MotorcycIe ABS is now SmaIIer, Lighter and more

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The two-channeI ABS MK 100 MAB is showcased for the first time at the EICMA.
ContinentaI creates own organizationaI unit for business with eIectronic brake systems for
motorcycIes.
Frankfurt am Main, Germany, October 22, 2013 : With the MK 100 MAB, the international automotive
supplier Continental has developed a new anti-lock brake system (ABS) for motorcycles that is
approximately 50% smaller and lighter and thus lower in price than previous systems. This new two-channel
ABS will be presented for the first time from November 7th to 11th at the ECMA motorcycle show in Milan.
The MK 100 MAB is suitable for all motorcycle types and will initially go into series production in Europe in
2015.
This enhanced system is not only approximately 50% smaller and lighter than the two-channel ABS
currently on the market moreover, due to its enhanced, sturdier features, the MK 100 MAB can be more
easily adapted to different motorcycle types. The standard design of the new system includes not only the
ABS function, but also a rear wheel lift-off protection system (RLP). Depending on individual customer
requirements, a sport ABS function adapted for race track operation, an off-road ABS for off-road driving, and
a traction control system for compensating for traction loss during acceleration are also possible.
ContinentaI concentrates motorcycIe business in own organizationaI unit
For as long as ten years now, Continental has developed and produced anti-lock brake systems for
two-wheelers to continuously improve active driving safety for motorcycles. n mid-2013, business devoted to
electronic brake systems for motorcycles was concentrated in its own organizational unit within the Vehicle
Dynamics (VED) Business Unit of the Chassis & Safety Division. "Continental intends to further expand its
already growing motorcycle business in the years to come a new organizational unit dedicated to this
business forms the basis for this expansion," explained Ronan Le Roy, Head of the newly created
organizational unit Motorcycle Business.
Just as for passenger cars, anti-lock brake systems are important for motorcycles to ensure that the vehicle
remains stable when slamming on the brakes and that the front wheel does not lock, thus preventing
uncontrolled skidding. "Studies by ADAC and DEKRA show that 20% to 30% of all accidents can be
prevented by equipping motorcycles with an ABS," said Ronan Le Roy. "With to the widespread use of ABS
systems in motorcycles and scooters, the number of people seriously and fatally injured could be lowered
considerably." The European Union (EU) has already reacted to this: ABS systems are to be mandatory in
Europe for all motorcycles over 125 cubic centimeters. This regulation will be effective as of 2016 for newly
developed model series, and for all new motorcycles from 2017 onwards.
Continental offers a number of different electronic brake systems for motorcycles, all of which are based on
the tried-and-tested ABS technology for passenger cars:
The one-channel ABS is suitable for smaller motorcycles and scooters and was specially developed for
more cost-sensitive markets, such as Asia. t prevents the front wheel from locking during braking, thereby
reducing the accident risk for the driver.
The two-channel ABS from Continental has already been in production since 2008; the further enhanced MK
100 MAB will also be ready for serial production starting in 2015. This Motorcycle Anti-Lock Brake system
(MAB) offers improved brake control and thus optimal deceleration for added driving safety.
The Motorcycle ntegral Brake system (MB) allows the brake to be applied to both wheels even if the driver
only activates the front brake lever. The system detects the braking intention and actively builds pressure on
the other brake circuit, causing both wheels to decelerate.
With sales of C32.7 billion in 2012, ContinentaI is among the leading automotive suppliers worldwide. As a
supplier of brake systems, systems and components for powertrains and chassis, instrumentation,
infotainment solutions, vehicle electronics, tires, and technical elastomers, Continental contributes to
enhanced driving safety and global climate protection. Continental is also an expert partner in networked
automobile communication. Continental currently has almost 175,000 employees in 46 countries.
The Automotive Group with its three divisions Chassis & Safety (sales of approximately C7.0 billion in
2012, 34,500 employees), Powertrain (sales of approximately C6.1 billion in 2012, 31,000 employees) and
nterior (sales of approximately C6.4 billion in 2012, 33,000 employees) achieved sales of approximately
C19.5 billion in 2012. The Automotive Group is present in more than 170 locations worldwide. As a partner of
the automotive and commercial vehicle industry, it develops and produces innovative products and systems
for a modern automotive future, in which cars provide individual mobility and driving pleasure consistent with
driving safety, environmental responsibility and cost-efficiency.
The Chassis & Safety Division develops and produces electronic and hydraulic brake and chassis control
systems, sensors, driver assistance systems, airbag electronics and -sensorics, washer systems and
electronic air suspension systems. ts core competence is the integration of active and passive driving
safety into ContiGuard. The Powertrain Division integrates innovative and efficient system solutions for
vehicle powertrains. The comprehensive range of products includes gasoline and diesel injection systems,
engine management, transmission control, including sensors and actuators, as well as fuel-supply systems
and components and systems for hybrid and electric drives. nformation management is at the very heart of
the Interior Division, which provides a range of products that includes instrument clusters and
multifunctional displays, control units, electronic car-entry systems, tire-monitoring systems, radios,
multimedia and navigation systems, climate control systems, telematics solutions and cockpit modules and
systems.