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Originally Posted by Easy Rider
There is a little more to it but the basic method to adjust the rear brake is to tighten that nut until the brake just starts to drag and then back the nut off 1/2 or 1 turn until it just barely releases. That needs to be done with the rear wheel OFF the ground so it turns freely. The rear brake is pretty weak to start with; adjusting it too loose makes that even worse.
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This exactly how I adjust mine. I want the brake to be applied as soon as I put any pressure on the pedal not half a second later. A long throw on the rear brake pedal makes it difficult for me to feather the brake.
When adjusting your rear brake be sure to check the brake light. It's adjustable too.