What are Cornering ABS?
Lean-sensitive ABS that adjusts braking force based on how far the bike is leant over.
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In plain English
Standard ABS assumes the bike is upright. Cornering ABS adds a lean-angle sensor, letting the system reduce intervention thresholds mid-corner where locking a wheel is far more likely to cause a low-side crash.
“The same safety net as regular ABS, but one that knows the difference between braking upright and braking leant hard into a bend.”
How it works
An inertial measurement unit, or IMU, tracks lean angle, pitch and yaw in real time. That data feeds into the ABS and traction control calculations, letting the system apply more conservative braking force the further the bike is leant over, reducing the risk of a sudden loss of front-end grip mid-corner.
Signs of trouble
- ⚠Warning light relating to the IMU or lean sensor
- ⚠ABS behaving identically leant over and upright
- ⚠Fault code logged after a service or crash
- ⚠Inconsistent intervention between left and right corners
£200–£700
Always get a written quote. Prices vary by bike, region, and parts brand.