“Bosch’s declared aim is to make motorcycling even safer with new and future-proof technologies, without compromising riding enjoyment,” says Geoff Liersch, Head of Two-Wheeler & Powersports at Bosch. “With the new functions, we are taking another step in this direction. We are delighted to have won KTM as a customer.” The manufacturer will take over the four driving assistance functions with front radar from Bosch. This is not the first successful cooperation for Bosch and KTM. The two companies launched the Motorcycle Stability Control (MSC) on the market together back in 2013. “We are very satisfied with the long-standing relationship and cooperation between our development teams and are delighted that the new functions are being used for the first time at KTM,” says Stefan Haist, Head of KTM Chassis Control System – Street Development.
Adaptive Cruise Control – Stop and Go (ACC S&G)
On a two-wheeler, traffic jams can not only be dangerous, but also exhausting. You constantly have to operate the clutch, brake and start up again. Bosch launched adaptive cruise control (ACC) back in 2020, which continuously adjusts the vehicle’s speed to the flow of traffic once a target speed has been set, while maintaining the necessary safe distance from the vehicle in front. With the new ACC S&G, Bosch is taking the technology to a new level: the function can stop the motorcycle in a controllable manner until it comes to a standstill, thus protecting the motorcyclist in critical situations. The best effect is achieved with an automatic transmission, such as in the new bike from KTM, with which the function is to be launched on the market for the first time. If the motorcycle comes to a standstill, the rider does not have to use the clutch and can start the vehicle with just the push of a button or a short press of the throttle as soon as the motorcycle in front starts.
Group Ride Assist (GRA)
Staggered riding in a group is popular with motorcyclists, but often proves challenging with ACC when the function switches between motorcycles in front. As a practical extension of ACC, GRA uses an algorithm to detect staggered riding in a group and regulates the speed so that the distance to the motorcycles in front can be maintained automatically. The function thus enables natural riding in the group formation. Outside of a group, the GRA works like the ACC.
Riding Distance Assist (RDA)
In moving traffic, the activated RDA helps to maintain an appropriate distance and thus prevents rear-end collisions. While a target speed must be entered for ACC, the motorcycle is controlled as normal using the throttle grip when RDA is activated. When riding, the system automatically reduces the vehicle’s acceleration or brakes if necessary. The rider can preset the desired distance to the vehicle in front. If desired, they can override the function with a switch or override it by operating the throttle grip against the deceleration generated by the function. The function thus blends naturally into the dynamic driving flow.
Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)
A dangerous situation on the road not only requires quick action, but in many cases also emergency braking. Every second counts to prevent collisions and avoid potentially serious consequences. EBA is triggered when a risk of collision is detected and the driver does not apply the brakes sufficiently. In this case, the function actively increases the wheel brake pressure further in order to reduce the speed of the two-wheeler as quickly as possible.
Rear Distance Warning (RDW)
Although it is often not easy to keep a constant eye on traffic behind in a car, it requires particular concentration on a motorcycle.
RDW monitors the situation behind the rider and informs them via the display if another vehicle is approaching too closely. Based on this information, the driver can defuse the situation and thus prevent a rear-end collision.
Rear Collision Warning (RCW)
RCW warns vehicles behind the motorcycle, for example by activating the hazard warning lights, if a rear-end collision is imminent. The function can thus protect the motorcyclist from an accident if they are overlooked or have to brake unexpectedly – whether waiting at traffic lights, in a traffic jam or in moving traffic.
With the new functions, Bosch is expanding its global portfolio of radar-based assistance systems and thus the “sensory world” of the motorcycle. In addition to basic safety functions, comfort and experience functions that focus more on the motorcycle are becoming increasingly relevant. They take real-life riding situations into account and ensure not only safety and comfort, but also undiminished riding enjoyment.
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