New electronics
At the heart of the changes to the new Fireblade is the Bosch electronics package which comes with the
Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU). This unit electronically measures six axes of movement and then works out the best way of keeping the bike under control. The IMU works to control the traction control, ABS, cornering ABS, anti-wheelie and also works with the Öhlins semi-active suspension that will be fitted to the Fireblade.