2022 Kawasaki CONCOURS 14ABS Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology (K-ÄCT) – Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology (K-ĀCT) -Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
K-ACT system supports the district- union of the front/rear brake force in an optimum balance to maintain a stable vehicle position. When using the front brake lever, the right and left front calipers and the rear brake operate. When using the rear brake pedal, the rear brake and the right front caliper operate. The cooperative brake balance is controlled optimally in response to the vehicle status such as the brake input and the vehicle speed.ABS is designed to help prevent the wheels from locking up when the brakes are applied hard while running straight. The ABS automatically regulates brake force. Intermittently gaining gripping force and braking force helps prevent wheel lock-up and allows stable steering control while stopping. Although the K-ACT system supports the distribution of the front/rear brake force in an optimum balance. The ABS pro- vides stability while stopping by pre-venting wheel lock-up, remember the following characteristics:
- To apply the brake effectively, use the front brake lever and rear brake pedal simultaneously in the same manner as a conventional motorcycle brake system.
- K-ACT ABS cannot compensate for adverse road conditions, misjudgment, or improper application of brakes. You must take the same care as with motorcycles not equipped with K-ACT ABS.
- ABS is not designed to shorten the braking distance. On loose, uneven, or downhill surfaces, the stopping distance of a motorcycle with ABS may be longer than that of an equivalent motorcycle without ABS. Use special caution in such areas.
- ABS will help prevent wheel lock-up when braking in a straight line, but it cannot control wheel slip which may be caused by braking during cornering. When turning the corner, it is better to limit breaking to the light application of both brakes or not to brake at all. Reduce your speed before you get into the corner.
- Same as a conventional brake system, excessive sudden braking may cause wheel lock up that makes it harder to control a motorcycle. During braking, K-ACT ABS will not prevent the rear wheel from lifting.
WARNING
- K-ACT ABS cannot protect the rider from all possible hazards and is not a substitute for safe riding practices. Be aware of how the K-ACT ABS system operates and its limitations. It is the rider’s responsibility to ride at appropriate speeds and manner for weather, road surface, and traffic conditions.
- The computers integrated into the
- K-ACT ABS compares speed with wheel speed. non-recommended tires can affect vehicles Since wheel speed, they may confuse the computers, which can extend braking distance.
WARNING
Use of non-recommended tires may cause malfunctioning of K-ACT ABS and can lead to ex- tended braking distance. The rider could have an accident as a result. mended standard tires for this Always use Reco motorcycle.
NOTE
- When the K-ACT system is functioning, you may feel a pulsing in the brake. lever or pedal and feel a change of the braking touch. When the ABS is functioning, you may feel a pulsing in the brake lever or pedal. These are normal. Maintain braking pressure.
- K-ACT system does not function at the speed of approx. 20 km/h (12 mph) or below when the brake starts to be applied. ABS does not function at the speed of approx. 5 km/h (3.1 mph) or below.
- K-ACT ABS does not function if the battery is discharged. When driving with an insufficiently charged battery, K-ACT ABS may not function. Keep the battery in good condition according to the “Battery Maintenance” section.