Practice question

Why is it important to keep the motorcycle's chain properly tensioned and lubricated?

  1. Only for fuel efficiency
  2. An over-tight, under-tight, or dry chain can break, jump the sprocket, and lock the rear wheel — which can throw the rider off
  3. Chains don't affect motorcycle safety
  4. Chains only matter on race bikes

Answer: B — An over-tight, under-tight, or dry chain can break, jump the sprocket, and lock the rear wheel — which can throw the rider off

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