5ft Front Brake Cable

5ft Front Brake Cable

5-foot front bicycle brake cable featuring a black plastic outer housing, steel inner wire with barrel nipple end, and a pre-fitted cable end cap — designed as a direct replacement for front brake cables on road bikes, mountain bikes, cruisers, and general-purpose bicycles.

Key Benefits

• 5ft length suitable for front brake cable routing on most bicycle frames
• Black outer cable housing for a clean appearance
• Steel inner wire for reliable cable tension and braking response
• Barrel nipple end for compatibility with standard lever-pull brake levers
• Pre-fitted cable end cap to prevent wire fraying
• Smooth outer housing for low-friction cable operation
• Direct replacement for worn or damaged front brake cables
• Compatible with standard front brake callipers and levers
• Lightweight and durable construction
• Ready to install

Technical Specifications

• Type: Front brake cable with outer housing
• Length: 5 feet (approx. 152cm)
• Outer Housing: Black plastic
• Inner Wire: Steel
• End Type: Barrel nipple
• Cable End Cap: Pre-fitted
• Application: Front brake — road, mountain, cruiser, and general-purpose bicycles

Features

• Steel inner wire provides consistent cable tension and responsive braking feel through the full length of the cable run
• Black plastic outer housing protects the inner wire from moisture, dirt, and abrasion along the cable routing path
• Barrel nipple end seats securely in standard barrel-socket brake levers — the most common lever type on cruisers, mountain bikes, and hybrid bicycles
• Pre-fitted end cap at the cable tip prevents wire splaying during installation and after trimming
• 5ft length provides sufficient cable for front brake routing on standard to larger frame sizes — trim to length as required
• Smooth outer housing interior minimises friction between the inner wire and housing for consistent brake feel and lever return

Perfect For

• Front brake cable replacement on road bikes
• Mountain bike front brake cable replacement
• Cruiser and hybrid bicycle front brake servicing
• Children’s and general-purpose bicycle brake repair
• Worn, frayed, kinked, or corroded front brake cable replacement
• Routine bicycle safety maintenance
• Cycle workshop brake cable servicing
• New bicycle build front brake cable installation

Key Features

• 5ft Length: Provides adequate cable for front brake routing on the majority of bicycle frame sizes — the longer length accommodates larger frames and non-standard routing without the need for joining
• Barrel Nipple End: The cylindrical barrel nipple seats in the barrel socket of standard brake levers — confirm your lever uses a barrel socket before ordering (mushroom/pear nipple levers require a different cable type)
• Black Outer Housing: Matches black-finished bicycles and components while protecting the inner wire along its routing path
• Steel Inner Wire: Provides the tensile strength required for reliable rim brake operation under repeated braking loads
• Pre-Fitted End Cap: The aluminium end cap on the wire tip prevents splaying during installation and remains in place after the cable is cut to final length
• Direct Replacement: Standard dimensions and fittings compatible with the front brake cable routing of most common bicycle types

Application Instructions

1. Shift to the easiest brake position and disconnect the old cable at the brake calliper anchor bolt
2. Remove the old cable from the lever barrel socket by aligning the cable slot and pulling the nipple free
3. Pull the inner wire out of the outer housing — note the cable routing path before full removal
4. Feed the new inner wire through the new outer housing, leaving the barrel nipple end exposed at the lever end
5. Seat the barrel nipple into the lever barrel socket and confirm it is fully engaged
6. Route the outer housing along the original cable path, seating it at all cable stops and guides on the frame
7. Thread the inner wire through the brake calliper cable anchor and pull to the correct tension
8. Tighten the anchor bolt while maintaining cable tension — check brake engagement and clearance
9. Trim excess inner wire leaving approximately 25–30mm beyond the anchor bolt
10. Crimp the pre-fitted end cap onto the trimmed wire tip to prevent fraying

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