What do ABS and CBS mean on motorcycles?
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ABS on motorcycles refers to the Anti-lock Braking System, while CBS stands for the Combined Braking System. Both can be installed together to form a combined anti-lock braking system. During braking, ABS quickly determines the wheel lock-up state based on speed signals from each wheel speed sensor, closing the normally open input solenoid valve on the wheel that begins to lock, keeping the braking force constant. If the wheel continues to lock, the normally closed output solenoid valve opens, causing the braking pressure on that wheel to rapidly decrease due to the direct connection to the brake fluid reservoir, preventing the wheel from completely locking up due to excessive braking force. The CBS braking system allows simultaneous braking of both front and rear wheels through a single hand or foot operation. By reasonably distributing the braking force between the front and rear wheels, it achieves higher braking efficiency, resulting in greater braking deceleration, reduced braking distance, and ensuring safe, fast, and smooth stopping for high-speed vehicles.