Presentation highlighting differences between the behaviors and characteristics of two-wheeled electric vehicles and their four-wheel counterparts.

This revised proposal of UN R9 from the IMMA contains the assimilation of the original regulations and their amendments and updates to take into consideration the revision of the test methods in UN R41.

This revised proposal of UN R63 from the IMMA contains the assimilation of the original regulations and their amendments and updates to take into consideration the revision of the test methods in UN R41.

Submission of the International Motorcycle Manufacturers Association (IMMA) in order to change the inward visibility angle of front position lamp in Regulation No. 50.

Submission of the International Motorcycle Manufacturers Association (IMMA) in order to change the inward visibility angle of front position lamp in Regulation No. 53.

Proposal to add “less than 5 degrees” as a test condition in order to prohibit the unintended use of bend lighting in the proposal for collective amendments to Regulations Nos. 53 and 113 on bend lighting for motorcycles.

Draft submission from the IMMA in order take into consideration the amendments 1- 3 to Regulation No. 60 and the UN GTR on controls, telltales and indicators for motorcycles.

Draft submission from the IMMA in order to introduce editorial corrections to the revision of Regulation 60 and the UN GTR on controls, tell-tales and indicators for motorcycles.

Proposal from IMMA in order to introduce editorial corrections to GTR on controls, tell-tales and indicators for motorcycles and align with the revised Regulation No. 60.

This proposal of amendments to UN Regulation No. 9 consolidates earlier versions of UN Regulation No. 9 and aligns the test methods with those introduced into UN Regulation No. 41.

Proposed amendments to consolidate previous versions of UN Regulation No. 63 and to align the test methods with those introduced into UN Regulation No. 41.

Proposal concerning Amendments 1 to 3 of UN R60 and UN GTR No. 12 to delete Annex 3 on special provisions for levers and Annex 4. The latter is replaced by Table 1 of the GTR containing the symbols identifying controls, tell-tales and indicators and definitions are carried over from the GTR.

Proposal from the International Motorcycle Manufacturers Association (IMMA) to introduce editorial corrections to GTR No. 12 and to align its provisions with the revised Regulation No. 60 (as proposed in document GRSG/2012/20).

Comments from the IMMA in response to the Russian proposal to re-define the use of terms “sound” and “noise” in the motorcycle noise regulation.

Proposal from IMMA to update the transition provisions of UN R63 in line with new recommendations by UNECE WP29.

Proposal from IMMA to update the transition provisions of UN R9 in line with new recommendations by UNECE WP29.

Proposal from IMMA in order to introduce amendments to clarify the text and introduce simplified test procedures in UN R78 and align it with GTR No. 3.

Proposal from IMMA in order to introduce amendments to clarify the text and introduce simplified test procedures in this regulation and align it with UNECE Regulation No. 78.

Revisions to documents GRSG/2012/20 and 21 concerning Amendments 1 to 3 of UN R60 and UN GTR No. 12 that would delete Annex 3 on special provisions for levers and Annex 4.

Table comparing current UN R100 (battery electric vehicle safety) with IMMA-proposed wording to include motorcycles and other L-category vehicles.

IMMA-proposed changes to the 02 series of amendments to UN R100 (document GRSP-51-11) with a view to incorporating electric-powered L-category vehicles into the regulation.

Revisions to documents GRSG/2012/20 and 21 concerning Amendments 1 to 3 of UN R60 and UN GTR No. 12 that would delete Annex 3 on special provisions for levers and Annex 4 pursuant to GRSG-103 discussions.

Revisions to documents GRSG/2012/20 and 21 concerning Amendments 1 to 3 of UN R60 and UN GTR No. 12 that would delete Annex 3 on special provisions for levers and Annex 4 pursuant to GRSG-103 discussions

Document WP.29/2012/76 is a proposal for Supplement 14 to the 01 series of amendments to UN R53 to introduce bend lighting for motorcycles. IMMA proposes to keep the bank angle threshold for activation at five degrees rather than the proposed three degrees.

Updated table comparing current UN R100 (battery electric vehicle safety) with IMMA-proposed wording to include motorcycles and other L-category vehicles.

Text prepared by the International Motorcycle Manufacturers Association (IMMA) in order to introduce amendments to clarify the current text for the use of Combined Braking Systems (CBS).

Text prepared by the International Motorcycles Manufacturer Association (IMMA) clarifying the current text of the GTR regarding the use of combined braking systems (CBS).

