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To increase speed using the throttle, you:
- A.Roll the throttle off toward the front of the bike
- B.Squeeze the clutch and coast faster
- C.Press the rear brake pedal harder
- D.Roll the throttle on by twisting it toward you
Correct answer
D. Roll the throttle on by twisting it toward you
Why
Rolling on the throttle by twisting it toward you feeds more fuel and increases speed, while rolling off slows you down. Make throttle changes smoothly to keep the bike stable.
Manual topic: PA Motorcycle Operator Manual (PUB 147) - Motorcycle Controls · From the Pennsylvania Motorcycle Permit practice bank (PAM-016).