The SupaBrake modulator is designed to enhance the reaction time of the vehicle behind you. It will pulsate your vehicle’s brake light(s) with a variable number of flashes calculated by its embedded algorithm. The algorithm is based on the rate at which you apply your brakes. As a result, the brake light(s) are flashed in a more subtle manner at lower speeds (when brakes are frequently used), and more aggressively at higher speeds (when brakes are not used for longer time intervals). This results in the immediate attention of following drivers without annoying them.
- Simple easy Plug & Ride Installation using OEM connector
No cutting. No splicing. No crimping. No soldering. Kit comes already with factory connectors. - Smart Algorithm
Algorithm based flash routine with variable modulation and offset is implemented to ease the flashing of your brake light(s) when in heavy stop & go traffic. The product will not continuously flash your brake light(s) as seen on cheaper products that does nothing but annoy the person behind. - User profile select
10 or 108,801 field selectable/programmable profiles! - Fully Compatible with all CANBUS vehicles using any 3 or 2 wire format
- Self-contained profile selection. No need for external hardware/software etc.
- On-The-Fly profile review. Allows rider to see the internal algorithm settings
- Selectable Grace Period between brake applications
The flasher won’t activate if brakes are applied within a certain period - Input de-bounce
This feature allows the user to quickly “tap” the brake lever or pedal without the algorithm inducing its flash routine or resetting. In an event of a “tap”, the brake light will function normally and will appear as an ordinary tap of the brakes. Another aspect to this feature is that it allows the user to initiate a quick speed check on the rear brakes before a full application of the front brakes. - Force-Flash retriggering
This technology, unique to Vizible Technologies, allows the rider to manually induce a flash routine after the initial application of the brakes. This is useful when stopped alone at a red light or in traffic to alert vehicles approaching from behind. Example: Press and hold the brakes for >3seconds. Quickly release and reapply the brakes within half second. The unit will output a burst of flashes. - Decaying flash routine
Each pulse period is gradually increase from the previous pulse. This gives the burst cycle a “de-acceleration” perception when viewed from behind at speed. In other words, the routine will modulate the tail light rapidly at first then gradually slow down to become steady. - Defeat Mode
This feature allows the rider to quickly bypass all the features of the SupaBrake without having to physically remove the unit. The functionality of the brake light is easily revert to stock condition. - Miniature size. Powerful micro-controller with “watch-dog” technology
- Works with all OEM light devices (incandescent, LED or halogen)
- Algorithm with custom flash routine programming available
- Legal in all 50 States. (The running light never modulates. Only the brake light)
- High temperature tolerance
- Vibration and shock tested
- Solid construction with surface mount electronics epoxied (IEC 529 IP 6.7 standards)
- Opto-Isolated from vehicle’s electrical systems
- Low supply (quiescent) current and High load current
- De-bounce feature
Ability to tap brakes without resetting the algorithm - Decaying flash routine
- 10 Year limited warranty!
The product is 100% encapsulated in epoxy for the ultimate protection against grease, dirt and water. Potted in a CNC case that is constructed out of Delrin(R) makes it virtually indestructible.
Other modules on the market will continue to flash your brake light(s) with the same irritating routine even when you are completely stopped in traffic. This is not only illegal and annoying it hijacks and conditions other drivers/riders attention. Some of these “zombie-like” flashers claim to have an accelerometer device that will supposedly give you a couple of hundreds milliseconds reaction time. We have experimented with these devices in our lab and done many road tests. They simply don’t work due to the inherit nature of engine vibration, road vibration and mounting angle. These vectored noise components resulted in very poor response and lacked the sensitivity need. This is the reason why we don’t make nor sell them. The accelerometers used in these lesser products do not work for this application. They were designed for hand held devices – not motorcycles!
Unknown –
SupaBrake 3 is awesome!!! I had purchased a SupaBrake 2 for my 2007 V Star 650 Classic, and for my 2014 CB500X, I had to get the SupaBrake 3. This new model is better than the last. It literally took 5 seconds to install it on my Honda. This is the best modulator on the market, but the customer service you will receive from Bernard exceeds the quality of his products! Buy a brake light modulator from Vizi-Tec. Your life could depend on it!
Yannis –
SB3 install on KTM RC390. Amazing safety device that can literally save ones life. I used a different type of flasher in the past for my K1200RS and liked the functionality, but always wanted to have the ability to tweak the pattern. The SB3 gives me that ability and much more. The SB3 feels well made, with quality components and sealed from dust and humidity. The installation is a two minute plug and play. The SB3 is tiny and sturdy making it easy to tuck under the pillion seat and zip tie it in place. Its impossible to install it the wrong way. The unit comes with a good stock profile that will probably suit most users. I wanted to explore other profiles and create my own by modifying the variables. With a tiny bit of patience to cycle through the verification flashes of the rear brake light, I programmed and re-programmed it until I ended up with a profile that I liked, , if anyone is curious.
The manual makes it sound somewhat more complicated than it is, but in essence its about counting blinks and holding/releasing/holding the brake lever. You can’t go wrong playing with combinations and if you don’t like the result, it can be changed in less than a minute.
PS: If you don’t care about customizing the flashing profile, the SB2 or the SB3 do about the same. I personally like the SB3 flexibility and I will soon be ordering more for my other bikes.
n/a –
This is one of those bits of kit you hope you never need, a bit like insurance. I read once that if you use the brakes you’ve got it wrong! However BMW are fitting a similar unit to ’16 bikes so maybe it is useful. Well made and superb service from ViziTec, easy to fit. Might be a life-saver so buy now
Jim –
Originally ordered an SB 2 but was given a complimentary upgrade to SB 3 due to a delay (which I thought was due to overseas shipping). Delivery time still within expectations so top marks for customer service. Bike is a BMW R1200 RS, the blue sports version. Easy to locate the plugs that the SB3 locates into, add another minute to align the extended wires neatly. The units size allows it to lay into an existing molding as if its integral. The ‘Force Flash’ feature is excellent and I now use it regularly; used as a courtesy, you can see other road users making allowance. There’s a huge range of settings and it’s be interesting to see the preferences of other owners. I went for a shorter delay (9 seconds) and mildly aggressive pulse. Was thinking about 4 stars because developmental points include; Wiring leads could be shorter. The configuration instructions could do with a flow chart – blimey, it was hard going! Overall though, well designed piece of kit that gives reassurance, backed up with good service and substantial warranty period.
Mike Roberts –
Plug & Play, that easy. Took me about 15 minutes to plug in and zip tie. Directions are easy to follow. Google vizi-tec for you tube video that shows exactly how to program it. This thing works great and is super easy to install & set up. I definitely recommend.