RE: [Fwd: RT Linked Brakes]

Other thoughts; ABS on and off. Ability to turn off only the
rear ABS ... I'd like to have the locked wheel "damning effect"
on dirt roads without locking the front wheel (assuming one is
not doing jumps). I also think the fully linked brakes has a use.
On long trips you don't have to cover the lever. I would like to
be able to have control of how the system works. Maybe even an
adjustment to customize the power assist?

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From: owner-oilheads@xxxxxxxxx
[mailto:owner-oilheads@xxxxxxxxx]On Behalf Of Bruno Valeri
Sent: Tuesday, February 17, 2004 3:28 PM


Good question!

Theoretically, a smart system could do the following.
- - - when using the brake pedal, it applies the rear brake only
- - -as soon as the rear activates ABS, it transfers braking to front
- - -as long as the rear triggers ABS, it increases braking to front

By initially applying brake to rear, it shifts weight to front
tire (loading it).
But while all this is happening, you're probably nowhere close to
threshold braking.
Time and distance are being wasted.
Just a thought.

For years, enthusiast drivers would snub automatic transmissions
saying that they provided less control for the skilled driver.
Especially under less than ideal traction conditions.

Now, I've been brought up with the heel and toe school of
downshifting and so can relate to this. But while I agree that
automatic transmissions do provide the driver with less control,
I've been driving automatic for years now.

Not saying that there's a direct correlation. Just a thought.


Bruno
Montreal, Canada
CBR 929
http://pages.infinit.net/mcrides

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