IMMA contribution towards the World Forum project to codify and harmonize technical terms and abbreviations used across its regulations.

Proposal by IMMA to clarify the text of UN R78 and align the text with Global Technical Regulation No. 3.

Proposal prepared by the IMMA to clarify the GTR text and introduce simplified test procedures in accordance with UN Regulation No. 78.

Correction to the proposal aligning the provisions of UN Global Technical Regulation (GTR) No. 12 with those of UN Regulation No. 60.

IMMA correction to previously adopted GTB proposal for amendments to Regulation No. 113 on bend lighting for motorcycles subsequently adopted by WP.29 as Supplement 2 (document WP.29/2012/83).

IMMA side-by-side review of current UN R100 on battery electric vehicles and proposed language/requirements for L-category vehicles.

The proposal corrects the typing error of the decibel unit dB(A) (corrected from db(A)) and deletes the unnecessary unit. In Annex 4, revises the current list as an itemized list for greater clarity.

Series of amendments to clarify a variety of requirements, notably concerning test surface requirements, ABS cycling, and peak braking coefficient measurements.

Text prepared by the International Motorcycle Manufacturers Association (IMMA) to modify provisions concerning the sharing of components within combined braking systems (CBS) in order to adapt to technological progress.

Proposal to enable the optional use of hazard warning lamps on L1 category vehicles to alert other vehicles in case of breakdown or other situations that could lead to danger on the road.

This proposal brings L1 category warning signal options in line with those for other 2-wheeled vehicles.

Proposal to clarify the transition provisions to permit the granting of certificates to the previous series of amendments through December 2013 rather than up to the date of the entry into force of the 04 series of amendments.

[Document reissued on August 21, 2013 for technical reasons.]

Corrections to the proposed series of amendments to clarify a variety of requirements, notably concerning test surface requirements, ABS cycling, and peak braking coefficient measurements in UN R78.

Proposal to revise the Italian proposal in order to clarify that the requirements pertain only to characteristics verifiable directly on each lamp in order to avoid confusion with characteristics that can only be verified on the vehicle after installation.

IMMA correction (of an oversight on
inclusion of the colors of the lights from R53 to ensure complete alignment of UN R74 with R53) to its proposal to enable the optional use of hazard warning lamps on L1 category vehicles to alert other vehicles in case of breakdown or other situations that could lead to danger on the road.

IMMA recommendations concerning the application of UN R100 to motorcycles

Proposal from the International Motorcycles Manufacturer Association (IMMA) to introduce amendments clarifying the current text on the use of Combined Braking Systems (CBS) into UN R78.

Updated proposal for a series of amendments to clarify a variety of requirements, notably concerning test surface requirements, ABS cycling, and peak braking coefficient measurements under UN R78.

Text prepared by the expert from the International Motorcycle Manufacturers Association (IMMA) to introduce the possibility of installing interdependent lamps for L3 category vehicles. Also, the amendment reflects the recent amendments to Regulation No. 48, Supplement 2 to its 06 series of amendments and further includes some editorial corrections of current Regulation No. 53 texts. The concern is that the rear trunk lid commonly used for four-wheeled vehicles may be adapted for future scooter type motorcycles to secure the storage space for helmet, etc. Current lamp requirements impose design constraints that may hamper the proper development of such storage features.

Text prepared by the International Motorcycle Manufacturers Association (IMMA) to introduce the possibility of interdependent lamps for dedicated motorcycle lamps. The proposal reflects recent amendments of Regulations Nos. 6 and 7 and meets the visibility angle requirements of Regulations Nos. 50 and 53. The concern is that the rear trunk lid commonly used for four-wheeled vehicles may be adapted for future scooter type motorcycles to secure the storage space for helmet, etc. Current lamp requirements impose design constraints that may hamper the proper development of such storage features.

Text submitted by the International Motorcycle Manufacturers Association (IMMA) to allow for the use of different brake lamp activation methods for Powered Two Wheelers (PTWs). This amendment also introduces the concept of a high-mounted stop lamp to PTWs to improve the conspicuity of the vehicles during stopping.

Text prepared by the International Motorcycle Manufacturers Association (IMMA) to correct typographical errors introduced during previous amendment to the regulation (ECE/TRANS/WP.29/2012/83). The initial changes were already in Revision 2 of UN Regulation No. 113.

Draft “in-use” requirements revised during discussions at the 10th REESS informal working group session.

Updated version of the document for use during the 10th REESS informal working group session.

Document as revised during the 10th REESS informal working group session.

