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Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
(CBF600SA/NA)
This model is also equipped with an Anti-lock
Braking System (ABS) designed to help prevent
wheel lock-up following sudden braking on
irregular or loose terrain while following a
straight-line direction. Even though the wheels
may not lock, braking suddenly on a bend may
cause the motorcycle to skid resulting in loss of
control.
In certain conditions, on uneven surfaces or
loose terrain a motorcycle with ABS may have a
longer stopping distance than a motorcycle
without ABS.
The ABS system cannot compensate for road
conditions, errors of judgement, or improper use
of the brakes. It is always the responsibility of the
rider to adopt a suitable road speed in relation to
weather conditions, the road surface, and the
traffic levels, while leaving an ample margin of
safety.
The ABS system is self-regulating and always
active.
• The ABS system may be engaged by
sudden upward or downward level
differences in the road surface.
Make sure you observe the prescriptions
concerning tyres (page 47). The ABS
computer acts on the basis of the
comparative speeds of the front and rear
wheel. The use of non-approved tyres can
affect the speed of the wheels and supply
confusing information to the ABS
computer.
• The ABS system is not active at low speed
(around 10 km/h (6 mph) or slower).
• The ABS system will not work if the battery
is discharged.
