Brake tuningSo that the warranty is not voided

Stefan Frey

 · 12.09.2013

Brake tuning: So that the warranty is not voidedPhoto: Georg Grieshaber
Brake tuning: So that the warranty is not voided
Have you changed the pads on your brakes and not used original parts? This could cause problems with the warranty. But not with all brake manufacturers ...

Were the old brake pads worn out or squeaking? And when you changed them, did you immediately upgrade to cheaper ones? Then you should be aware of this: With most manufacturers, you lose all warranty and guarantee claims on the brake if you replace individual components such as pads or discs with third-party products. So before you install other pads or discs on a brake, you should weigh up how important the warranty claim is to you.

We have listed in the table whether brake manufacturers accept third-party components.

  Guarantee and warranty from brake manufacturers at a glance.Photo: BIKE Magazin Guarantee and warranty from brake manufacturers at a glance.

Stefan Frey is from Lower Bavaria and loves the mossy, loamy trails of the Bavarian Forest as much as the rugged rock of the Dolomites. For technical descents, he is prepared to tackle almost any ascent - under his own steam. As an accessories specialist, he is the first port of call for questions about equipment and add-on parts, while as head of copywriting he sweeps the language crumbs from the pages of the BIKE print editions.

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