BMW HP4 gets first ever cornering ABS

BMW Motorrad will be offering an exclusive braking system, called ABS Pro, tailored specifically for the needs of supersports segment. ABS Pro is a refinement of the previous Race ABS system that will now enable ABS-supported braking while cornering. The system is retrofittable and can be acquired through BMW Motorrad dealerships. ABS Pro is initially reserved for the BMW HP4, the top supersports model in the company’s range.

The development of this system was initiated for its use on public roads, as many potential dangers lie in waiting. Though the originally fitted Race ABS already provided very high level of safety for straight line braking, ABS Pro moves a step ahead and offers more safety when braking on bends.

The new system adapts ABS control to the motorcycle's banking angle depending on the current situation on the road. As the banking angle increases, the brake pressure gradient is limited more and more at the start of the brake manoeuvre. This means that the pressure build-up is slow and gradual, and pressure modulation within the ABS control range is more even. The benefits of ABS Pro to the rider are a sensitive response and a high level of brake and ride stability together with the best possible deceleration on bends.

ABS Pro is available to its full extent in the modes "Rain" and "Sport". During the pre-ride check, the display "ABS Pro" in the instrument panel in conjunction with the modes "Rain" and "Sport" indicates to the rider that the ABS Pro function is available. By contrast, the "Race" and "Slick" modes for very sporty, experienced riders do not support the ABS Pro function since it is deliberately designed to be used on roads.