Rear brake - too fierce!

[alex_hughes]

Just had my Spanish engine rebuilt, rear brake was not particularly good or bad beforehand but now I can easily lock up the rear wheel...

What can I do to prevent this please?

Thanks

Alex

[bookertmgs1]

At the risk of being a smart arse - dont press as hard ?

Having a deccent back brake is desirable - rather than having something that merely hampers your progress into the back of a car that stops suddenely. I'd wager than most people want what youve got.

are you sure its not just a case of getting used to having a functioning back brake ?

If it really is that keen, then you couple of turns of the adjuster wheel should give you a bit more travel.

[Fast n Furious]

Some Spanish casings and brake cams are different to Italian / indian. The cam that lifts the shoes is at a slight angle to the shaft. If this part has been fitted the wrong way around it will give you a very bitey rear brake.
Best to remove your rear hub and check that the cam lines up with the shoes correctly.