Presentation on definitions, applications, and regulatory options for the type approval of L-category vehicle all-terrain tires.

Proposal to clarify the intent of the selected paragraphs to ensure that systems with with one service brake meet braking performance requirements using only that brake system (i.e, without any assistance from the secondary brake system). There had been an interpretation that for systems with two service brakes each brake had to meet the requirements which would result in higher stringency levels than intended by the requirement for single brake systems.

The proposal also clarifies the parts of the braking system that should be considered with respect to hydraulic brake and mechanical transmissions and further clarifies that the test procedures are designed to simulate a brake failure rather than produce one.

IMMA comments on current status of and proposals for the draft new regulation on motorcycle electric powertrain safety, including proposal for a “fall-down” test.

Updated document to correct the original proposal to introduce the possibility of interdependent lamps for dedicated motorcycle lamps by including an omitted diagram and highlighting the marking clause.

Proposal for amendments to clarify and correct the current text of the draft regulation on the safety of electric L-category vehicles.

Proposal based upon informal document GRRF-76-45 to clarify provisions on the use of Combined Braking Systems (CBS) and make some additional editorial improvements.

IMMA counter-proposal to the ETRTO proposal to amend Regulation No. 75 with regard to ATV tyres and replaces documents GRRF/2013/22 and GRRF/2013/20 taking into consideration the comments made at the last GRRF session in February 2014.

Revised proposal (superseding document GRE/2014/7) to introduce the possibility of interdependent lamps for dedicated motorcycle lamps. The proposal reflects recent amendments to Regulations Nos. 6 and 7 and meets the visibility angle requirements of Regulations Nos. 50 and 53. The concern is that the rear trunk lid commonly used for four-wheeled vehicles may be adapted for future scooter type motorcycles to secure the storage space for helmet, etc. Current lamp requirements impose design constraints that may hamper the proper development of such storage features.

Revised proposal (superseding document GRE/2014/8) to allow for the installation of interdependent lamps for L3 category vehicles. The amendment also reflects recent amendments to Regulation No. 48, Supplement 2 to its 06 series of amendments and further includes some editorial corrections of current Regulation No. 53 texts. The concern is that the rear trunk lid commonly used for four-wheeled vehicles may be adapted for future scooter type motorcycles to secure the storage space for helmet, etc. Current lamp requirements impose design constraints that may hamper the proper development of such storage features.

Presentation on the development of hydrogen fuel cell motorcycles in Japan.

Proposal to clarify certain terms and symbols used in Annex 7 (ASEP) of the regulation.

This proposal would correct the reference to the latest version of ISO 10844 and introduce transitional provisions for shift of the test track from ISO 10844:1994 to ISO 10844:2011.

IMMA comments on the suggestion to include a cross reference to UN R10 in UN R78 in order to ensure that electromagnetic interference does not affect electronic brake modules in a way that causes unsafe brake operation as was adopted for UN R13.

IMMA proposal to provide transitional provisions to the German proposal to delete R113 Class B headlamps from R53 (document GRE/2014/32).

Clarification of certain diagrams in the original proposal (document GRE/2014/15). Supplement 17 proposes to introduce the possibility of interdependent lamps for dedicated motorcycle lamps.

Text prepared by IMMA in order to introduce amendments to ensure consistency of Chapter II Vehicle lighting and light-signalling devices of the 1968 Convention on Road Traffic with regulations under the 1958 Agreement and regulations applicable in the European Union.

Corrections proposed to document GRSP/2014/26 which introduced amendments to the draft regulation as presented in document GRSG/2014/11.

Under the current 04 series of amendments to UN Regulation No. 41, the engine speed should be measured during all tests in Annex 3 and Annex 7 (Additional sound emission provisions – ASEP). However, IMMA has found that there is very little difference between the measured and the calculated engine speed for a manual transmission (MT) vehicle (Annex, figure 1) and no impact on the test result (Annex, figure 2). Therefore, this proposal would introduce a calculated engine speed for MT vehicles and for continuously variable transmission (CVT)/automatic transmission (AT) with locked gear mechanism into UN Regulation No. 41.

The purpose of this proposal is to update the reference to the latest version of the ISO 10844 and to introduce transitional provisions for the shift of the test track requirements from ISO 10844: 1994 to ISO 10844: 2014.

Results of IMMA validation testing of the EU and CARB bench-aging methods for motorcycle evaporative emissions control systems.

