The HBT measures steering torque and steering angle at the same time. It fits motorcycle handlebars and ATV steering shafts, and does not alter their original operation.
Fitted to the existing handlebar
The system mounts as a replacement or over the existing handlebar. The mounting is adapted to the features of each motorcycle. Torque comes from a stainless steel strain gage sensor. Angle comes from a high-resolution inductive encoder. A dedicated control unit runs both.
Specifications
- Torque: nominal capacity 135 N·m; allowable axial load 440 N.
- Angle: ±180° range, ±0.3° accuracy; maximum speed 333 rpm for angular measurement.
- Output: analog ±10 V or CAN 2.0 bus.
- Full thermal compensation from −12 °C to 49 °C.
- Power supply 9 to 36 V DC; sensor weight 1.6 kg.
Where it goes
Vehicle testing and development: steering forces in real conditions, tuning of assistance systems, characterization of dynamic behavior. Academic research on two-wheeler mechanics and ergonomics. Quality control, to validate steering components after a modification or wear.
Zero and shunt commands on the user interface simplify calibration.
In the box
The sensor, the encoder, the mounting brackets and the signal conditioning electronics. The design of a custom mounting is available as an option.