Tyres, Brakes and Suspension » ABS Tested Today

Let’s be honest, not many of us actually test our ABS regularly.

I got my chance today.

In a line of traffic on a narrow road. Not quite single track, but not generous. Dry surface.

I was picking off cars and I’ll be honest, I was quite close to the pickup with trailer in front looking for an overtake, when the car 3 in front decided to stop and let an oncoming car pass by.

Oops! Gap closing quickly. I grab a hard handful of brake lever and Judder, Judder, Judder!

All is well as I almost come to a standstill in a very controlled manner.

Very reassuring.

Must try it more often.

Zitat von Grumpy Goat im Beitrag #2

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The thing about the RS and linked ABS brakes is how stable the event typically is. Great safety characteristics.

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I had a similar experience in the Peak District last weekend, twice on single track lanes following cars I needed to grab a fistful and was grateful for the effectiveness of the ABS - truly a great safety feature as it works so well and without drama.
Still, I have to say I was disappointed with my riding that I triggered the need for it!

Zitat von Boxerboy im Beitrag #4

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Still, I have to say I was disappointed with my riding that I triggered the need for it!

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Zitat von Boxerboy55 im Beitrag #1

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Let’s be honest, not many of us actually test our ABS regularly

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Grabbing a handful, going into a decreasing radius corner on a 95F day will do it. Lever felt a little strange for a second, but did exactly what it was designed to do - keep my over exuberant self sunny side up