Calliper brake levers designed for drop handlebars, Anodised aluminium finish stays looking good, even after hard use, Will fit a whole range of handlebar diameters, from 23.8 to 24.2 mm, Lightweight at only 258 g per pair, Ergonomic black hood and sculpted lever for comfort and control, Designed fo...

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Customer Reviews for Shimano Sora R400 Brake Levers

Review 1 for Shimano Sora R400 Brake Levers

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ejayt

City: Melbourne

Country:Australia

Age:19-24

Interest:Road Cyclist

Level:Regular

Gender:Male

Road Cyclist

Date:May 14, 2011

good entry levels

Pros: Attractive, Comfortable

Cons: Expensive

"Put these on my single speed, do the job as they should. The length of the rear cable included isn't very long, and the hoods make an annoying rattling noise which is taken care of by removing the seemingly superfluos grey inserts at the top of the shifters."

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Review 2 for Shimano Sora R400 Brake Levers

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Dandaman

Date:December 9, 2010

How to fix the rattle

Pros: Attractive, Good Fit

"As other reviewers have noted these levers can rattle. But it is easy to fix, there is a little grey plastic insert in the top of the lever which is visible when you pull it. All i needed to do was to push this in further and the rattling stopped.

I like the classic look of these , pretty happy with them. Price is pretty steep, but i don't imagine these are the highest selling item for Shimano so economies of scale probably aren't there."

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Review 3 for Shimano Sora R400 Brake Levers

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Rustman

City: Brussels

Country:Belgium

Age:25-34

Interest:Road Cyclist

Level:Regular

Gender:Male

Budget:Quality first

Road Cyclist

Date:September 22, 2010

Good standard brake levers

Pros: Great Value, Comfortable, Rugged

"Solid, easy to fit, comfortable hoods. Nothing special about these levers, but they do the job as well as any. I've got one on without a cable just for the hoods/hand positions and it's a bit rattly, but the one with the cable is quiet."

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Review 4 for Shimano Sora R400 Brake Levers

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Mtbikerian

City: Perth, Western Australia

Country:Australia

Age:35-44

Interest:Road Cyclist

Level:Advanced

Gender:Male

Road Cyclist

Date:September 19, 2010

Rattle City

Pros: Attractive, Comfortable, Good Fit

Cons: Poor Quality, rattles...

"I thought these brakes were bullet proof. I used to have a pair on the old bike and wanted to replace them due to the rubber getting old and sticky, so thought it was an easy choice. Unfortunately, they rattle as soon as you take your hands off them and place them on the bars. Not good. They even rattle over the smoothest tarmac. I think I will have to replace them wihsCane Creek 5's like the other reviewer."

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Review 5 for Shimano Sora R400 Brake Levers

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Bristolbridge

Age:55-64

Interest:Commuter

Gender:Male

Commuter

Date:June 19, 2010

"Good simple kit with clear instructions. Wasn't expecting to get cables as well so a pleasant and welcome surprise there."

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Review 6 for Shimano Sora R400 Brake Levers

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cassba1

City: Western Australia

Country:Australia

Age:55-64

Interest:Road Cyclist

Level:Advanced

Gender:Male

Budget:Quality first

Road Cyclist

Date:April 12, 2010

Problem solved!

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Pros: Comfortable, Durable, Good Fit, Great Value, Lightweight, Versatile

"Refurbishing an old Aussie built roadie that i have had for around 36 yrs and couldn't part with it.
Totally stripped down to bare steel then six coats of paint and over a few weeks rebuilt.
I used these brake levers to replace real old "safety" levers that were not good to use, anyhow these newies fit the spot well and they work 100%.....spring assisted as well which is a bonus as not all brands have this function.Married these up with new cables and Miche calipers (Wiggle of course) which I find work quite well.
Really happy with the old girl (bike that is) now although a lot heavier than the Pinarello still at least nice to ride."

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