wingmann Scooter Rider


Number of posts : 58 Age : 65 Location : HAM lake MN. USA Points : 4418 Registration date : 2010-08-23
 | Subject: Get new Silverwing with or with out ABS Brakes Mon 06 Sep 2010, 09:01 | |
| I am getting a Silverwing this spring and I would like to know the Pro's and Con's of getting a Silverwing with ABS brakes and should I get my new silverwing with ABS brakes. |
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dspevack Silver Wing Guru


Number of posts : 2008 Age : 57 Location : Miami, FL Points : 7339 Registration date : 2008-12-28
 | Subject: Re: Get new Silverwing with or with out ABS Brakes Mon 06 Sep 2010, 10:39 | |
| ABS Yes! You aren't stunt riding or racing, where you need to be in manual control even in emergency situations.
If you can afford ABS, its a no brainer. |
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scooterbob Scooter Rider


Number of posts : 40 Location : Chicago, IL Points : 4932 Registration date : 2009-01-31
 | Subject: Re: Get new Silverwing with or with out ABS Brakes Mon 06 Sep 2010, 11:26 | |
| I will second that.
ABS adds value to your scoot if ever you decide to sell, and is a real life saver when you need them. Also, by not locking up your rear tire can give some extra millage out of it.
The several times my ABS kicked in that I knew about, really saved my skin.
When I purchased my 08, the added cost was $500. I know that I have more than made that up in deductibles that I never had to incur. |
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JeffR Site Admin

Number of posts : 2585 Age : 62 Location : Bay Area, Ca Points : 7774 Registration date : 2008-12-20
 | Subject: Re: Get new Silverwing with or with out ABS Brakes Mon 06 Sep 2010, 11:41 | |
| If I ever get another bike I will do my best to get ABS. It seems that insurance plans are cheaper too if you have it. But like Bob said about it saving his skin so that in itself would make it worth it. |
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 | Subject: Re: Get new Silverwing with or with out ABS Brakes Mon 06 Sep 2010, 13:31 | |
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GaryL Super Scooter Rider


Number of posts : 237 Age : 70 Location : Casa Grande, Arizona Points : 4636 Registration date : 2010-07-10
 | Subject: Re: Get new Silverwing with or with out ABS Brakes Mon 06 Sep 2010, 15:03 | |
| Get the ABS. I needed it once on a BMW R1100RT, and I have been a believer ever since. |
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wingmann Scooter Rider


Number of posts : 58 Age : 65 Location : HAM lake MN. USA Points : 4418 Registration date : 2010-08-23
 | Subject: Re: Get new Silverwing with or with out ABS Brakes Mon 06 Sep 2010, 23:42 | |
| Thanks for the replys. I will now only buy my new Silverwing with ABS brakes if it saves my life its worth the extra cost. THANKS |
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