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Which control operates the rear brake on most motorcycles?
- A.The pedal under your right foot
- B.The lever at the right handgrip
- C.The lever at the left handgrip
- D.The gear shift lever under your left foot
Correct answer
A. The pedal under your right foot
Why
The rear brake pedal is under your right foot, and the shift lever is under your left foot. Use both brakes together for normal stopping so the habit is automatic in an emergency.
Manual topic: California Motorcycle Handbook (DL 655) - Motorcycle Controls · From the California Motorcycle Permit practice bank (CAM-013).