Correction to the text of the proposed amendment to introduce a calculated engine speed for manual transmission vehicles and for continuously variable transmission (CVT)/automatic transmission (AT) with locked gear mechanism into UN Regulation No. 41.

In response to concerns that approval agencies may not grant manufacturers the additional 1dB for L(wot) on conformity of production tests as changes had been made to Annex 6 of R41-04, GRB issued an interpretation recorded in the report of its 56th session. However, IMMA believes that industry and agency personnel may still not be aware of the interpretation. Therefore, IMMA proposes to codify the interpretation within UN R41.

The purpose of this proposal is to update the reference to the latest version of the ISO 10844 and to introduce transitional provisions for the shift of the test track requirements from ISO 10844: 1994 to ISO 10844: 2014. This proposal supersedes document GRB/2015/5.

Proposal to require proof of electromagnetic compatibility through compliance with UN R10 or any other equivalent test as may be agreed between the manufacturer and test service.

Proposal to delete the angle of incidence provision that was developed to ensure that the vehicle registration plate is illuminated. Given current technologies (e.g., LED lamps), the performance requirements of Annex 5 can be met without reference to the angle of incidence.

Proposal to introduce a definition for “twinned wheels”.

Proposal to allow for small variations in the presentation of motorcycle telltales and control symbols that do not deviate to such an extent as to cause confusion.

IMMA comments on the EC revised draft text for the GTR on motorcycle evaporative and crankcase emissions (document EPPR-11-14).

In response to concerns that approval agencies may not grant manufacturers the additional 1dB for L(wot) on conformity of production tests as changes had been made to Annex 6 of R41-04, GRB issued an interpretation recorded in the report of its 56th session. The proposal formalizes the interpretation as an explicit provision of the regulation.

Proposal to clarify the electromagnetic compatibility requirements under UN R78 with regard to the application of UN Regulation No. 10.

Proposal to introduce a definition for “twinned wheels”.

Proposal to delete the angle of incidence provision that was developed to ensure that the vehicle registration plate is illuminated. Given current technologies (e.g., LED lamps), the performance requirements of Annex 5 can be met without reference to the angle of incidence.

Proposal to enable the approval of emergency stop signal on motorcycles to increase safety.

Proposal to enable the approval of sequential activation of light sources of direction indicators lamps for motorcycles.

Proposal to allow the use of different brake lamp activation methods and to align the brake lamp provision with those applicable for four-wheelers.

Proposal to allow for the installation on motorcycles of light-signalling devices with light sources that can be sequentially activated.

Proposal to delete references to UN R113 Class B headlamps from the regulation.

Correction of two minor reference errors contained in the proposal for Supplement 2 to the 04 series of amendments to Regulation No. 41 which was adopted during the March 2015 session of WP.29.

Proposal to specify that conditioning of exhaust or silencing systems is required only in cases where the fibrous materials are in contact with exhaust gases because there is no possibility for the dispersion of fibrous materials under any other condition.

The current text of UN R41 provides an allowance that increases the noise limit value by 1 dB(A) for motorcycles tested only in second gear under Annex 3. This allowance expires on 1 January 2017. IMMA proposes to extend this allowance until 1 January 2018 in response to the delayed implementation of UN R41-04 in the EU (2016 instead of planned 2014).

Documents GRRF/2015/40 and 41 propose to align GTR 3 and UN R78 with the provisions for anti-lock braking systems used in other regulations. The proposal clarifies the limits on the use of any temporary ABS deactivation switch and prohibition against permanent disabling of ABS if fitted on a motorcycle. IMMA wishes to make the wording more technology-neutral, clarify test conditions considered impractical, and allow time for manufacturers to comply (i.e., add transitional provisions).

IMMA presentation regarding the intention to propose emergency stop signal (ESS) provisions to UN R78 and GTR No. 3. ESS, which automatically activates hazard warning lights during forceful braking situations, already exists under UN R13-H for cars and trucks. IMMA has submitted document GRE-2015-40 to similarly amend UN R53.

Revised proposal to delete in Regulation No. 53 the references to headlamps of Class B of Regulation No. 113.

Revised proposal, taking into account comments from the previous GRSG session, to allow for small variations in the presentation of motorcycle telltales and control symbols that do not deviate to such an extent as to cause confusion.

Proposal to allow Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) systems on motorcycles and related vehicles.

IMMA comments on the latest changes to the draft global technical regulation on motorcycle crankcase and evaporative emissions.

