Practice question

On a long downhill, why should you use engine braking in addition to the brakes?

Engine braking damages the transmission
Downshifting and letting the engine slow the bike reduces heat build-up in the brakes and helps maintain control
Engine braking is only useful on flat roads
It saves fuel by speeding up

Answer: B — Downshifting and letting the engine slow the bike reduces heat build-up in the brakes and helps maintain control

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