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If the front wheel locks during hard braking, you should:
- A.Hold it locked until you stop
- B.Release the front brake immediately and then reapply it
- C.Squeeze the front brake even harder
- D.Turn the handlebars sharply to the side
Correct answer
B. Release the front brake immediately and then reapply it
Why
A locked front wheel loses steering and will quickly cause a fall, so release the brake immediately and reapply it more smoothly. This lets the wheel roll and regain traction.
Manual topic: PA Motorcycle Operator Manual (PUB 147) - Braking · From the Pennsylvania Motorcycle Permit practice bank (PAM-022).