Which of the following models is the first motorcycle to offer an anti-lock braking system?

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | Last updated: February 3, 2024

Question: Which of the following models is the first motorcycle to offer an anti-lock braking system?

A   Yamaha FJ1200
B   Honda ST1100 Pan European
C   BMW K100
D    Suzuki GSX-R750

Answer:    BMW K100

 

Name of Motorcycle ModelYear  of introduction Name of manufacturer       Description
BMW K100

 

 

1988

 

 

BMW

 

 

·        In 1988, BMW introduced the first motorcycle with an electro-hydraulic ABS: the BMW K100.

·        It helped prevent wheel lock-up during braking, enhancing stability and reducing the risk of skidding.

·        The ABS technology has since become a standard feature on many modern motorcycles.

Yamaha FJ1200 (optional ABS)1991Yamaha·        Yamaha introduced the FJ1200 model in 1991, which offered optional ABS.

·        This marked another step in making ABS available to a broader range of motorcycle riders.

Honda ST1100 Pan European1992Honda·        In 1992, Honda followed suit with the launch of its first motorcycle ABS on the ST1100 Pan European, further contributing to the adoption of ABS technology in the motorcycle industry.