What are the design
characteristics of the
BMW Motorrad ABS?
The BMW Motorrad ABS en-
sures driving stability on any
surface within the limits of driv-
ing physics. The system is not
optimized for the special condi-
tions encountered under extreme
weather during off-road and race-
track use.
Special situations
To detect the tendency of the
wheels to lock up, the speeds
of the front and rear wheel are
compared. If implausible values
are detected over a longer period
of time, the ABS function is de-
activated for safety reasons and
an ABS fault is indicated. A self-
diagnosis routine must be com-
pleted before the error will be
displayed.
In addition to problems on the
BMW Motorrad ABS, unusual
driving conditions can also lead
to a fault message.
Unusual riding conditions:
Driving on the rear wheel
(wheely) for a longer period.
Rear wheel spinning in place
with front brake engaged (burn
out).
Locked-up rear wheel for a
longer period of time, e.g.
when riding downhill offroad.
Should a fault code result due to
one of the driving conditions de-
scribed above, the ABS function
can be reactivated by switching
the ignition off and then on again.
How important is regular
maintenance?
Any technical system is al-
ways only as good as its
maintenance condition.
To ensure that the
BMW Motorrad ABS is in an
optimally maintained condition, it
is vital that the specified running-
in checks be complied with.
Reserves for safety
But remember: the potentially
shorter braking distances which
BMW Motorrad ABS permits
must not be used as an excuse
for careless riding. ABS is pri-
marily a means of ensuring a
safety margin in genuine emer-
gencies.
Be careful in curves! When you
apply the brakes on a corner,
the motorcycle's weight and
momentum take over and even
BMW Motorrad ABS is unable to
counteract their effects.
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with Tire Pressure Control
(TPC/RDC)
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