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What can happen if a rider enters a curve with too much speed?

What can happen if a rider enters a curve with too much speed?

Correct answer: The motorcycle can swing wide and end up in another lane.

Answer options

  1. AThe tires will get a firmer grip on the road surface.
  2. BThe rider will find the motorcycle easier to control.
  3. CThe motorcycle can swing wide and end up in another lane. Correct

Why

Too much speed in a curve carries the motorcycle toward the outside edge, where it may cross into the next lane or run off the pavement. Slow down before the curve begins, because hard braking while leaned over can cause a skid.

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Topic: Motorcycle controls   License: Motorcycle

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