BOSCH's SAFETY STEPS FOR RIDERS.

BOSCH's SAFETY  STEPS FOR RIDERS

Bosch’s Two-Wheeler & Powersports Business Unitis continuing the ride towards the global target of one billion euros of sales in 2020, generated by assistance, powertrain, electrification, and connectivity systems. Bosch’s vision is to make the mobility of the future accident-free, stress-free, and nearly emissions-free – and this goes for the continuously growing motorcycle market as well. Based on Freedonia, the global demand for two wheelers is forecasted to grow annually by more than 4% from 2017 to 2022, reaching 122million bikes by 2022.Major growth of the Two-Wheeler & Powersports business is forecasted in India where Bosch supplies market-specific motorcycle safety and powertrain solutions to comply with regulations as well as local market trends. “The two wheeler landscape today is undergoing many changes as industry players look to innovate their service offerings. As a key player in the two wheeler space, Bosch has always endeavored to provide services that integrate cutting-edge technology with the company’s inherent focus on functionality and efficiency,” says Geoff Liersch, Head of Two-Wheeler & Powersports Business Unit.

Bosch’s innovative safety solutions forassistance systems

Safety is one of the most pressing trendsonthe motorcycle market. According to a report by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways up to 34% of road fatalities in India are riders of two wheelers. Bosch is tackling this challengewith a comprehensive three-step safety concept towards accident-free mobility. Firstly, by keeping the bike stable in braking situations and acceleration with systems like ABS or motorcycle stability control (MSC); secondly, by realizing predictive safety and comfort functions with innovative surround-sensingsuch as advanced rider assistance systems; and thirdly, by connecting the bike with its environment through motorcycle-to-vehicle communication.

After the successful introduction of ABS and MSC technologies, Bosch has introduced its first advanced rider assistance systems for motorcycles, comprising adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, and blind-spot detection. These electronic assistants are always vigilant and, in emergencies, they respond faster than people can. According to Bosch accident research estimates, these radar-based assistance systems could prevent one in seven motorcycle accidents. The technology underpinning these systems is a combination of radar sensor, brake system, engine management, and human machine interface.This system will go to market with Ducati and KTM as soon as 2020.

Bosch’s powertrain solutions complying with Bharat Stage 6

Reducing emissions is a key objective of the Indian government in order to provide a sustainable mobility environment for the future. On April 1, 2020 India will introduce Bharat Stage 6 (BS-6)which is similarto Euro-6 in Europe. Bosch is offering scalablepowertrain solutions with electronic engine management systems for internal combustion bikes as well asintegrated electrification systemstosupport vehicle manufacturers in India to comply with BS-6emission standards and meet India’s unique driving pattern.

Electronic engine management systems are the core of efficient and economical technologyfor internal combustion vehicles. In combination with highly developed sensor technology, engine management systems have shownconsiderable increases in efficiency compared to conventional carburetor systems and can reduce CO2 emissions by up to 16% (depending on thesituation).

Another approach to reduce emissions and to build up an all-electric fleet by 2030 in Indiais the launchof a Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid &) Electric Vehicles (FAME) program by the central government which is announced togo into phase 2 by April 2019. To be able to contribute in achieving this impending target Bosch provides solutions such as an integrated electrification system including motor, control unit, battery, charger, display and app that can power light two-, three- and four-wheel electric vehicles with up to 20kW - the powertrain of the future will be a mix of electromobility and combustion engines. 

“We at Bosch are working towards ensuring a smooth transition to the new emission norms with a tailored product portfolio for the Indian market supporting vehicle manufacturers with local engineering competence - aiming towards realizing the vision of nearly emissions-free mobility”, said Prabhu Panduranga, Regional President Two-Wheeler & Powersports Business Unit, Bosch India.

Bosch’s expertise proven by Spirit of the ride

With its ‘Spirit of the Ride’ campaign, Bosch showcases the innovations and technology solutions for the market challenges in India. The realization of those technology solutions is provenby the story of a Polar Odyssey. An enthralling motorcycle journey crossing some of the world's most dangerous roads starting from the Arctic Circle and all the way down to the Antarctic Circle. The set milestone is a confirmationofBosch’s expertise in developingpowertrain and assistancetechnologies for twowheelers.