Latest generation of complete solutions for engine management ready for series production, says Continental.
03 Nov 2017 | 5245 Views | By Autocar Pro News Desk
Technology and component supplier Continental is making motorised two-wheelers fit for the future with ultra-modern engine management through components that achieve maximum efficiency with minimal dimensions. The company says its engine management systems offer flexible solutions that can be individually tailored to the requirements of global markets.
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Technology and component supplier Continental is making motorised two-wheelers fit for the future with ultra-modern engine management through components that achieve maximum efficiency with minimal dimensions. The company says its engine management systems offer flexible solutions that can be individually tailored to the requirements of global markets.
Clean Engine Control: The ‘Air Module Engine Control Unit’, for example, is one such component. In its M4L version, initially developed for motorcycles and scooters both with single-cylinder four stroke engines up to 250cc engine displacement, this throttle valve housing with integrated engine management electronics, actuators and sensors manages without extensive wiring harness. The engine control system is characterised by minimal weight, the smallest of dimensions and high efficiency, offering maximum functionality in the smallest of spaces. This engine management system falls below the Euro 5 emissions standard due in Europe in 2020 as well as the requirements of the global markets.
Minimalist Injection Pump: Another component enabling efficient engine operation is the Fuel Supply Unit (FSU), initially developed for single-cylinder four stroke engines with up to 150cc engine displacement. This electronically controlled piston fuel pump works with extremely low friction and, from the outside, sounds like a whisper. This gives it a clear unique selling proposition compared with conventional pumps.
The FSU supplies constant pressure under all operating conditions and in all speed ranges without the need for an additional, separate pressure control valve. This means it not only guarantees extremely smooth engine power output, but also improves fuel consumption. Its lightweight, small dimensions and reliable mechanism ensure that the pump can be installed in almost any position inside the tank.
According to the company, all Continental components for modern engine management can be individually configured thanks to their modular design and can be integrated in engines from different performance ranges. “This means we can react quickly and flexibly to the provisions of the global markets as well as to the specific requirements of our customers worldwide,” said Torsten Bellon, responsible for 2-Wheeler & Powersports Engine Management Systems at Continental, regarding the wide range of small components.
Continental will be presenting its advanced rider assistance systems of the future at the Milan Motorcycle Show EICMA from November 7-12, 2017, in Hall 15, Stand S27. Other motorcycle technologies from Continental will also be on display, including engine and exhaust management systems, transmission and chassis control as well as tyre innovations for the new season.