Should I go for ABS or non-ABS. I'am confused

Discussion in 'General 1000RR Discussion' started by AABIKER, May 10, 2013.

  1. travellingkiwi

    travellingkiwi Active Member

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    J8/9 all the way to The City. Mine is All Black though.

    I saw a really old blade today around J1... M reg? Was only behind it for a few seconds :) (Unless it was a custom plate). Single headlight though as I watched it behind me. Ad 2x Repsols together on The Mall

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  2. travellingkiwi

    travellingkiwi Active Member

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    I think I passed you (Or maybe your twin) this morning... I waved my leg as I went past, while you were stuck behind LJ57... :)

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  3. vvtr

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    i opted for the non abs, though i did test ride a '10 abs when they first came out and the heavens opened as soon as i sat on it.
    i did give the brakes a good workout to see if i could get it to let go and i was impressed i must say.
    only went in for a new visor and very nearly came out with a new bike lol!

    what put me off the cabs is the way it works.
    i want to be in control of the bike myself, not some electronics - for the same reason i chose the blade over the 10r (apart from loving me hondas)
    i agree with what others have said that in a few years it will be a lot more advanced and reliable.
    i can wait til then.
    another reason is that i also ride a few older bikes with no abs. say i get used to the (false) security blanket of relying on abs, then i decide to take a brisk ride on my firestorm.... i'm back to conventional brakes. :eek:

    i'd rather trust in my own judgement. if i get knocked off its a upgrade opportunity innit.
     
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  4. Slick

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    Yep that was me! had a feeling it might be you. Don't normally wear the floros, only use them in the rain or cold, generally all in black leather. That was the first day of a new commute into Soho so leave a few minutes earlier so may see you more often!
     
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