DIA-COMPE DC980 Retro Canti Brake - Black Blue Lug Exclusive

Give your bike a distinctive classic look with the Dia-Compe DC980 Retro Cantilever Brake, featuring a special Purple Blue Lug colourway created exclusively for Blue Lug. Made by legendary Japanese bicycle component manufacturer Dia-Compe, the DC980 combines timeless cantilever brake styling with practical braking performance and easy maintenance

Designed for bicycles with cantilever brake mounts, the DC980 is an excellent choice for vintage MTB restorations, touring bikes, ATB builds, commuters, gravel bikes, and custom bicycles where classic styling and reliable braking matter

Classic Cantilever Brake Design

The Dia-Compe DC980 features a simple, timeless cantilever brake design that works beautifully with a wide range of classic and modern bicycle builds. Its clean mechanical appearance adds character to your bike without looking overly technical or complicated.

The Purple Blue Lug Special colourway gives the DC980 an extra dose of personality, making it an ideal component for riders who want their bike to stand out

Easy Adjustment & Maintenance

The Dia-Compe DC980 is designed with straightforward cable adjustment and brake shoe replacement, making setup and ongoing maintenance simple for home mechanics and professional bike workshops alike

The easy-to-service construction is particularly useful for riders who enjoy maintaining and customising their own bicycles

Made by Dia-Compe

Dia-Compe is a legendary Japanese bicycle component manufacturer with a long history of producing classic brake components. The DC980 continues that tradition with a practical design that suits today's vintage-inspired and custom bicycle builds

SOLD INDIVIDUALLY (Please purchase 2 qty for front and rear)

Specifications:

Cable routing: Center
*Brake shoes, cable hanger and straddle cable included