Motorcycle · Motorcycle controls
What is true about shifting up or down while you are partway through a curve?
Correct answer: It is acceptable only if you can shift smoothly.
Answer options
- AIt is the most effective way to manage your speed
- BIt works better than changing gear before the curve
- CIt is acceptable only if you can shift smoothly Correct
Why
The safest plan is to be in the right gear before the curve begins. If you have no choice but to shift partway through, do it gently, since a sudden change of power at the rear wheel can break its grip and start a skid.
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Topic: Motorcycle controls License: Motorcycle
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