Further proposals for editorial changes to the draft text. IMMA proposes to change references to the “fuel storage and supply system” to “fuel storage and delivery system” and to change the references to “fuel storage tank” to “fuel tank” in order to ensure consistent wording throughout the text.

The current draft GTR refers to the ISO 15031-3 16-pin connector which was developed for road vehicles (e.g., cars). ISO15031-3 is not suitable for use in all motorcycles/mopeds since such connectors need to satisfy specific requirements such as watertightness and smaller size.

ISO SC38/WG4 recently adopted ISO DIS 19689 for an OBD connector that satisifies needs for watertightness, size (6 pins), optimized contacts, accessibility and chemical resistance. Publication of ISO 19689 is expected in April 2016. IMMA thus proposes to make reference to this ‘PTW specific’ connector standard.

Draft of the standard recently adopted by ISO.

Presentation on the status of ISO DIS 19689.

UN R51 specifies that conditioning of a silencing system is necessary only in cases where exhaust gases come into contact with silencer fibrous materials. This proposal would apply the same concept in L category noise regulations.

Proposals to modify the draft Supplement 5 to UN R28:

On new para. 14.3.6.: editorial clarification. (The purpose of fixing the height should be restricted for taking measurement in a particular test.)

On para. 6.2.1.1. and para. 6.2.1.3.: Since sound level meters on the market don’t meet the latest standard yet, IMMA proposes to use same IEC standard as in ECE R51.03: IEC 61672-1:2002.

Proposal to clarify the test procedure by explicitly excluding first gear where possible from the ASEP control range.

IMMA comments on document EPPR-15-05.

IMMA comments on the Chinese proposal to clarify the requirements of UN R10, especially with regard to CISPR Standard 12, IEC Standards 61000-3-3 and 61000-3-11, and ISO Standard 11451-2.

Editorial corrections to the draft GTR on L-category vehicle OBD systems.

Proposal for amendments to the draft 04 series of amendments to Regulation No. 78. The draft 04 series proposes to align UN R78 with the provisions for anti-lock braking systems used in other regulations, including specific exemptions for certain off-road vehicles as incorporated in UN Regulation No. 13. The proposal clarifies the limits on the use of any temporary ABS deactivation switch and prohibition against permanent disabling of ABS if fitted on a motorcycle.

Update IMMA version of document EPPR-17-03.

Proposal to delete category L₄ vehicles from the scope of the regulation. Motorcycles with a side car (L4 category vehicles) should be tested in a state that is designed to be operated on the road (i.e. the side car fitted to the vehicle) using the test procedures of UN Regulation No. 9. Since UN Regulation No. 41.04 does not cover motorcycles with a side car, this text should be deleted in order to avoid any potential misunderstandings.

Proposal to delete a description of the L₄ vehicle category (motorcycles with a side car) from Annex 3 to Regulation No. 41. These vehicles fall under the scope of UN R9, having been removed from the scope of UN R41 as of the 04 series of amendments.

Regulation No. 53 currently allows for the activation of the stop lamp by application of the brakes only. As already presented at a session of the Working Party on Lighting and Light-Signalling (GRE) (see ECE/TRANS/WP29/GRE/2015/42), IMMA is proposing to introduce the activation of stop lamps under more conditions than the application of the service brake only, e.g. also by regenerative braking. As noted in the report of seventy-fourth session of GRE, see ECE/TRANS/WP29/GRE/74, para. 30: “the proposal might need to be accompanied by a modification of Regulation No. 78 under GRRF.” Therefore, IMMA has prepared this proposal for Regulation No. 78. A revised corresponding proposal on Regulation No. 53 will also be submitted to the October 2017 session of GRE.

Proposal to explicitly allow direction indicators to be activated when the motorcycle engine is stopped in order to signal the vehicle status. Some motorcycles currently offer this feature; however, it is not clear whether the scope of Regulation No. 53 covers and allows this function.

Proposal to remove the prohibition against lamps “reciprocally incorporated” with any other lamp. This proposal would align UN R53 with UN R48 and correct an oversight from a previous amendment process.

Proposal to update the definition of “stop lamp” (in line with similar definitions in UN R7 and UN R48) so that it would allow the use of different stop lamp activation methods for powered two-wheelers (e.g. by the application of a retarder or a similar device). A corresponding proposal for amendments to Regulation No. 78 (GRRF/2017/14) has been submitted to the September 2017 session of the Working Party on Braking and Running Gear.

IMMA positions expressed for the 15 September 2017 teleconference session.