Honda ST1100 1996+ Owner's Manual page 45

In some situations, a motorcycle with ABS may require a longer stopping distance to stop on
loose or uneven surfaces than an equivalent motorcycle without ABS.
ABS cannot make up for road conditions, bad judgment, or improper operation of the brakes.
It is still your responsibility to ride at reasonable speeds for weather, road surface, and traffic
conditions, and to leave a margin of safety.
ABS is self-checking and always on.
NOTE
ABS may be activated by riding over a sharp drop or rise in the road level.
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It is important to follow the tyre recommendations. The ABS computer works by
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comparing wheelspeed. Non-recommended tyres can affect wheelspeed and may
confuse the ABS computer.
ABS does not function at low speeds (approximately 7 km/h or below).
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ABS does not function if the battery is discharged.
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ABS Indicator Light
Normally, this light comes on when the ignition is turned ON and goes off after starting to
ride. If there is an ABS problem, the indicator light comes on and remains on - or blinks. The
ABS system does not operate when the ABS indicator light is on or blinking.
If the ABS indicator light blinks while riding, stop the motorcycle in a safe place and turn off
the engine. Turn the ignition ON again. The light should come on, and then go off after
starting to ride. If it does not go off or if it blinks again, ABS is not functioning, but the
brakes still work a Dual Combined Brake System and provide normal stopping ability.
However, you should have the system checked by an authorized Honda dealer as soon as
possible.
NOTE
The ABS indicator light may blink if you turn the rear wheel, placing the motorcycle
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upright on the stand. This is normal. Turn the ignition OFF to stop the blinking.
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