Utility Trailer Brakes – UTV & ATV Brakes
If you have recreational, utility, or turf care vehicles, at Knott’s we understand the need for economical solutions for parking applications that we offer in our compact drum brake configurations. Disc brakes are best suited for service brake applications.
Furthermore, here at Knott, we offer calipers in place of expensive hydraulic systems when they are not required. So get the drum brake for a low-cost service solution with parking easily integrated as well.
Utility Trailer Brakes
Electric trailer brakes must have a brake controller. The brake controller modulates the electric current sent to the electric trailer brake when the brake pedal gets pressed in the vehicle. Furthermore, this device connects to the vehicle battery and the stoplight switch. Consequently, depressing the brake pedal charges the controller. They are types of electric brake controllers, time delay, and proportional.
Proportional controllers, also referred to as inertia controllers, have a mechanism that gauges how quickly the tow vehicle is stopping and regulates the power of the trailer brakes proportionally. With the proportional controller, the trailer brakes get applied simultaneously, at the same rate as the tow vehicle brakes.
The time delay controller has controls that must get adjusted by the operator of the vehicle. This adjustment compensates for the differing trailer weights at the moment that the trailer brakes get applied. If a controller gets adjusted improperly, it can result in too much or too little assistance from the trailer.
Utility Trailer Brakes:
- Draws power from the battery of the vehicle
- Simple lever system within the brakes that uses electromagnets
- Brake shoes attract magnetically
- Are most similar to drum brakes in a car
Electric brakes happen to be some of the most common trailer brakes found on trailers. By drawing power from the battery of the vehicle the wheels can stop. With the help of magnetic force, the wheels come to a complete stop.
Using a simple lever system inside of the brakes, stopping force gets achieved. This is where the power of the electromagnet operates to aid the braking system is functioning.
The magnet inside of the braking system is the force that attracts the brake shoes. This force causes them to apply pressure to the inner parts of the braking system which transfers the force directly to the wheels of the trailer.
This type of braking system is very similar to the drum braking system found in your standard car.
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ATV Brakes
When you engage in off-road riding, you’ll get into situations that require you to stop instantly. Unexpected turns and obstacles require quality brake parts. If you use your ATV for work purposes, your brakes have to withstand the test of durability. You must stop constantly and slow down reliably while pulling a heavy load.
If your ATV brakes are recently purchased, they’ll last for a while before they begin to show signs of wear and tear. Be mindful that the brakes can start to fail rapidly once they’ve been through moderate to heavy use. If you choose from our ATV braking solutions, you will be able to tell the difference between us and the competition.
How you ride your machine determines which ATV brake parts are best for your machinery. If you constantly ride through rough and rocky terrain, or if you speed, you’ll need higher quality parts. On the other hand, those who ride their ATVs solely for yard work or light trails will find that their brakes last longer with minimal effort.
Make sure that you get self-cleaning brakes to keep them functioning properly. The brakes come into contact with debris and mud on every ride, so it’s crucial to keep them as clean as possible.
You can choose from our high-quality selection of wave-style rotors, which is an excellent choice to assist with dissipating the heat. Take both the advantages and disadvantages into consideration when you get your brake pads.
You can get sintered pads or organic. The sintered pads give you optimal stopping power no matter the weather conditions. The organic pads are more for everyday use, but they still offer good stopping power and control.
Your front disk brakes are similar to these rotors, except that you find them behind the front tire. The reason for this is that the front brakes get used more often, and are efficient and quick to slow your machine.
No matter what brake parts you need, you can find them at Knott’s Brakes.
UTV Brakes
The floating caliper is the most commonly used braking calipers on trucks, cars, touring motorcycles, UTVs, and ATVs. You always use the foot pedals. We carry UTV brake shoes that are top-of-the-line. They provide outstanding braking, they have higher longevity, and they can stand up to long and harsh UTV rides. We also offer brake cable, lines, and premium brake fluid for remarkable performance.
Bleeding Brakes on a Utility Vehicle
If you ever notice that your brakes feel softer than normal when you apply pressure, it may indicate that there is moisture or air trapped within the brake fluid. When the brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, it produces a sponge-like feel beneath your feet.
It also corrodes the surrounding braking components. You have to bleed the brakes to remove this moisture and preserve your electric truck brakes.
If you are unfamiliar with this process, don’t fret, we’re here to help. At Knott’s Brakes, we pride ourselves on customer service and professionalism. We will help make sure you are set up with exactly the right brakes and brake parts to fix the issue.
Utility Trailer Brake Kits
Utility trailer brakes come in a coated or stainless steel vented system suitable for hydraulic brake systems, and they get painted for electric systems. We have trailer brakes for sale that will fit most standard trailer axles. You can order a complete utility trailer brake kit at Knott’s today.
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