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Why are gloves an important part of motorcycle gear?
- A.They are required only for passengers
- B.They improve your grip on the controls and protect your hands in a fall
- C.They allow you to ride without using the hand controls carefully
- D.They replace the need for a jacket
Correct answer
B. They improve your grip on the controls and protect your hands in a fall
Why
Gloves improve grip in cold, heat, and wet conditions and protect your hands, which often contact the ground first in a fall. Bare hands tire faster and are more vulnerable to abrasion and debris.
Manual topic: California Motorcycle Handbook (DL 655) - Rider Safety and Protective Gear · From the California Motorcycle Permit practice bank (CAM-006).