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Question 7639

If you make a very tight turn on your motorcycle at a slow speed, what precaution should you take?

  1. Do not brake with the front brake because the wheel can lock up and cause a fall.
  2. At such a slow speed, it is not necessary to take any precautions.
  3. You should compensate for the gyroscopic effect with your body weight.
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Correct answer: Do not brake with the front brake because the wheel can lock up and cause a fall.

When riding slowly with the handlebars turned sharply, such as when making a U-turn on a narrow street, avoid the front brake. With the wheel turned, squeezing the lever can lock it up and cause you to fall. Enter the turn slowly and control your speed with the clutch and throttle. If you need to brake, use the rear brake gently.

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