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Avid FR-5 Brake Levers
Item #: BL702A01
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Avids FR-5 lever is designed to work seamlessly with their mechanical disc brake, as well as other linear pull rim brakes. Its the most affordable way to add Avid quality and compatibility to your disc or rim brake system. It features a reach adjusters and "Bend Zone" lever blade for easy replacment in case of crash damage.
Sold in pairs. Item includes 2 levers, enough for one bike.
| Weight: | claimed 155g |
| Cables and Housing: | Not included |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsAvid FR-5 Brake Levers
(based on 34 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
95%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Lightweight (9)
- Easy to install (7)
- Sturdy design (5)
- Looks (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Mountain biking (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid cyclist (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)
Most Liked Positive Review
Economic and decent.
I use these for XC riding and racing. They replaced my OEM Tektro 379A levers on an '02 Cannondale Super V 500. Huge improvement in quality and performance. I used them with V-Brakes ...Read complete review
I use these for XC riding and racing. They replaced my OEM Tektro 379A levers on an '02 Cannondale Super V 500. Huge improvement in quality and performance. I used them with V-Brakes and then swapped out to mechanical disc. They work perfect for both. These are simple and lightweight. I don't need adjustability.
My FR-5's weigh 151g with clamp bolts.
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Most Liked Negative Review
I have had a couple...
I have had a couple of sets (1999 Specialized FSR Comp) of Avid V brakes and have had very good service from them under race and tough XC conditions. Good adjustability that doesn't need...Read complete review
I have had a couple of sets (1999 Specialized FSR Comp) of Avid V brakes and have had very good service from them under race and tough XC conditions. Good adjustability that doesn't need frequent readjustment , relative to some others. I have no need of the weight and complication of Discs or hydraulics. I live/ride in South Florida, not much in hills but Moisture is a killer here. For years, I've run several different sets of wheels/hub sets on the same frame and swapping out is NO problem with rim brakes. If I can get replacement levers, I intend on moving these to my mid-grade Hybrid road bike which gets much less abuse. Good enough but NOT Epic race grade. Replaced with Avid Ultimates. Hope to offer glowing report on this upgrade.
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Pros
- Easy To Install
- Lightweight
- Sturdy Design
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Avid FR-5 Brake Levers:
Good product. A little stiff but only got 30 miles on so far
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Great Stopping Power
- Handles Elements Well
- Lightweight
- Sturdy Design
Cons
Best Uses
- Mountain Biking
- Road Biking
- Wet Conditions
Comments about Avid FR-5 Brake Levers:
About the best flat-bar levers made. At this price, you cannot lose.
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Lightweight
Cons
- Noisy When Wet
Best Uses
- Mountain Biking
Comments about Avid FR-5 Brake Levers:
ok if used for light riding
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Lightweight
- Sturdy Design
Cons
Best Uses
- Mountain Biking
Comments about Avid FR-5 Brake Levers:
Used on a budget build. If you install your brakes correctly than speed dials aren't necessary. These work great for half the price
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Sturdy Design
Cons
Best Uses
- Mountain Biking
Comments about Avid FR-5 Brake Levers:
I bought these to replace the levers on a bike I was fixing for my daughter. These were easy to install and they work flawlessly. My daughter is not big, but she has no issues using the levers. Easy to adjust and built to work.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Handles Elements Well
- Lightweight
- Sturdy Design
Cons
Best Uses
- Mountain Biking
Comments about Avid FR-5 Brake Levers:
Fitted to a commuter bike with Avid BB7. These work well and are easily adjustable. No complaints for the price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about Avid FR-5 Brake Levers:
Great price works fine
Pros
- Lightweight
- Looks
- Perfect For Bb7
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Avid FR-5 Brake Levers:
These Avid levers are about 1/3 the price of higher end levers, and are of near equal quality and weight. I use these levers on all my bikes. They are inexpensive and do just what you want them to do. Give them a try I'm sure you will be pleased. They are very smooth, and provide good braking force.
Perfect for Avid's BB7 mechanical brakes.
Pros
- Feel solid
- Light
- Looks
- price
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Avid FR-5 Brake Levers:
Cant believe how inexpensive they are and how good they work. Why pay more when this deliver what they are designed to do!!!
Comments about Avid FR-5 Brake Levers:
They're very light, and easy to install, they the job very well, and look great.
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