Brakes & Brake Parts
About Brakes & Brake Parts
UTV and ATV brakes stop the machine by friction. Pads or shoes press against a rotor or drum, and the parts around them carry force from your hand or foot to the wheel. Every one of those parts can wear, leak or stretch, so riders shop this group for routine wear items and for repairs after a soft lever, a noise or a stuck wheel.
The sub-categories follow the path of the braking force. The friction parts are Brake Pads for disc brakes and Brake Shoes for drum brakes, working against Brake Disc Rotors. Brake Calipers & Brackets hold the pads and clamp them on the rotor. Cable-operated brakes, including many parking brakes, use Brake Cables & Rods.
On hydraulic brakes the pressure starts in Brake Master Cylinders, and Brake Lines, Hoses & Fittings carry the fluid to the calipers. Fluid is stored in Reservoirs, Caps & Covers. Seals and small parts for repairs are in Rebuild Kits & Parts, and Other Brake Parts holds items that fit none of the other groups.
Brands here include Braking, EPI, SBS, EBC and Brembo. Front and rear parts differ, so pick your machine in the Ride Finder at the top of the page. Brakes are a safety system, so follow the service manual for your model, and see why parts do not fit and how to avoid it before ordering.
FAQs on UTV and ATV brakes
What is the difference between disc and drum brakes on an ATV or UTV?
Disc brakes squeeze pads against a rotor with a caliper. Drum brakes push curved shoes outward against the inside of a drum. Which type each end of your machine uses depends on the model, so check the owner's manual or look at the wheel before you order.
Which brake parts should be replaced together?
Replace the pads or shoes on both sides of an axle together. Check the rotors or drums at the same time, and replace them if they are worn past the limit in the service manual. If you open a hydraulic brake, bleed it afterward.
My brake lever or pedal feels soft. What should I check?
Start with the fluid level and look for leaks at the lines, calipers and master cylinder. A soft feel can come from air in the system, worn pads or a failing seal. Brakes are a safety system, so have a shop look at it if you are unsure.
How often should brake fluid be changed?
Follow the interval in your owner's manual. Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which lowers its resistance to heat. Use the type marked on the reservoir cap or in the manual, and do not mix types.
How do I find the right brake parts for my machine?
Pick your machine in the Ride Finder, then check whether the part is for the front or rear and for the left or right side. Many listings name the model and year range, so match those to your machine before ordering.
