Practice question

A motorcycle's engine speed rises but the motorcycle does not accelerate proportionally when the throttle is opened. What is a likely cause related to the clutch?

Worn friction plates or oil contamination causing the clutch to slip instead of fully engaging
A fully charged battery
Correctly adjusted valve clearance
A new, correctly inflated rear tyre

Answer: A — Worn friction plates or oil contamination causing the clutch to slip instead of fully engaging

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