Abs (Anti-Lock Brake System) Models Only - Triumph Tiger Handbook

ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
models only
Warning
Where fitted, ABS prevents the wheels
from locking, therefore maximising the
effectiveness of the braking system in
emergencies and when riding on slippery
surfaces. The potentially shorter braking
distances ABS allows under
conditions are not a substitute for good
riding practice.
Always ride within the legal speed limit.
Never ride without due care and attention.
Always reduce speed in consideration of
weather, road and traffic conditions.
Take care when cornering. If the brakes are
applied in a corner, the ABS will not be
able to counteract the
momentum of the motorcycle. This can
result in loss of control and an accident.
Under some circumstances it is possible
that a motorcycle equipped with ABS may
require a longer stopping distance than an
equivalent motorcycle without ABS.
How to Ride the Motorcycle
ABS Warning Light
The ABS indicator light illuminates to show
that the ABS function is not available.
Illumination is normal after engine start-up,
and until the motorcycle first reaches a speed
exceeding 6 mph (10 km/h). Unless there is a
fault, it should not illuminate again until the
engine is restarted.
If the indicator light becomes illuminated at
any other time while riding it indicates that
the ABS has a malfunction that requires
certain
investigation.
Note:
• Normally, the rider will perceive
ABS operation as a harder feel or a
pulsation of the brake lever and
pedal. As the ABS is not an
integrated braking system, it does
not control both the front and rear
weight and
brake at the same time, this
pulsation may be felt in the lever,
the pedal or both.
• The ABS may be activated by
sudden
changes in the road surface.
If the ABS is not functioning, the brake
system will continue to function as a
non-ABS braking system. Do not continue
to ride for longer than is necessary with the
indicator light illuminated. Contact an
authorised Triumph dealer as soon as
possible to have the fault checked and
rectified. In this situation braking too hard
will cause the wheels to lock resulting in
loss of control and an accident.
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