Motorcycle & Scooter testing - Case study

Overview:

Sierra CP designs modular chassis dynamometers controlled by CADET software to provide a cost effective solution for the testing of motorcycles & scooters on the single roll set.  A twin roller version accommodates three-wheeler, quad-bike and sub-compact city type vehicles. For specific high performance motorcycles alternative dynamometer options are available.

Key Performance Features:

• Maximum speed 200 km/h
• Maximum power 84 – 200 km/h; 60 kW
• Automatic compensation of bearing losses
• Reduced installation and commissioning program with minimal maintenance requirements
• Compact design of the center machine reduces the pit / foundation requirements
• AC drive & motor technology for fast response and extended inertia simulation
• Future proof dynamometer and control system with CADET upgrades

Capability:

• Emissions
• Durability
• Robot Drivers
• Performance testing
• Quality audit
• Mileage accumulation
• Research and development

Sierra Equipment Used:

• CADET Control, Automation and Datalogging
• Dynamometers
• Robot Driver
• Test Support Equipment