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Riding Skills (Braking/Swerving/Turning)

An obstacle appears so close that you do not have enough distance to stop in time. The best option is usually to:

  • A.Lock both brakes and slide
  • B.Swerve around it without braking during the swerve
  • C.Close your eyes and hold the bars loosely
  • D.Speed up and ride directly over it at an angle
Correct answer

B. Swerve around it without braking during the swerve

Why

When stopping distance is not available, a swerve can change your path faster than you can stop. Swerve with firm grip presses and do not brake until the bike is upright again.

Manual topic: PA Motorcycle Operator Manual (PUB 147) - Swerving · From the Pennsylvania Motorcycle Permit practice bank (PAM-030).

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