Shimano BR-T4000 Rear V-Brake, Black

Fits a Kid’s Bike Fits my son’s Brand: Marin, Model: Hidden Canyon bike.The instructions that came with the brakes leaves something to be desired. I almost decided to take it to a bike shop the next day and have them install it. Fortunately, I went to this YouTube video: […] “Installing V Brakes on a bicycle” by Spadout.com. Except for his advice to use grease on the screw (~2:10, don’t do it as it will negate the lock-tite seen as a white paint that is already on the Shimano supplied screw…

I bought the silver front for a poorly maintained bike I purchased and restored for guests. I was surprised by how light and well finished it is for the price. It was easy to install, included everything needed, was easy to adjust, and it’s good looking. The bike will be ridden by an adult on flat Florida improved trails, so I can’t speak of its strength but it’s more than enough for the intended purpose. Not a criticism but a suggestion: include a crimp end so if the cable needs to be…