Step two – inspect the wheel rim
Step two – inspect the wheel rim
Removing the wheel presents an ideal opportunity to check the braking surface of the rim. Some come with wear indicators, typically a groove around the circumference, below the brake track, or a series of dots at regular intervals. When the groove or dots have disappeared, it’s time to replace the rim.
A further indication of rim wear can be found in worn graphics. “As the pads become thinner, their orientation to the rim changes, and they move down towards the sticker,” says Jon. Unless you have experience as a wheel builder, replacing the rim is likely to be a job for a professional.