BMW introduces ABS Pro

BMW Motorrad has introduced ABS Pro, an evolution of its Race ABS system which has now been adapted for cornering situations.

The ABS Pro function will initially be available as a retrofit on the HP4 from the end of October 2014, with the S 1000 RR likely to follow at a later date.

According to BMW Motorrad, ABS Pro “was deliberately conceived for use on public roads, where unexpected dangers can always potentially lie in waiting”.

Technically speaking, ABS Pro adapts anti-lock braking control to the motorcycle's banking angle depending on the current situation on the road. In order to determine the bike's banking angle, the system draws on the signals for roll rate, yaw rate and transverse acceleration as provided by the sensor cluster - which is already used for the traction control and dynamic damping systems.

As the banking angle increases, the brake pressure gradient is limited more and more at the start of the brake manoeuvre. This means that the pressure build-up is slower. In addition to this, pressure modulation within the anti-lock braking control range is more even. The benefits of ABS Pro to the rider are a sensitive response and a high level of brake and ride stability together with the best possible deceleration on bends.

The influence exerted by ABS control will depend on the riding mode configured. ABS Pro is available to its full extent in the modes "Rain" and "Sport". During the pre-ride check, the display "ABS Pro" in the instrument panel in conjunction with the modes "Rain" and "Sport" indicates to the rider that the ABS Pro function is available. By contrast, the "Race" and "Slick" modes for very sporty, experienced riders do not support the ABS Pro function since it is deliberately designed to be used on roads.

Contact your local BMW Motorrad dealer for more information.