Practice question
What can happen if you downshift to a much lower gear at high speed and then release the clutch too quickly?
- The engine will stall and the bike will coast smoothly
- The rear wheel can lock or skid as the engine forces it to slow suddenly
- The front wheel will lift
- Nothing; the transmission will protect itself
Answer: B — The rear wheel can lock or skid as the engine forces it to slow suddenly
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