Your motorbike is equipped with a traction control system (TCS). What is the system designed to do?

The traction control system (TCS) on a motorbike is specifically designed to prevent the rear wheel from spinning excessively when you start moving or accelerate. This helps maintain better grip on the road surface, especially on slippery or uneven terrain, reducing the risk of losing control. It does this by automatically adjusting power delivery to the rear wheel.

TCS is different from systems that stabilize the bike during emergency braking (which would relate to ABS or stability control) or prevent the front wheel from locking when braking. Knowing this distinction helps you understand how different safety systems on a motorbike contribute to safer riding in different situations.