Description
Bicycle Outer Brake Cable Housing – Bicycle Brake Outer Casing (5mm)
Upgrade your braking performance with premium-quality bicycle outer brake cable housing designed for smooth cable operation, reliable braking feel, and long-lasting durability. Ideal for MTB, road bikes, hybrids, BMX, and workshop use, this high-quality 5mm brake cable casing ensures consistent braking performance in all conditions.
Available in multiple lengths and colours, this brake housing is perfect whether you’re doing a full bike rebuild, workshop servicing, or replacing worn brake cable outers.
✅ Key Features
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Standard 5mm outer brake housing – fits most bikes
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Low-friction inner liner – smoother cable movement
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Improved braking feel – consistent lever response
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Flexible yet durable construction – easy routing
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Workshop-ready bulk lengths available
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Multiple colours for custom builds
🎨 Colour Options
Choose from a wide range of colours to match your bike build or workshop needs:
Black / White / Orange / Blue / Red / Green / Pink / Yellow
Perfect for:
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Custom builds
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Colour-matched restorations
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BMX aesthetics
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Workshop stock
📏 Length Options
Available in convenient lengths depending on your needs:
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3 metre length – perfect for single bike use
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7 metre length – multiple bikes or workshop top-ups
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25 metre workshop roll – ideal for mechanics & bike shops
Note: 25m rolls available in Black or White only
You’ll receive an approximate continuous length, allowing you to cut the exact amount required.
🚴 Compatibility & Application
This bicycle brake outer cable housing is compatible with:
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Mountain bikes (MTB)
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Road bikes
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Gravel bikes
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Hybrid bikes
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BMX bikes
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Kids bikes
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Mechanical disc brakes
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Rim brake systems
Works with all standard brake inner cables and ferrules.
💡 Why Choose This Brake Housing?
Not all brake cable outers are the same. This casing features:
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Smooth internal liner for reduced friction
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Strong outer layer for durability
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Reliable braking consistency
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Easy cutting and installation
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Trusted workshop quality
Ideal for:
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Home mechanics
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Professional workshops
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Bike restorations
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Preventative maintenance
🔧 Installation Tip
For best performance:
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Use a quality cable cutter for clean ends
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Fit ferrules to prevent fraying
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Replace inner cables at the same time for optimal braking feel
We stock compatible brake inner cables and ferrules.
🏆 Why Choose Hopkinson Cycles?
When you buy bicycle outer brake cable housing from Hopkinson Cycles, you’re buying from real cyclists — not a faceless warehouse.
✅ Free UK postage
✅ Family-run bike shop
✅ Decades of cycling expertise
✅ Real technical support
✅ Trusted by thousands of riders
✅ In-house stock & dispatch
We supply everyone from home mechanics to professional workshops across the UK.
📞 Need Help or Technical Advice?
We’re always happy to help with compatibility or installation advice.
📞 01924 274209
📧 info@hopkinsoncycles.com
🌐 www.hopkinsoncycles.com
Hopkinson Cycles
Queen Street, Horbury
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
WF4 6LP









