Download Manual: 2016 BMW Motorrad G 310 R Owner's Manual
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The amount of braking force that can be transferred to the road depends on factors that include the coefficient of friction of the road surface. Loose stones, ice and snow or a wet road all have much lower coefficients of friction than a clean, dry asphalt surface. The lower the coefficient of friction, the longer the braking distance.
If the rider increases braking pressure to the extent that braking force exceeds the maximum transferable limit, the wheels start to lock and the motorcycle loses its directional stability. A fall is imminent. Before this situation can occur, ABS intervenes and adapts brake pressure to the maximum transferable brake force, so the wheels continue to turn and driving stability is maintained irrespective of the condition of the road surface.