Looking at 2016 full Wing with ABS

[Verismo]

Thanks. I am aware it is still a bike, still has two wheels, but this will help me feel safer. One thing you don't want to be is in fear on a bike. Even if it makes me 10% safer on paper, but feel 80% safer, the net result is worth it.

I was just about to say the same thing, Vstar. Even if, hypothetically, it were pure placebo effect, as long as there wasn't data suggesting ABS was increasing accidents, then it would be worth it to do just for peace of mind. It's just much better, and much more FUN, to be comfortable and happy doing whatever it is one is doing.

That being said, ABS seems like a smart choice on a bike, and it seems to be doing exactly what it's designed to do, which is keep the rider upright and in control for longer, especially during panic braking and/or less than ideal conditions. Here's an article I read which talks about using ABS during rider training to get bikers closer to threshold braking without the consequences. Whatever you decide, good luck with it!!

http://wingworldmag.com/safety/anti-lock-brakes/

Jason

[VStarRider]

I was just about to say the same thing, Vstar. Even if, hypothetically, it were pure placebo effect, as long as there wasn't data suggesting ABS was increasing accidents, then it would be worth it to do just for peace of mind. It's just much better, and much more FUN, to be comfortable and happy doing whatever it is one is doing.

That being said, ABS seems like a smart choice on a bike, and it seems to be doing exactly what it's designed to do, which is keep the rider upright and in control for longer, especially during panic braking and/or less than ideal conditions. Here's an article I read which talks about using ABS during rider training to get bikers closer to threshold braking without the consequences. Whatever you decide, good luck with it!!

http://wingworldmag.com/safety/anti-lock-brakes/

Jason

Jason, thanks. I read the article at it confirms how I feel. Four years ago, I almost did not buy the F6B because of the lack of ABS. If the Vic CC Tour I rode wasn't such a thrown together, vibrating hunk of steel and chrome, I would have definitely gone for it. In fact, if in the same situation, knowing what I know now, I might be more inclined to go for the Vic because of the ABS.

A full Wing with ABS is the way to go for all of the reasons you, I and the article said. Thanks again for sharing.

[Verismo]

Jason, thanks. I read the article at it confirms how I feel. Four years ago, I almost did not buy the F6B because of the lack of ABS. If the Vic CC Tour I rode wasn't such a thrown together, vibrating hunk of steel and chrome, I would have definitely gone for it. In fact, if in the same situation, knowing what I know now, I might be more inclined to go for the Vic because of the ABS.

A full Wing with ABS is the way to go for all of the reasons you, I and the article said. Thanks again for sharing.

No problem, VStar! Happy to hear of your new purchase and am looking forward to the ride review!!

Jason