New ZX10`s TC system...
Discussion
Anyone got an idea on how good the new road bike TC systems are on the new ZX10...how it works & what actually happens when the system is active upon wheelspin...?
Ive read a few reports but it still remains a little unclear.
Does the back end remain firmly in check..does it move a little...Is it any good...?
Can it be turned off...?
Thanks...I`m sure they will appear very soon on mostly all of the big name sports bike ranges. Nice to know the approach being used.
Ive read a few reports but it still remains a little unclear.
Does the back end remain firmly in check..does it move a little...Is it any good...?
Can it be turned off...?
Thanks...I`m sure they will appear very soon on mostly all of the big name sports bike ranges. Nice to know the approach being used.
I was reading Bike the other day and it seems it doesn't really have TC.
They said something like "It measures engine speed and throttle position so if you give it lots of beans, it thinks the engine should be accelerating so won't activate. Only it you're on constant throttle and the engine speed leaps up (due to going over a wet manhole cover) would you notice it"
They said something like "It measures engine speed and throttle position so if you give it lots of beans, it thinks the engine should be accelerating so won't activate. Only it you're on constant throttle and the engine speed leaps up (due to going over a wet manhole cover) would you notice it"
It retards the ignition timing when it detects slip, so it's not traction control, just a means to make the bike a little more forgiving, because the alteration in timing will reduce the throttle response a bit. It's not going to save your a$$, but it sounds like a good thing if your riding is at that level. Mine isn't. 
Steve.
Steve.
From what ive read (and if I remember it correctly)it isn’t TC as we would normally understand it, its purely to ensure the cat stays at the right operating temperature to prolong its lifespan…which sudden spikes in RPM affect , its all measured in this euro 3 emissions laws apparently
Most importantly the system does not operate when you are on full throttle , only on partial throttle , so it wont stop you from spinning up , doing burn outs or wheelies if you so wish …which is good for a riders point of view.. unlike BMW’s system which stops wheel spin under any situation.
Most importantly the system does not operate when you are on full throttle , only on partial throttle , so it wont stop you from spinning up , doing burn outs or wheelies if you so wish …which is good for a riders point of view.. unlike BMW’s system which stops wheel spin under any situation.
Edited by podman on Monday 14th January 15:11
From what ive read (and if I remember it correctly)it isn’t TC as we would normally understand it, its purely to ensure the cat stays at the right operating temperature to ensure it has a good lifespan…whuich sudden spikes in RPM affect (apparently)measured in this euro 3 emissions laws apparently
Most importantly the system does not operate when you are on full throttle , only on partial throttle so it wont stop you from spinning up , doing burn outs or wheelies if you so wish …which is good for a riders point of view.. unlike BMW’s system which stops wheel spin under any situation.
Most importantly the system does not operate when you are on full throttle , only on partial throttle so it wont stop you from spinning up , doing burn outs or wheelies if you so wish …which is good for a riders point of view.. unlike BMW’s system which stops wheel spin under any situation.
Gassing Station | Biker Banter | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff