Automatic Stability Control; (Asc) - BMW R 1200RS 2016 Rider's Manual

and the lateral acceleration are
used to determine the inclination
of the motorcycle.
With an increasing inclination, the
braking pressure gradient is in-
creasingly limited at the start of
braking. This results in a slower
pressure buildup. In addition, the
pressure modulation in the range
of the ABS control is more uni-
form.
Advantages for the driver
The advantages of ABS Pro for
the rider are sensitive response
and high braking and riding sta-
bility with the best possible de-
celeration, even in curves.
Automatic Stability
Control (ASC)
How does ASC work?
ASC compares the wheel speeds
of the front and rear wheels. Dif-
ferences in the relative rotation
speeds allow the system to de-
termine the slip rate, and thus
the stability reserves at the rear
wheel. The engine-management
system adapts the engine torque
when the slip limit is exceeded.
What are the design
features of ASC?
ASC is an assistance system
for the rider and is designed for
riding on public roads. The ex-
tent to which the rider affects
ASC control can be considerable
(weight shifts when cornering,
loose luggage on the motorcy-
cle), especially when approaching
the limits imposed by the laws of
physics.
The system is not optimized for
special requirements resulting
under extreme weather condi-
tions on the racetrack. ASC can
be switched off under these con-
ditions.
WARNING
Risky riding style
Accident hazard despite ASC
The rider is always responsi-
ble for adapting his/her driving
style.
Do not reduce the system's ex-
tra safety margin with careless
riding or unnecessary risks.
Special situations
As lean angles increase, accel-
eration potential is also progres-
sively restricted by the laws of
physics. This can result in de-
layed acceleration when exiting
very tight curves.
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