Lever and brake caliper Lam World champion

Lam World Champion brake – lever and caliper for vintage bicycles

Authentic Italian braking for classic road bikes

The Lam World Champion brake represents the finest Italian craftsmanship from cycling’s golden era. Designed for vintage and classic road bicycles, this set including a brake lever and Lam World Champion caliper stands out for its elegant design, light weight, and reliable mechanical braking performance.

Highly appreciated by collectors and restoration enthusiasts, this braking system offers an excellent balance between efficiency, durability, and period-correct authenticity.

Smooth and controlled braking performance

The Lam World Champion brake delivers progressive, smooth, and precise braking, perfectly suited to classic steel frames. The caliper allows accurate wheel centering and even pressure on the brake pads, ensuring effective deceleration without harsh locking.

The brake levers provide a comfortable grip and smooth cable pull, ideal for use with a vintage road handlebar or traditional drop bars.

Technical specifications

• Product: Brake lever + brake caliper

• Brand: Lam

• Model: World Champion

• Brake type: Rim brake

• System: Center-pull / side-pull caliper (depending on version)

• Compatibility:

  • Vintage road bikes

  • Classic racing bicycles

  • Traditional steel frames

• Material: Polished aluminum alloy

• Actuation: Cable-operated braking system

• Mounting: Standard vintage frame fit

• Finish: Bright polished aluminum with Lam World Champion engraving

• Era: 1970s–1980s (depending on production series)

Lam World Champion brake – key features

• Iconic classic cycling design

• Smooth and progressive braking feel

• Compatible with vintage road brake pads

• Ideal for faithful restorations or neo-retro builds

• Highly sought-after component for collectors

• Lightweight and robust brake assembly

The Lam World Champion brake is distinguished by the quality of its caliper arms, precise return spring, and the smooth operation of its cable braking system.

Recommended use

• Restoration of vintage or classic road bicycles

• Replacement of an original period brake system

• Authentic build on Italian or French steel frames

• Collector’s bike or fully rideable retro setup

Why choose a Lam World Champion brake ?

Choosing a Lam World Champion brake means preserving the true spirit of a vintage bicycle while benefiting from reliable, elegant braking performance. It is a character-rich component that enhances both the aesthetics and functionality of any classic or collectible road bike.