Practice question

What is a 'high-side' crash on a motorcycle and why is it particularly dangerous?

  1. When the motorcycle falls gently onto its side while parked on the kickstand
  2. When a sliding rear tyre suddenly regains grip, snapping the suspension upright and violently catapulting the rider over the top of the motorcycle
  3. When a rider takes a corner at exactly 20 km/h
  4. When riding over an elevated speed bump

Answer: B — When a sliding rear tyre suddenly regains grip, snapping the suspension upright and violently catapulting the rider over the top of the motorcycle

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