Practice question

What is engine braking?

  1. Using only the engine kill switch to stop
  2. Closing the throttle (or downshifting) to let the engine slow the motorcycle through compression resistance
  3. Applying the front and rear brakes simultaneously
  4. Pulling in the clutch to coast

Answer: B — Closing the throttle (or downshifting) to let the engine slow the motorcycle through compression resistance

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