This tool will help you diagnose and fix any issue with the front brake:. Click here to start Front Brake troubleshooting

This tool will help you diagnose and fix any issue with the front brake:<a href="https://guardianbikes.typeform.com/to/zyu2L5pd" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Click here to start Front Brake troubleshooting</a>&#xA0;<div data-block="true" data-editor="8604n" data-offset-key="e3h45-0-0" id="isPasted"><div data-offset-key="e3h45-0-0">Please note:&#xA0;the bike has to have weight on it &amp; be moving in a forward motion for the front brake to engage. The brake cables must be straight and not twisted around the front of the bike.&#xA0;</div></div>

Front brake diagnostic tool

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New bike assembly instructions

Technical and setup help for your Guardian balance bike

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Technical and setup help for 14", 16", and 20" small Guardian Bikes.

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Technical and setup help for your 20" large Guardian bike.

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Front brake is not working

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Front brake rubbing on both sides of the wheel

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Front brake engages while turning

Replace steering limiter

Chain help

Training wheel installation

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Rear wheel locked up (brakes not rubbing)

Front brake is rubbing on both sides of the wheel

Older Wald training wheels for 14", 16" and 20" small bikes

Shifting and gears diagnostic tool

Training wheel installation (geared bike)

Raise handlebar

Tire and tube

Connecting the front brake

Front brake is rubbing on one side of the wheel

Front wheel and brakes setup guide

Training wheels for geared bikes (20" Large, 24", 26")

Training wheels for single speed bikes (14", 16" and 20" small)

Helmet Fitting

Water bottle holder installation

Install new grips

Seat clamp

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Install bell with shims (12", 14", 16" bikes)

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Install brake lever on the left hand side

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How to maintain a Guardian Bike

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How to Adjust the Brake Lever Reach

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