2012 Harley-Davidson Switchback Owner's Manual (Page 35 of 152)

2012 Harley-Davidson Switchback Owner's Manual
Posted on 15 Mar, 2016
Model: 2012 Harley-Davidson Switchback
Pages: 152
File size: 3 MB

Get Manual

Online Viewer
Some models are equipped with an anti lock braking system.
Non ABS Brake System
Apply brakes uniformly and evenly to prevent wheels from locking. Use front and rear brakes
equally for best results.
Do not apply brake strongly enough to lock the wheel. A
locked wheel will skid and can cause loss of vehicle
control, which could result in death or serious injury.
(00053a)
Anti Lock Brake System (ABS)
Harley Davidson's Anti Lock Brake System assists the rider in maintaining control when braking in
a straight line emergency situation. ABS operates independently on front and rear brakes to keep
the wheels rolling and prevent uncontrolled wheel lock ups either on dry pavement or on slick
surfaces such as gravel, leaves or when riding in wet conditions.
ABS: How It Works
The ABS monitors sensors at the front and rear wheels to determine wheel speed. If the system
detects one or both wheels are slowing down too quickly, which indicates they are close to
locking, or if the deceleration rate does not match a criteria stored in memory, the ABS reacts.
The system rapidly opens and closes valves to modulate the brake caliper pressure utilizing only
the brake lever/pedal pressure being applied by the rider. During ABS activation, the system
provides the electronic equivalent of manually pumping the brakes and is capable of cycling up to
seven times per second.
The rider will recognize ABS activation by the slight pulsing sensation in the hand lever or the rear
brake pedal. The pulsing sensation may also be accompanied by a clicking sound from the ABS
module. Both are the result of normal operation. Refer to ABS Symptoms and Conditions.
ABS: How To Use
While an advantage in emergency braking, ABS is not a substitute for safe riding. The safest way
to stop a motorcycle is upright with both wheels straight.
Harley Davidson ABS is a manual assist system. When in an emergency stopping situation,
maintain pressure on the brakes through all ABS events. Do not modulate or "pump" the brake
controls. The wheels won't lock until the end of the stop when motorcycle speed reaches
approximately 4 mph 6 km/h and ABS is no longer needed.
ABS cannot prevent lockup of rear wheel due to engine


General
Year 2012
Make Harley-Davidson
Model Switchback
Language English
Pages 152
Filetype PDF (Download)
File size 3 MB

Privacy Policy    Contact us