Thread: Do hydraulic bicycle brakes work like ABS?
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Old 05-30-09, 10:59 AM
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Originally Posted by flatlander_48
The ABS functions because the car is moving and one wheel or more is about to lock. It doesn't have anything to do with how hard you press the pedal. Mine will activate occasionally in my driveway if I'm coming to a stop and there is a thin film of ice.
That sounds like it may be some kind of traction control working in conjunction with the ABS that may be malfunctioning, but I am not car expert.
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