wolfy

Hi, Just got a new te 310. Rear brake doesnt seem to have much stopping power. Anybody had this problem.

I don't even use the rear brake on my 250. There's enough engine braking when off the throttle.

I use the rear brake alot. On my 09TE450 when brand new was very strong and either on or off- not as weak or seemingly progressive as I was used to. So the rear would lock up alot... Now it is perfect- I can use it progresively or lock up with ease to swing the rear around if need be in tight sections. Basically the change came from the rotor/pads being worn in a bit.

I would definately bleed it well- then if you don't like it- ensure it is adjusted to your liking. It may not be set high enough for you making you reach to get to the point it is doing its work...

my front brake has gotten a bit spongy lately but i actually prefer it that way. i have to pull the lever quite a bit to lock it up now so it's more forgiving for a spazz like me to use.

A spongy brake could be a precursor to a calamity. It is an indication of wear or insufficient fluids. personally I would have a close look, hate to have a failure when in a difficult and pressing situation.

i changed the fluid recently and when i bled the brakes i just stopped when it got the pressure back that i wanted. fluid is new and the line appears to be in good shape. it got spongy from not topping off the fluid as the pads wore down to oblivion, i'm pretty sure i just left a touch of air in the system. hopefully i don't become a statistic because of it.

Thanks for the tips everyone. Had the brake bled at the dealer but it really didnt have any air in it and we thought it might improve with a few rides. I,ll have to get back to the dealer as the rear brake really is weak. Pads seem to contact disc ok but just not gripping as they should.This is my first Husky so hopefully we can sort it out.