BMX U-Brake Troubleshooting and Adjusting

In this video, I show you how I troubleshoot problems I have with U-brakes. This video will cover the majority of the problems you will encounter with U-brakes. If you have any other questions, feel free to comment below.
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[@StevenR365]

Just got hold of a diamond back grind from my neighbour who was throwing it away. Nothing wrong with it, giving it a once over and gifting to my nephew. Never touched a bmx before so thanks for the video bro 👍 appreciate it

[@calvinvdburgt2167]

Thanks bro, one brake wasnt moving and thanks to you i can now ride again

[@ishraniling1569]

Me too

[@NicoGBMX]

me too

[@finnisgay5056]

Nice video once again.

[@ishraniling1569]

Thanks this helped me

[@bickyboy569]

Dude I found a bike on ice and took it home but I have never worked on that type of break you made one thing get checked off my list of things to do for it

[@birthtoolbox]

Do you have a video about front U brake problems? My son has the Odyssey Springform and I can't figure out how to adjust it.

[@clumsybee5659]

ill try ur method thanks

[@snaswedey]

I installed the Speingfield and well hard to describe but one of the pads are further away from the rim then the other one that are closer. My non professional conclusion is that my rim isnt centered, however after changing to a 28T sprocket i cant get it more center then what it is because then the chain tension is way to much, it way to tight. Anyway i can brake so it isnt really a problem for now. I watched your clip installing the Spreingfield, only difference from you is that my install took like 3,5 hours =D

[@gillmccuddy]

Good video

[@exj08]

You saved my life

[@bobsimon3086]

What if the non pad end of one side keeps rubbing the crank? I can’t figure out how to adjust it away

[@SDL61904]

Hello i have a brake bit on the saddle thing the wire only has one ball the brakes i bought are the rant vII spring u brake can you help me out

[@jessarellanes6648]

Great 👍

[@donfilion5184]

thanks a lot! great video

[@thebasementbikeshop2336]

You’re welcome! Glad I could help!

[@Kasmin415]

Also make sure the the two connectors at the end of the brake cable are properly connected to the brake claws haha ! (i simply rotated them, before they were on the wrong side and now my springfields will work fine hopefully)
#nosqueekyshizzlefornow

[@zarcotics]

I have everything on Rob but my brakes and the two hooks hook on the brake and when i go to put those two hooks in the brakes it just falls out and my cable has stray metal wire but works and i did everything you said but those two hooks keep falling out because it doesn’t hook on like yours does

[@thebasementbikeshop2336]

I'm having a hard time picturing it. if you want, you can send a picture to [e-mail]. it might be that your cable is returning faster than your brakes. it could be that your brake is hanging up or there is not enough tension on your springs. or something wrong with the straddle cable connection.

[@khamisi__6378]

thx

[@Blackberries.86]

My bottom caliper arm rubs on the seat stay 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@spets234]

I was wondering how I can fix the brakes not halting the wheel to a complete stop (like it won't leave black lines if I would be speeding and grab the lever it just slows the back wheel but not to a complete stop) If you could assist with this it would be amazing, thanks in advance!

[@thebasementbikeshop2336]

If it feels like there is enough pressure but the wheel just isn't stopping, try cleaning your rims with simple green or windex.

[@Songoku_pet12]

I have the first problem but on the other wheel

[@dongilatorlv]

I have different type of u break

[@francissobotka8725]

The first part you check is the lever then cable then brake itself .your instructions to install brakes do not cover sanding and lubing the posts

[@AllBikesZach]

It almost is like my hanger is too long

[@adamharris8133]

YOU DIDNT ADJUST THE BRAKE ????