Traction control is already starting to become more present - most of the Suzuki sport models offer the mode selector switch this year for instance. Crude traction control..
ABS - I have ridden a few bikes with it, and once it did perhaps help. For the most part though, there is no substitute for experience, a good set of braided brake lines, and well bled and maintained brakes. My bike gives me incredible power and feedback through the lever. Some folks are not as sensitive though, or meticulous, and ABS goes a long way towards helping them in difficult situations.
The first time the ABS engaged on my cousin's R1150GS when I was riding it, it freaked me out. I was nowhere near the threshold for the brakes. That sudden feeling for a second that you are not slowing down is really weird. After that, I never engaged it again, and disabled it at the next stop (BMW usually allows for the ABS to be disengaged on most bikes).
