull Brakes

I am doing a rebuild/restoration on a 1974 PEUGEOT MIXTE UO-18, on a penny budget. Original brake levers are MAFAC plastic and have broken tips. I am looking for super cheap replacements. But with all the info. Online I am confused on what kind to buy. I have porteur style handlebars and need to replace cables. So the end on cables doesn't matter at this point since I will buy whatever is compatible to my new brake levers. Please send me links, or suggestions on brake levers that I can use. Thank you

01-22-17 | 05:43 PM

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01-22-17 | 05:58 PM

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[MENTION=450859]cyclingarri[/MENTION] I am pretty sure that I have a couple of pairs of spare Mafac levers. PM me if you are interested in a trade. I would be happy to help.

01-22-17 | 08:26 PM

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First I'd check out your local bike Co-op for Weinmann or Dia-Comp levers for upright bars, or look for these.
Tektro FL750 City Brake Levers for 22.2 dia Bars - Levers - Brakes & Parts - Components , or
VO City Bike Brake Levers - Levers - Brakes & Parts - Components.

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01-22-17 | 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Chris W.

I've restored 3 UO-18 mixtes, and just started my fourth this week, all with various styles of upright bars. The first I had the original Peugeot bars and plastic levers. The second I used the aforementioned Dia-Comp, the third, the Weimann. I got the Weinmann on Craigslist recently attached to some funky bars. All three styles look great on the bikes. The fourth I'm setting up for some serious riding in the hills of SF, with a triple crank, so I'm using a nice set of Forte levers that have a much more positive and secure feel. I've used the Forte with the Mafacs before and they work/feel great. Shimano makes a more expensive version. Neither have the vintage look though.

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01-22-17 | 10:18 PM

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Cable out the top, road, or cantilever straight bar levers.

the dia compe guidonnet levers will do, too..

01-23-17 | 11:25 AM

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I prefer the VO City Brake Levers. The stainless clamps will never rust and the nylon bushings give them a less sloppy feel. They happen to be on sale right now for $20.

01-23-17 | 11:35 AM

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+1 on the VO City Levers, I've used several sets over the years and have not been disappointed.

01-23-17 | 12:06 PM

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Thanks to all

Awesome advice and suggestions.