Motorcycle · Motorcycle controls
Why is it harder to stop a motorcycle in the middle of a curve?
Correct answer: Leaning leaves less traction available for braking.
Answer options
- AA motorcycle naturally picks up speed while it is leaning
- BThe brake controls work only when the motorcycle is upright
- CLeaning leaves less traction available for braking Correct
Why
When the motorcycle is leaned over, part of the tires' grip is already being used to carry it through the curve, so less is left for stopping. Whenever you can, do your braking while the bike is still upright, before the curve begins.
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Topic: Motorcycle controls License: Motorcycle
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