{"product_id":"tektro-fl540-flat-bar-brake-levers-black-silver-pair","title":"Tektro FL540 Flat Bar Brake Levers – Black\/Silver (Pair)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"355\"\u003eThe Tektro FL540 flat bar levers are designed for bikes using caliper or cantilever rim brakes. They provide the correct cable pull for these brake types and are commonly used on road conversions, touring bikes, and older mountain or cyclocross setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"487\"\u003eThese are not V-brake levers—they’re intended for short-pull brake systems where lever compatibility is critical for safe braking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"717\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"505\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"508\"\u003e• Short-pull brake levers for caliper and cantilever brakes\u003cbr data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"570\"\u003e• Forged aluminum levers with cast aluminum bodies\u003cbr data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"623\"\u003e• Two-finger lever shape\u003cbr data-start=\"647\" data-end=\"650\"\u003e• 22.2mm (7\/8\") flat bar clamp diameter\u003cbr data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e• Sold as a matching pair\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"987\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"748\"\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Use Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"751\"\u003e• Designed for caliper and cantilever rim brakes\u003cbr data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"802\"\u003e• Compatible with standard flat handlebars (22.2mm clamp area)\u003cbr data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"867\"\u003e• Not compatible with linear-pull (V-brake) systems\u003cbr data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"921\"\u003e• Not compatible with hydraulic brakes\u003cbr data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"962\"\u003e• Black and silver finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eService \/ Ownership Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1023\"\u003eBrake lever and brake type must match. Using these levers with V-brakes will result in poor braking performance. They’re commonly installed during bar swaps, restorations, or when converting older frames to flat bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1505\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1263\"\u003eFit \u0026amp; Use Signals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e• Good fit if your bike uses caliper or cantilever rim brakes\u003cbr data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003e• Good fit for flat bar conversions with short-pull brakes\u003cbr data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003e• Good fit for touring or vintage setups\u003cbr data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003e• Not a fit for V-brake systems\u003cbr data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003e• Not a fit for hydraulic disc brakes\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tektro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52923530019130,"sku":null,"price":45.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5735\/8394\/files\/120076.jpg?v=1769014201","url":"https:\/\/gograva.com\/products\/tektro-fl540-flat-bar-brake-levers-black-silver-pair","provider":"Grava Adventure Corporation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}