ESM : a motorcycle demonstrating progress for safety.

Author(s)
Watson, P.M.
Year
Abstract

The safety features incorporated into the third Experimental Safety Motorcycle, developed by TRRL are described. This vehicle is based upon the Norton Interpol II rotary engine motorcycle, normally of 600 cc. The safety features are: (1) Lucus- Girling anti- lock front and rear brakes; (2) two daytime running lights to enhance conspicuity; (3) leg protection provided by a safety fairing constructed to TRRL criteria by Norton Motors; (4) electronic speedometer which also provides the continuous monitor to the rider that both anti- lock brake systems are functioning; (5) a modified fuel tank to prevent excessive fuel spillage in accidents; and (6) ignition interlocks are fitted to both stands.

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Publication

Library number
B 30552 (In: B 30451 [electronic version only]) /91 / IRRD 830290
Source

In: 11th International Technical Conference on Experimental Safety Vehicles ESV, Washington, D.C., May 12-15, 1987, p. 883-888, 13 ref.

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