Shims for Shimano dual-control levers?

[Kalidurga]

Thanks so much for the info, gringa loca! A few turns of the screw did the trick and it doesn't feel like the brakes need any adjustment (though I will check them when I go for a ride later). Again, I find it funny that Specialized, Shimano and the LBS tech didn't know this simple little thing.

One word of warning, though, for anyone else who tries this: The screw seems to be plastic. Be careful not to let the screwdriver slip or you can shred the head of the screw.

What bike do you have? I just got my Dolce in June.

I looked at the Dolce and almost bought it. I wasn't too keen on the color, though. I went back for a test ride and ended up talking to another guy in the shop about the type of riding I do, and he steered me towards the TriCross instead of the Dolce. I was concerned about the fit (much less top tube clearance than I was used to) but after a spin down the local side streets I was in love. Now that I've been fit and the brake levers are set, my sleek black pony is just right Thanks again!

[SR500]

I have Tiagras on my bike. And it just got shims. My LBS did it. They went on painlessly and did a great job of making my brakes reachable.

I also have Tiagras, and just ordered a set. Anyone have before and after pics?

[esther231]

I don't have pictures, I'm sorry.

The shims comes out a tiny little bit - it's not totally flush but it's not annoying cause they are black like the hood and have the same curve. They extend less about 1/16 of inch. Tiny. The shim goes between the hood and the brake lever. (I didn't install them, that's simply what it looks like to me.) I think he had to shape them alittle bit before he put them in. It couldn't have been much cause the whole thing took a couple of minutes. And it couldn't have been the part that extends cause that's completely smooth and has a manufacturing mark on it.

I hope someone who knows more than I do or has pictures shows up and gets on this thread.

Let us know how it goes? I'll keep my fingers crossed for you. They really do make a difference.