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My rear disc brake is attached to a bracket, which is attached to the frame.
This bracket is held by two bolts that each have a clip on them:

rear disc brake bracket

The clips are clamped around the bolts, and can easily be twisted around the bolt (without the bolt moving).

What are they for?

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    Modern version of Lawyer Lugs. With the raise of though axles, the lawyers needed something to do.
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From https://www.jensonusa.com/Shimano-XT-BR-M775-Caliper-Fixing-Bolt:

Keeps the bolt from backing out. Torq the bolt then slip the lock over the bolt head and rotate in the direction the bolt would unscrew unntil the tabs hit something. This will stop the bolt from turning if it loosens.

Also: https://bicycles.stackexchange.com/a/29154/908

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