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If the rear wheel locks during hard braking on a straight, high-traction surface, what is generally advised?
- A.Release it immediately at any speed
- B.Keep it locked until the motorcycle stops, to avoid a high-side fall
- C.Accelerate to unlock it
- D.Turn the handlebars sharply to regain traction
Correct answer
A. Release it immediately at any speed
Why
Releasing a locked rear wheel while it is out of line at speed can snap the motorcycle upright violently in a high-side crash. Keeping it locked until stopping, on a straight high-traction surface, avoids that sudden snap.
Manual topic: MSF Rider Handbook (FLHSMV) - Ride Within Your Abilities · From the Florida Motorcycle Permit practice bank (FLM-029).