Pretty much every model Japanese street bike comes with ABS in 2015, even their entry level bikes like the Ninja 300cc where it is a $100 option. On all other Kawasaki models it is standard equipment. It frustrates me to see Harley again trailing the pack in the adoption of new and better technology across their line, especially since a study was recently published showing ABS equipped bikes were 30% less likely to be involved in a fatal crash. IMO ABS is even more important on a bike than a car since if you lock the front wheel under hard braking or on a slippery surface the bike goes down, no ifs, ands or buts. It will probably result in far fewer people using the "I had to lay it down excuse" though.

 

And it's everywhere too!

I love mine on my 2012 FLHX.

 

ABS is okay on a bike, but what I would hate to see across the range is linked brakes. My Kawasaki is MORE of a handful in the wet due to linked brakes.

 

I had to google ubiquitous.

 

ABS does not replace common sense.

 

Was it everywhere?

 

Touché.


Wasn't sure how I'd like ABS on the bike but after having it engage once or twice I like it. Linked brakes don't bother me either.

 

True, but if you're an idiot it can save your life.

Dan

 

He could have gone with Omnipresent.

 

oh come on, a few on here could benefit from an increased vocabulary.