Question 1

Does ABS activate each time when we brake?

Accepted Answer

ABS comes into play only when sudden hard brakes are applied. The rider can feel increased resistance on brake levers while ABS is on.

Question 2

Does ABS provide 100% safety?

Accepted Answer

No. ABS does help the rider to get out of tight situations and loss of control of the motorcycle but not in every scenario. It brings an extra layer of safety for the rider.

Question 3

Is ABS mandatory for all two wheelers in India?

Accepted Answer

Only for motorcycles having 125cc or above launched after April 1, 2019. For motorcycles below 125cc launched after April 1, 2019, CBS (Combined Braking System) is a must.

Question 4

What is the difference between ABS and CBS?

Accepted Answer

CBS can work on disc-drum combo while the ABS works only on disc brake combo. ABS improves reduces braking distance while CBS reduces rider reaction time.

Question 5

Is there driving style change needed while ABS is fitted?

Accepted Answer

No change in driving style is required.

Question 6

What if the ABS unit fails?

Accepted Answer

If any of the components fail, it gets switched off automatically without affecting the normal working of the brakes.

Question 7

What is switchable ABS?

Accepted Answer

Switchable ABS allows the rider to disable rear-wheel ABS to make the ride adventurous and exciting for experienced riders, especially in off-road conditions.

Question 8

What is the difference between dual channel ABS and single channel ABS?

Accepted Answer

Dual channel ABS comes with both front and rear sensor units while Single channel ABS consists of only one wheel speed sensor that too in the front section.

Question 9

How ABS works?

Accepted Answer

ABS unit comprises speed and wheel lock sensors. This sensor sent the precise data in milliseconds to the processor in the control unit when the tyres are going to lock along with the rotational speed of the tyres. Now when the rider applies the brakes hard data from the control unit is sent to brake lever sensors and adjusts the brake force accordingly to avoid locking of tyres.

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