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Why should you secure loose scarves, straps, and clothing before riding?
- A.Loose items make you more aerodynamic at all speeds
- B.Loose items can flap, distract you, and catch in moving parts
- C.Loose items are required to signal turns
- D.Loose items have no effect on riding
Correct answer
B. Loose items can flap, distract you, and catch in moving parts
Why
Flapping clothing is distracting and painful at speed, and loose straps can catch in chains, wheels, or controls. Tucking in and securing everything before you start keeps your attention on riding.
Manual topic: California Motorcycle Handbook (DL 655) - Rider Safety and Protective Gear · From the California Motorcycle Permit practice bank (CAM-010).