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One of the first things many mechanics will do when checking a bike is to pull the front brake. This not only checks the function of possibly the most important safety feature on the bike, but can also be used to check headset tightness in one fell swoop.
The feel of different types of brake changes between model and manufacturer as well as the braking system used. Anticipating this 'feel' is mostly down to experience.
Generally speaking, a mechanic should always put the braking system of a bike through an initial safety check. There are also many common problems that can be resolved with some fine tuning or simple servicing tasks.
