Michigan's freeze-thaw cycle and heavy use of road salt cause widespread potholes. When you see a pothole ahead, you should:

1. Brake hard and lean to avoid it
2. Slow down before the pothole, then rise slightly on the footpegs, keep a firm grip, and roll the throttle on lightly as the wheels cross it
3. Aim the front tire directly into the deepest part
4. Lock the front brake as you ride through it