Disc brakes are a popular choice among many riders due to their ease of use and impressive stopping power. Unfortunately, BMX bikes cannot use disc brakes due to potential safety issues.
Thankfully, there are solutions to these problems. Installing a disc brake conversion kit on your bmx bike will guarantee its safe and smooth operation.
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Brake Caliper
Disc brakes are the latest craze in BMX racing, offering maximum stopping power and a smooth, controlled pedal stroke. Not only that, but they require less effort, have lower maintenance costs, and are more reliable than traditional rim brakes.
If you want to take your BMX riding to the next level, installing a front and rear disc brake kit may be worth considering. Unfortunately, it’s not as straightforward as simply mounting two calipers onto your bike; you need to replace your rear wheel with one that has disc-ready hub, then relace the wheels so the caliper can mount securely to your frame – an intimidating task if this has never been done before! Additionally, professional welding skills are necessary for success; therefore, finding an experienced bike shop or frame builder who can do this task for you would be most effective.
Brake Lever
A BMX disc brake conversion kit includes a lever designed to help you stop quickly and safely. Crafted from high quality aluminum with a chrome finish, this lever fits all BMX frames perfectly.
Some BMX bikes lack caliper mounts, making it difficult to mount disc brakes. Frame builders can sometimes provide solutions; however, this process may be time-consuming and costly.
Thankfully, many bike manufacturers create frames that are disc brake ready. These frames feature a rear hub that can accommodate disc brakes for added control.
If you want more braking performance from your stock master cylinder and distribution block lines, Right Stuff brand “No Brainer” brake line kits may be the answer. These kits are engineered to match the calipers, pads and hoses of a conversion kit and include a brake booster which adds an extra layer of stopping power without needing valve cover modifications.
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Brake Cables
BMX brake cables are the most commonly used type of cable used on bikes with cable-pull brakes (such as rim or non-hydraulic disc brakes). They consist of an inner wire made up of braided stainless steel wire and an outer housing connected to the brake lever, caliper or cantilever. When activated by pressing on the pedal, these cables transmit force from the brake pedal through tension on their inner cable and compression on their outer housing.
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Brake cables come in either the cable inner only or as a complete kit with both housing and cable inners. Generally, the former works fine for replacing an existing broken cable; however, if you want to improve performance or fix bent and damaged housings, consider investing in a full kit which includes both longer inners as well as appropriate lengths of cable housing that will fit your frame perfectly.