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Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
(NT700VA)
This model is also equipped with an Anti-lock
Brake System (ABS) designed to help
prevent wheel lock up during hard braking on
uneven or other poor surfaces while running
straight. Although the wheel may not lock up
- if you are braking too hard in a turn the
motorcycle can still lose traction, causing a
loss of control.
In some situations, a motorcycle with ABS
may require a longer stopping distance to
stop on loose or uneven surfaces than an
equivalent motorcycle without ABS.
ABS cannot make up for road conditions, bad
judgment, or improper operation of the
brakes. It is still your responsibility to ride at
reasonable speeds for weather, road surface,
and traffic conditions, and to leave a margin
of safety.
ABS is self-checking and always on.
• ABS may be activated by riding over a
sharp drop or rise in the road level.
It is important to follow the tyre reco-
mmendations (page 50). The ABS
computer works by comparing wheel
speed. Non-recommended tyres can affect
wheel speed and may confuse the ABS
computer.
• ABS does not function at low speeds
(approximately 10 km/h (6 mph) or below).
• ABS does not function if the battery is
discharged.
