Rio Beach

How do I stop a beach cruiser?

I want to buy a beach cruiser but I don't know how to stop that bike without hand breaks. I have not been riding a bike for years and this is my first time to get a cruiser. Please don't look down on me, I just want a clear answer so I can be sure I will be safe when I ride the bike. Thanks!

Public Comments

1. if their are no pedal or hand breaks dont bother gettin the bike.
2. A bike usually has 1 of 2 kinds of brakes - hand brakes or pedal brakes. If there are no hand brake levers, then try pedaling backwards. The pedals should move maybe 1/8 of a turn at most, and then apply the brakes.
3. Most cruisers have what is called a coaster or "foot" brake. These have been the same for years. Simply pedal backwards and the brakes will be applied.
4. quit pedaling
5. pedal backwards
6. Beach Cruisers usually have pedal breaks. Just pedal backwards and it will stop.