Best Bike Brake Levers of 2025

"After my son fell and broke his brake lever, I bought this set of two. I only needed one, but the fit was great, slightly longer than the original. Installation was a breeze, and I appreciate the solid metal construction—no worries about plastic cracking. I plan to keep the extra handle as a spare."

"I ordered these brake levers after damaging my previous ones. They arrived quickly, and while there was a bit of a learning curve during installation, I actually prefer these over my old ones. They feel much better in use, although I have a slight concern about their durability."

"I needed a budget-friendly front brake for my fixed gear bike. These levers fit the bill perfectly. They may not be the best quality, but for under $10, they do the job well and look decent too."

"These brake levers are great quality and function perfectly! They fit my son's bike just right and were super easy to install!"

"I used these to replace the broken brake levers on my Mongoose, and they fit and functioned very well."

"As a grandma, I was able to put these on my grandson's bike myself, and they work great!"

"I just installed these on my flat bar road bike after converting from drop bars, and they work great!"

"After finishing my installation on a 70s 10-speed, I found this kit includes everything needed for front and rear setup. The levers can be adjusted for both short and long pull brakes, which is a fantastic feature. I couldn't be happier with how they look and perform!"

"I've had these for a while now, and I appreciate the good adjustability and Shimano quality. The color is a bit dark green, which I find strange, but I'm not too concerned about the color."

"I recently replaced the brake levers on my child's bike with these, and the difference has been remarkable. These new levers made it much easier for my 8-year-old to use the brakes effectively and safely. The levers are well-designed and fit perfectly, making the installation process straightforward. They require less force to engage, which is ideal for smaller hands. My child can now stop the bike with much more confidence and control. Overall, these brake lever replacements have significantly improved my child's biking experience. They are a fantastic upgrade at a reasonable price, and I highly recommend them to any parent looking to enhance their child's bike safety and usability."

"I laid down my folding E-bike in the back of my truck and broke off the cheap cast brake lever that came on the bike. These are a great direct replacement. The aluminum handles seem to be of good quality and have stood up to a lot of punishment over the last year. I like the red color; it stands out well against my all black bike. After watching a YouTube video, it took me about 30 minutes to install them. Most of that time was spent making adjustments to the brakes and getting them in the perfect spot for me. I can't say enough about them for the price."

"The quality of parts is nothing short of horrible. The tension screws to adjust the brake pad stripped on the first couple of turns. The brake pads themselves don't evenly touch the tire rim. I'm surprised I got it to work at all. Don't expect much at this price."

"I replaced the old lever on my son's bike, and it works perfectly."

"I upgraded my used Mongoose fat tire bike and the Tektro RS360A brake levers made a significant difference in stopping power. The installation was a breeze, but I wish there were more color options."

"These full aluminum brake levers give me confidence they won't snap like the previous plastic ones."

"I bought these about two months ago, and they are still functioning like brand new. I’ve had other pairs that lasted only a week, but these are definitely durable and easy to install. Totally worth the money!"

"Installation was a breeze on my kid's 18-inch bike. The metal feels solid and it was a direct replacement for the broken plastic lever. Very happy with it!"

"I was searching for larger brake levers, and these fit perfectly. They were priced right and the workmanship is surprisingly good for the cost. Very satisfied with my purchase!"

"I upgraded to these after using some cheap options, and they are much smoother and higher quality than I expected. I would definitely buy these again!"

"I replaced my son's original brake levers on his BMX bike with these, and they are so much nicer. It would have been nice to know that brake cables are included, making this an even better value!"

"I've ordered these brakes about three times now, and every time has been amazing!"

"I appreciated the ease of installation and the stylish aluminum alloy design. The product works well for my needs."

"I bought these for my son's Razor bike. The original brake handles were cheap plastic, but these replacements are heavier and better made. His bike feels like new!"

"I needed a brake lever for my son's bike after a fall. Although the installation was a bit tricky, this lever is much sturdier than the one that came with the bike originally."

"I appreciate this great product! I was able to fix my grandson's bike and now it stops perfectly, which he loves."

"I purchased these to repair my kids' bike. They fit nicely and look much better than the plastic ones I tried before."

"I almost took my bike for brake repairs, but opted to fix it myself with this product. It worked well and saved me money; now my brake lever is functioning properly!"

"I really appreciate Shimano's reliability and ease-of-use. This brake lever has met my expectations!"

"I was initially worried about the new mounting design affecting my adjustability, but after finding the right mounting bolt and adjusting it, I got it just right. The lever's side-to-side and radial adjustments are excellent, and it feels much more durable."

"While the fast shipping was impressive, I was disappointed that my premium lever didn't come with the necessary compression screw fitting and olive/barb. Now, I'm left sourcing those parts separately."