Motorcycle · Motorcycle controls
When you look through a turn, which part of your body should do the turning?
Correct answer: Your head alone.
Answer options
- AYour head along with your shoulders
- BYour entire upper body
- CYour head alone Correct
Why
Swivel just your head to look ahead through the curve, keeping your shoulders square and your eyes level with the horizon. Rotating your shoulders or upper body can tug on the handlebars and pull you off your intended path.
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Topic: Motorcycle controls License: Motorcycle
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