ABS in the future?
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ABS in the future?
I was intrigued by the most recent October MoCo's owner's survey. One of the questions was regarding how much I would be willing to pay for an ABS on a Harley? An ABS would be a worthwhile option in my opinion.
I think HD offers an ABS on police models, so they have some experience.
It wouldn't surprise me to see ABS offered on 2008 bikes.
What do you think it should cost? I would think it would add another $500-$600 to the price.
By the way, one of the other questions was what I thought of adding cruise control to future models.
I think HD offers an ABS on police models, so they have some experience.
It wouldn't surprise me to see ABS offered on 2008 bikes.
What do you think it should cost? I would think it would add another $500-$600 to the price.
By the way, one of the other questions was what I thought of adding cruise control to future models.
RE: ABS in the future?
Well, I have repaired abs on automotive for the last 12 years. I must say the new systems do help control panic stopps on 4 WHEELS, But on a bike I just cant decide whether I like it or not. I think the cost would be around 350-600 but who knows, for what we pay for our rides it should come with it huh. I seen that in the moco poll I take part of. I do think cruise should be on all touring models for sure, but that is my opinion. Have a great day.
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RE: ABS in the future?
I'd buy it. I can't think of any good reason why I would want to skid my tires other than showing off.
Berfore they put in ABS I would like better brakes to start with. [&:] They do stop, and do it well but it sure requires a lot of pulling to do so.
Berfore they put in ABS I would like better brakes to start with. [&:] They do stop, and do it well but it sure requires a lot of pulling to do so.
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RE: ABS in the future?
I would pay for Anti-Lock brakes. They should just put them on every bike. It would save a lot of lives.
Cruise Control on the other hand does not interest me.
Cruise Control on the other hand does not interest me.
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RE: ABS in the future?
ABS would be fine. I won't have any more to do with integrated systems though. I want to decide when and where I want to use which brake.
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RE: ABS in the future?
I have a BMW with ABS and it really works great. Takes a load off your mind in rain, sandy roads etc.
On the other hand, I really hate the integrated and power assisted stuff they put on. Unneeded complications.
On the other hand, I really hate the integrated and power assisted stuff they put on. Unneeded complications.
