ABS for E-Bikes

[erider_61]

Not sure what you're asking. Bike ABS is just a valve that reduces brake pressure to prevent wheel lock. Auto ABS is much more.

Actually bicycle ABS functions exactly the same as that on other vehicles according to this article.

https://www.bikeradar.com/road/gear/article/abs-bicycle-brakes-for-e-bikes-first-look-48000/

"The actuator will then rapidly apply and release the brake, bringing the bike to a safe and controlled stop."

 

[erider_61]

The Shimano Power Modulator is basically a clutch that will slip if too much force is applied to the brake lever. No where near as high tech as true ABS...

https://bike.shimano.com/en-US/technologies/component/details/power-modulator.html

 

[Dewey]

Mike from Blue Monkey Bicycles recently posted a video for the EBR YouTube channel test-riding a Bosch ABS ebike in Germany

 

[Dewey]

An Italian company Blubrake is now selling an ABS system as OEM equipment integrated into the frame, some articles describe it fitted to a couple of EU market MY2020 ebikes including the Bulls Copperhead Evo AM 3 ABS eMTB and the Swedish Crescent ELLIE 7-VXL city bike.

 

[Dewey]

Now Shimano are reportedly developing an ABS system for ebikes, Source: https://ebiketips.road.cc/content/news/shimano-creates-patent-for-abs-braking-system-2153