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How the ABS Works
(SV650A)
ABS works by electronically con-
trolling braking pressure. A com-
puter monitors wheel rotation
speed. If the computer detects
that a braked wheel has slowed
suddenly, indicating a skidding sit-
uation, the computer will reduce
braking pressure to prevent that
wheel from locking up. ABS works
automatically, so you do not need
any special braking technique.
Just apply the front and rear
brakes, as forcefully as necessary
for the situation, without pumping
either one. It is normal for the
brake lever/pedal to pulsate while
the ABS is operating.
Non-recommended tires can
affect wheel speed and may con-
fuse the computer.
ABS does not work at very low
speed, less than about 6 mph (10
km/h), and does not work with a
discharged battery.
Stopping and Parking
1. Twist the throttle grip away
from yourself to close the
throttle completely.
2. Apply the front and rear brakes
evenly and at the same time.
3. Downshift through the gears
as road speed decreases.
4. Select neutral with the clutch
lever squeezed toward the grip
(disengaged position) when
the motorcycle is almost com-
pletely stopped. Neutral posi-
tion can be confirmed by
observing the neutral indicator
light.
WARNING
Inexperienced riders tend to
underutilize the front brake.
This can cause excessive stop-
ping distance and lead to a col-
lision. Using only the front or
rear brake can cause skidding
and loss of control.
Apply both brakes evenly and
at the same time.
WARNING
Hard braking while turning may
cause wheel skid and loss of
control.
Brake before you begin to turn.
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