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Which brake provides most of a motorcycle's stopping power?
- A.The rear brake, because it is foot-operated
- B.The front brake
- C.Both brakes always provide exactly equal power
- D.The engine brake alone
Correct answer
B. The front brake
Why
As you brake, weight shifts forward onto the front tire, giving it more grip. For that reason the front brake does most of the work, while the rear brake adds stability and additional stopping force.
Manual topic: MSF Rider Handbook (FLHSMV) - Ride Within Your Abilities · From the Florida Motorcycle Permit practice bank (FLM-022).