The dashboard of a motorcycle comprises many switch gears that control various electronic features installed for better performance
The world has witnessed the transformation of motorcycles over the decades. From engines that were employed in bicycles to the development of a chassis and mighty engine, motorcycles have come a long way. However, evolution has just begun since powerful motors are not sufficient anymore. The world has gone digital and smart, and so it is pivotal for a motorcycle to act smart as well. In recent years, motorcycles have undergone a massive makeover on the electronic front.
Earlier, the only electronic parts of a motorcycle were the headlights, indicators, horn, battery and instrument console. Now, there’s a host of electronic items that have been included to make a motorcycle smarter. The components help a motorcycle increase the efficiency of its engine and enhance the controlling capability for riders to have a safe run.
Below, we explain some electronic systems that motorcycles boast these days.
ABS
Out of all the electronic systems, ABS or anti-braking lock system is the oldest one. The influx of ABS changed the aspect of braking as it permitted people to decelerate without fretting about skids. It allows a rider to brake hard but prohibits the tyres from locking. Thus, the tyres do not slip.
Riding Modes
A motorcycle is developed in a specific manner which cannot be ridden on every kind of route or under every weather condition. This is where riding modes come into the play. A motorcycle’s ECU is computed with different modes such as sport, rain or off-road which shifts the brake setup, power delivery and suspension dampening. Once a specific mode is chosen, the motorcycle changes its character and performs exactly how a rider would demand it on a particular road or weather condition.
Traction Control
At great speed, a motorcycle loses its traction, which may provoke an accident. The traction control system helps in averting that. Through speed sensors, the ECU of a motorcycle detects the loss of traction on the rear wheel. Once the sensor senses the tyre is losing traction, it immediately directs more energy to the rear wheel and helps it to regain the lost traction.
Wheelie Control
It is imaginable for a motorcycle to pop its front wheel if the power transmission is very extreme, which could severely injure a rider. Hence, the wheelie control system is a blessing. The system includes sensors in the IMU which recognizes the front wheel lifting off the ground. If the wheel gets lifted, the system automatically reduces the power delivery and brings the wheel down.
