Harley-Davidson has filed a patent application for a rider assist system that autonomously applies a motorcycle’s brakes in emergency situations.
Automakers have been employing autonomous emergency braking systems for cars over the last few years, but the technology has yet to make it to motorcycles, as abrupt braking can actually be more dangerous for two-wheelers. Still, companies are trying to find ways to make it work. We’ve previously reported that Honda is also developing an autonomous braking system for motorcycles, and companies like Bosch are no doubt working on their own solutions
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