Kawasaki Ninja Owners Manual: Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS, For models equipped with KIBS)

KIBS regulates anti-lock braking performance with more precision during sports riding compared to a conventional ABS system.

KIBS helps provide stability while stopping by preventing wheel lock-up, but you should be aware of the following:

• To apply the brakes effectively, use the front brake lever and rear brake pedal simultaneously in the same manner as a conventional motorcycle brake system.
• KIBS cannot compensate for adverse road conditions, misjudgment or improper application of brakes.

  You must use the same discretion as you would with motorcycles not equipped with KIBS.

• KIBS is not designed to shorten the braking distance. On loose, uneven or downhill surfaces, the stopping distance of a motorcycle with KIBS may be longer than that of an equivalent motorcycle without KIBS. Use special caution in such areas.
• KIBS will help prevent wheel lock-up when braking in a straight line, but it cannot control wheel slip which may be caused by braking during cornering.

  When turning a corner, it is better to limit braking to a light application of both brakes or not to brake at all. Reduce your speed before you get into the corner.

• Same as conventional brake system, an excessive sudden braking may cause wheel lock up that makes it harder to control a motorcycle.
• KIBS will not prevent the rear wheel lifting.

• The computers integrated in the KIBS compares vehicle speed with wheel speed. Since non-recommended tires can affect wheel speed, they may cause the computers to make incorrect calculations that can extend braking distance.

NOTE

• When the KIBS is functioning, you may feel a pulsing in the brake lever and/or pedal. This is normal. Maintain pressure on the lever and/or pedal for most effective braking.
• KIBS does not function below speeds of approx. 5 km/h (3.1 mph).
• KIBS does not function if the battery is discharged. When riding with an insufficiently charged battery, KIBS may not function. Keep the battery in good condition according to the “Battery Maintenance” section.