jd 125 reverse slipping

[jwimer]

I have a125 John Deere riding mower that is slow in reverse and completely stops on the slightest grade. Has anyone else had this problem and is there a fix for it?

 

[Auto Doc's]

Sounds like the hydrostatic transmission is worn out.

 

[Tiger Small Engine]

I have a125 John Deere riding mower that is slow in reverse and completely stops on the slightest grade. Has anyone else had this problem and is there a fix for it?

What you are experiencing is usually the beginning of the end of the transaxle.