Practice question

What is the safest way to handle a sudden gust of wind from a passing semi-truck?

  1. Move toward the side the truck is on to keep close
  2. Anticipate the gust, grip the tank with your knees, hold the bars firmly but relaxed, and adjust lane position slightly away from the truck while it passes
  3. Lean far to one side
  4. Close the throttle and brake hard

Answer: B — Anticipate the gust, grip the tank with your knees, hold the bars firmly but relaxed, and adjust lane position slightly away from the truck while it passes

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