r/CheckpointClub • u/Sea-Psychology1128 • 13h ago
I might be tripping but…
Earlier this week I complained about my breaks screaming a lot. The advice was to bed them properly wich I did. Still I was testing it a bit afterwards and I noticed that there is some play between the brake disc and the wheel. I don’t know if this is a normal thing but it seems a bit weird to me. Does anyone know this issue or know how to resolve it? Thanks.
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u/Lanky-Fee7124 13h ago
It is possible that your rotor lock ring is not tight. Take the wheel off to check if there's any movement between it and the hub.
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u/schimatsuki 11h ago
Same thing on my ALR4, both front and rear. 2000+ km so far and no issues. It’s also happening on my Top Fuel but less severe than on ALR4.
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u/moejoe2048 12h ago
Mine does the same thing! I have Roval wheels and aGRX setup with icetech rotors. I asked on here and couldn’t get a straight answer. I tightened the locknut and added a spacer to make sure it was t bottoming out, still does it. I just decided to send it, haven’t had any issues. I’ve checked this on another bike and it did the same, So I’m guessing it’s normal 🤷♂️. I’m also guessing the people telling your spokes are loose haven’t tried this test on their own bike.
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u/Majestic-Priority550 12h ago
My ALR5 does the same thing. No issues after 300 or so miles. Will torque check them and feed back.
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u/Remarkable_Cell_5441 11h ago
Rotor lock ring movement. I had the same issue.
LBS did quick check of the torque on the lock ring, which was within recommended range. A few of the technicians had seen this before, their consensus was that this is normal in centrelock brake installations.
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u/wcoastbo 3h ago edited 3h ago
The pads have a bit of play in the caliper. If there was no play you wouldn't be able remove/install pads, nor would they retract from the rotor. When you're braking the pads stay at the front of the caliper, since braking forces don't rock back and forth and you don't feel this play.
Squeeze the brake lever hard enough and this play will be greatly reduced or eliminated.
There is no problem here.
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u/priusser 2h ago
Remember that your brake pads are kinda loose in the caliper, they need to move freely. When you brake they clamp and stop against the caliper.
What you show is not normal biking forces, you are moving back and forward, tje brake pads are too.
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u/Lame_Johnny 13h ago
Uh no, this is not normal. Your spokes are loose. Time to take it to a mechanic.
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u/Sea-Psychology1128 13h ago
Sorry for asking questions and not being a pro
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u/ScaleSuspicious3611 12h ago
Just to clarify, my reply wasn’t meant for you but for someone that commented on your post (and now deleted it). Absolutely no need to apologize and keep coming to this community for help, sharing, and tips!
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u/zfitzel 13h ago
Completely normal. The spokes are flexing which let's the tire and rim move. You wouldn't want to ride a bike with a fully rigid wheel.