Practice question

If you must stop quickly in a straight line, what is the recommended technique?

Slam both brakes as hard as possible immediately
Squeeze the front brake progressively while applying steady pressure to the rear, keeping the motorcycle upright with handlebars straight
Use only the rear brake to avoid skidding
Downshift several gears and let engine braking do the work

Answer: B — Squeeze the front brake progressively while applying steady pressure to the rear, keeping the motorcycle upright with handlebars straight

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