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Biker Biggles · 11-08-08, 04:11 PM

I always loosen the caliper torque arm so it can align itself properly with the disk.The disc moves slightly in relation to the caliper when you move the wheel back.Over the life of the chain that might amount to enough to give a slightly wonky rear brake.

11-08-08, 04:11 PM	#10
Biker Biggles Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Barnet Herts Posts: 5,071	Re: Tighening chain without a stand I always loosen the caliper torque arm so it can align itself properly with the disk.The disc moves slightly in relation to the caliper when you move the wheel back.Over the life of the chain that might amount to enough to give a slightly wonky rear brake. __________________ On a clear day we stand there and look further than the ordinary eye can see.