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Which brake is the most powerful on most motorcycles and should be used together with the other brake for a quick stop?
- A.The rear brake only
- B.The engine brake only
- C.The parking brake
- D.The front brake
Correct answer
D. The front brake
Why
The front brake provides the majority of a motorcycle's stopping power because weight shifts forward as you slow. For a quick stop, apply both brakes firmly without locking either wheel.
Manual topic: NY Motorcycle Operator's Manual (MV-21MC) - Motorcycle Controls - Brakes · From the New York Motorcycle Permit practice bank (NYM-012).