What is Ride-By-Wire Technology? - Explained by Cubic Cms
Why is it needed?
Ride-by-wire technology is the need for this new generation. In a conventional acceleration system, a cable is connected to the engine's throttle body system to provide the air and fuel supply as per the rider's need. The throttle valve opens and closes when the cable stretches through a mechanical actuator. This method is widely used by two-wheeler and four-wheeler companies worldwide. This conventional method is affordable and simple to use. When we accelerate the acceleration pedal throttle opens and supplies the air and fuel to the engine.
The accuracy of this method is low as all parts are mechanically connected, the power loss and emission rates are high in this system. Because of the ongoing environmental issues, how to reduce engine emissions are the major challenge in front of the automobile companies. On the way to reduce the emission, electronic fuel injection technology almost replaced the carburetors. In the same way, ride-by-wire technology is an advanced step to reduce fuel emissions and power loss by providing a more accurate fuel and air supply system.
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| Ride-by-wire feature enabled BMW G 310R |
What is it?
The ride-by-wire throttle technology is cable-less. It's an electronic throttle system that eliminates the linkage of the mechanical throttle wire with the acceleration handlebar and provides a better throttle response with higher accuracy.
In this technology, The gas-filled throttle handlebar is connected to a position sensor. The position sensor is connected to the Engine Control Module (ECM). ECM works as a central unit in the ride-by-wire-technology. When a rider accelerates the accelerator, the position sensor sends the signal to the ECM. A DC motor is attached next to the ECM and that DC motor controls the throttle valve through the bevel gears after receiving the signal from the main central unit ECM. After all, a throttle position sensor gives the reverse signal to ECM that everything is happening normally.
The ride-by-wire technology is quick and very soft to operate, unlike the conventional wired throttle control system. This technology is good for the safety purpose of the rider also. In the mechanical throttle control system, sometimes throttle wire jamming or breakage leads to major accidents. The ride-by-wire technology is totally free from these types of faults. Famous automobile companies like Honda, KTM, and BMW are using this technology. Earlier this technology was limited to premium motorcycles and cars. The BMW has been used this technology in the recently launched more affordable BS6 BMW G310R 2020.
Pros and Cons of the Ride-By-Wire Technology
Pros
- Quick and easy to operate.
- More accurate.
- It provides a more efficient air and fuel supply.
- Lower the engine emission by an improved fuel burning.
- It provides a safer ride.
Cons
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