K-Act Antilock brakes on Ice

mbarr10 · 12-31-2019, 08:35 PM

So, I am trying to get my bike in the shop in between snow storms. Minneapolis ,MN. I know a tough call.
So I was wondering with the K-act brakes if I hit any ice would I go down immediately? Since I can not just use my rear brakes, being linked I will have some braking on the front. Yes they are Anti lock but on ice like in my driveway or a parking lot?

I have driven on ice with my 5oo CX Honda, And that had the drag of Shaft drive. Not good on ice. but I could control the back brake only and the bike was only 500 lbs.

Just wondering if anyone has had the experience.

Chuck A. · 12-31-2019, 08:48 PM

Not ice but sand on asphalt in a curve. Butt pucker!! The brakes only connect after 12 mph. I would be move concerned with the weight of the bike.

**Top Cat** · 12-31-2019, 09:06 PM

Trailer

mbarr10 · 01-01-2020, 12:14 AM

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The brakes only connect after 12 mph.

I forgot about that part , THANK YOU ( Im thinking ABS is less than 12 mph though) One System down. I will not have ABS at parking lot speed. DUUH on my part. I forgot that.

But the K-act part ?? I do not remember. Aren't they always linked??

Butt Puckering is normal on ice. That I do remember.

**GIBBY** · 01-01-2020, 03:44 AM

What TC said.

**JD Hog** · 01-01-2020, 12:11 PM

What TC and Gibby said!

**Sabre-t** · 01-02-2020, 01:51 PM

2 wheels on ice = rubber side up! If you hit ice on 2 wheels, you better be going straight ahead and not be on the brakes at all (ABS or not) and you have to hope you can stay upright until you get past the ice.

BrokeAss · 01-03-2020, 12:25 AM

Muppets on ice? Yes!
Scotch on ice? Yes!
Muscle strain on ice? Yes!
900lb bagger on ice? NO!!!

**smokier** · 01-04-2020, 07:13 AM

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Originally Posted by BrokeAss

Muppets on ice? Yes!
Scotch on ice? Yes!
Muscle strain on ice? Yes!
900lb bagger on ice? NO!!!

(LIKE)

spby52 · 01-04-2020, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by BrokeAss

Muppets on ice? Yes!
Scotch on ice? Yes!
Muscle strain on ice? Yes!
900lb bagger on ice? NO!!!

nice one

Monkeyman · 01-04-2020, 01:05 PM

So, mbarr10, did you get the bike to the shop successfully? Enquiring minds want to know!

mbarr10 · 01-07-2020, 07:21 AM

I am biting the bullet today, Calling for the tow. For 130 bucks I will get it in and it will be ready to ride when I can in March or so. NO waiting for a month while I could be riding, I miss it already. Bonus, I get to see the best way to tie down the bike on a trailer with out possible use of my Deductable insurance.

Education and convenience costs money.

**canuckrider** · 01-07-2020, 04:47 PM

Wise choice. $130 for having it trailered or hauled is a fraction of what the damage may cost you if you put it on it's side not to mention the potential physical damage to your body!

**Top Cat** · 01-07-2020, 05:47 PM

Common sense wins again

**JD Hog** · 01-07-2020, 08:47 PM

Great decision!

12-31-2019, 08:35 PM	#1
mbarr10 Sr. Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 1,564	K-Act Antilock brakes on Ice So, I am trying to get my bike in the shop in between snow storms. Minneapolis ,MN. I know a tough call. So I was wondering with the K-act brakes if I hit any ice would I go down immediately? Since I can not just use my rear brakes, being linked I will have some braking on the front. Yes they are Anti lock but on ice like in my driveway or a parking lot? I have driven on ice with my 5oo CX Honda, And that had the drag of Shaft drive. Not good on ice. but I could control the back brake only and the bike was only 500 lbs. Just wondering if anyone has had the experience. __________________ Please post back after you have solved any issues 2016 1700 Vaquero 10/4/2016 2007 1500 Classic W/ Reckless Fairing, 42,000 miles 2004 600 Honda Shadow 18,000 miles 1989 500 Honda CX Custom 55,000 miles 1973 400 Kawi Triple 5,000 miles Login or Register to Remove Ads
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12-31-2019, 08:48 PM	#2
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Sabre-t Join Date: May 2015 Location: Marietta, GA Posts: 838	2 wheels on ice = rubber side up! If you hit ice on 2 wheels, you better be going straight ahead and not be on the brakes at all (ABS or not) and you have to hope you can stay upright until you get past the ice.
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01-03-2020, 12:25 AM	#8
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01-07-2020, 07:21 AM	#12
mbarr10 Sr. Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 1,564	I am biting the bullet today, Calling for the tow. For 130 bucks I will get it in and it will be ready to ride when I can in March or so. NO waiting for a month while I could be riding, I miss it already. Bonus, I get to see the best way to tie down the bike on a trailer with out possible use of my Deductable insurance. Education and convenience costs money. __________________ Please post back after you have solved any issues 2016 1700 Vaquero 10/4/2016 2007 1500 Classic W/ Reckless Fairing, 42,000 miles 2004 600 Honda Shadow 18,000 miles 1989 500 Honda CX Custom 55,000 miles 1973 400 Kawi Triple 5,000 miles Last edited by mbarr10; 01-07-2020 at 07:24 AM.
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01-07-2020, 04:47 PM	#13
canuckrider Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Okotoks, AB, Canada Posts: 1,088	Wise choice. $130 for having it trailered or hauled is a fraction of what the damage may cost you if you put it on it's side not to mention the potential physical damage to your body! __________________ "Sun on my face, wind in my hair, sound of my bike in my ears and peace in my soul..." VBA Member #01514 2008 "Ultra" Nomad 1600, Candy Plasma Blue
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01-07-2020, 08:47 PM	#15
JD Hog Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Placerville, CA Posts: 2,953	Great decision! __________________ Jim Diebolt 2015 Vulcan 1700 Voyager ABS The Black Kaw 2005 Vulcan Nomad Sold 2006 Honda 1800 VTX (Freebie) Sold 2008 Harley Ultra Classic Sold 2001 Harley Ultra Classic Sold Hangtown, Kalifornia VBA #2625
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