How To Fix Bike Brakes Lever. Bike sizing and fit have improved a lot since then. 2 types of bike brakes.
The front brake will function when squeezed, but since the lever wiggles so much it doesn't seem very safe. Adjusting the brakes by aligning the brake pads to the rim. Adjusting the brakes by tightening the brake cables through the caliper.
The pinch bolt holds tension on the brake cable.
If the lever hits handlebar and you pull it, then the cables are probably too loose. If not, then use a wrench so fix the bolts in a way (rotate downwards) so that the lever and the handlebar don’t crash with each other. Leave it that way overnight. To fix brake rub, make sure the brake is centered.