S10 Demo Ride from an ST-Owner

[Kevhunts]

I cannot decide if I think that is a good or a bad thing. There can be issues with those systems that could leave you stranded. But if it is available, it could save you money on your insurance. It's not like it is a deal=breaker for me one way or the other.

It would be a pity if the US bikes don't have it. I liked the idea of a little extra security and I don't think the imobilizer system would have anymore issues than any other electrical circuit on this bike.

 

[jajpko]

It would be a pity if the US bikes don't have it. I liked the idea of a little extra security and I don't think the imobilizer system would have anymore issues than any other electrical circuit on this bike.

They will save that for next years bike. Don't want to give away all the goodies at one time.

 

[fredz43]

I'm glad the US bikes won't have it. My friend's Varadaro is down right now because of a problem with the system on his.

I'm trying to imagine where it would help prevent theft in real life. On all the many bikes I have owned over the last 45 years, I remove the key when I get off the bike. If I am concerned about the area or leaving it out overnight when travelling, I lock the steering. I would do the same thing with an immobilizer key. If I left the immobilier key in the ignition, anyone can still steal it. Never had a bike stolen in all that time.

Just another point of failure with little benefit, as far as I can see. Also adds complication in the case of a lost key. I can't imagine that any insurance discount would be substantial, but I could be wrong on that part. In any case, I predicted that they wouldn't have this system here, based on history of previous Honda and Yamaha USA bikes compared to their Euro counterparts (ST1300, FJR) and I am glad that they won't.

Your friendly curmudgeon,
Fred Z

 

[pqsqac]

I agree with Fred this system just adds complications down the road even using the stock steering head lock does nothing to stop bike theft. When they steal bikes they can pull up in a van or truck four guys jump out with 2x4 run them through the front and rear rims and pick the bike up and load it, gone in less than a minute. Also snapping steering head locks can be done with enough force. Down at bike week in Myrtle Beach they even stole the bike trailer that they used to steal the bikes with.

 

[colorider]

I tend to agree with Fred. Just another gimmick that can cause problems later on. I can just imagine trying to find a replacement key while on a ride to some isolated location!