Vision Aero Brake Lever Installation Instructions
Published –Oct, 2014. ZS148.v1 © Full Speed Ahead
Introduction
Congratulations on your Vision product. Please read these instructions and follow them for correct use. Failure to
follow the warnings and instructions could result in damage to product not covered under warranty, damage to
bicycle; or cause an accident resulting in injury or death. Since specific tools and experience are necessary for
proper installation, it is recommended that the product be installed by a qualified bicycle technician. FSA & Vision
assumes no responsibility for damages or injury related to improperly installed components.
In the event of an accident do not ride the bicycle until the brake levers have been inspected by an
experienced mechanic as they may be damaged even if no visible damage is apparent. If there is any visible
damage, the brake levers should not be used any further and replaced.
Always check brake lever and braking action before every ride. Inspect brake cable for wear,
corrosion, and fraying of the cable. If braking action does not feel adequate, or cable wear, corrosion, or fraying
is apparent; discontinue use of the bicycle until a new cable has been installed and brake has been adjusted
properly be an experienced mechanic.
Do NOT use shifter cable in place of Vision Aero Brake lever cable! Loss of braking may result
causing accident and possible injury.
Warranty
Full Speed Ahead (FSA) warrants all FSA, Gravity, Vision, Metropolis and RPM products to be free from defects in
materials or workmanship for a period of two years after original purchase unless otherwise stated in the full
warranty policy. The warranty is non-transferable and valid to the original purchaser of the product only. Any
attempt to modify the product in any way such as drilling, grinding, and painting will void the warranty. For more
information on warranty policy and instructions for completing a warranty claim, check out the Full Warranty
Policy found at our website: http://www.fullspeedahead.com/techdoc
Specification
Item Number/ Model Name BL-KO-99 / Metron Aero Brake Levers
BL-RO-170 / TriMax Aero Brake Levers
Optional Replacement Parts
Optional replacement Parts are available at reputable bicycle dealers and distributors of FSA and Vision Products.
Item Number / Model Name V0015 / Vision Brake Cable Set
Components
Follow the assembly order in the illustration:
① Handlebar or Base bar
② Wedge Bolt
③ Brake Lever Body
④ Brake Cable Housing
⑤ Brake Cable (inner wire)
Brake Lever Installation
• The vision Brake Lever is designed to fit aerobars with full internal cable routing and may not work with some models of V④ ision Aerobars and basebars.
• The vision Brake lever requires a minimum 36.5mm bore depth for complete insertion of the wedgebolt ② into the aerobar.
1. Measure the inside and outside diameter of the aerobar at the brake lever installation point① . The brake lever will only fit aerobars with a maximum Ø24mm and a minimum Ø22mm OD. The maximum ID is Ø22mm and
minimum is Ø18.75mm.
2. The brake cable housing ④ should be installed and cut prior to brake lever installation. Make sure the housing is free of sharp curves or kinks that could cause excess friction.
3. Squeeze the brake lever to access the 5mm allen bolt inside the brake lever body . Loosen the bolt ③ so the wedge bolt slides into the handlebar with no restrictions. Note: DO NOT remove wedgebolt from brake lev② er
body.
4. Insert brake cable housing ④ into brake lever until it reaches the housing stop.
5. Insert the Brake Lever and wedgebolt assembly completely into the handlebar ①.
Do not apply grease the handlebar or inside the Brake Lever Body or wedgebolt.
6. Adjust the Brake Levers to desired position and angle on base bar.
7. Tighten the 5mm Allen Bolt inside the brake lever body to torque of 60 kgf.cm / 6 Nm / 53 in.lbs. Do not overtighten. Always use a calibrated torque wrench to tighten all bolts on all Vision products.
Installation of Brake and Cable Housing
Only use the brake cables provided with the Vision Brake Levers. Use only Vision Drag-On Brake cable kit (V0015) if replacement cables are needed. Vision brake cables have a specially designed cable head. DO NOT USE
SHIFTER CABLES in place of Vision Brake Cables.
1. Measure and cut to length the Cable Housing ④ as required. Make certain that the housing ends are smooth and free from burrs.
2. Apply drops of lubrication into the forward open end of the cable housing. Install the Cable Ferrule (not shown) onto the ends of the housing.
3. Install Brake lever into aerobar as instructed in “ Brake Lever Installation ” section.
4. Insert the Vision Brake Cable ⑤ through the lever and cable housing. If the cable does not slide freely through the housing, check for sharp bends or burrs in the cable housing. Ensure the head of the Vision brake cable is
properly seated in the Vision Brake Lever.
5. Attach the cable to the caliper and adjust the brake. Following the brake caliper manufacturer’s instructions.
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