brake lever play

homeroid
homeroid Posts: 6
edited March 2016 in MTB workshop & tech
Why would there be more play with my rear brake lever than my front?
The lever nearly touches the handlebar whilst the front stops halfway?
Anything I can do to adjust it?
Thanks
Homer
GT Rider
Cube Limited 29th
Trek Superfly FS 7

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  • darren636
    darren636 Posts: 102
    You can adjust cables, span adjuster, bleed the brakes, check pad wear.

    Depends on which type of brake you have.
    m-trax ti 1000- back when i was rubbish.
    evo 8 - i am continuing to be rubbish.
  • homeroid
    homeroid Posts: 6
    Sorry, forgot that bit
    Shimano Deore hydraulic
    Homer
    GT Rider
    Cube Limited 29th
    Trek Superfly FS 7
  • JBA
    JBA Posts: 2,852
    The most common reasons -
    Pads have worn down,
    Brake needs bleeding.

    I assume when you say 'play' you mean 'travel'.

    Have a look on YouTube and ParkTools for videos showing how to sort out both conditions.
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