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Question 8134

You are riding your motorcycle on the wet roadway shown in the image; if you brake, this situation will cause…

  1. the stopping distance not to increase.
  2. an increase in braking distance.
  3. a decrease in reaction distance.
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Correct answer: an increase in braking distance.

On wet roads, tires have less grip, so the motorcycle needs more meters to brake, and stopping distance also increases. Reaction distance depends on your speed and how long you take to react, and water does not shorten it. Brake gently and early, with the motorcycle upright.

Motorcycle Operator Manual with Supplementary Information for Three-Wheel Motorcycles