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What is target fixation, and how does a rider avoid it?
- A.Staring at your mirrors; check them less often
- B.Staring at the hazard you fear hitting; instead look where you want to go
- C.Fixing your eyes on the speedometer; glance up briefly
- D.Looking only far ahead; ignore the near road
Correct answer
B. Staring at the hazard you fear hitting; instead look where you want to go
Why
Target fixation is locking your eyes on the object you want to avoid, which tends to steer you toward it. Deliberately looking toward your escape path helps the motorcycle go where you actually want it to go.
Manual topic: MSF Rider Handbook (FLHSMV) - Ride Within Your Abilities · From the Florida Motorcycle Permit practice bank (FLM-026).