Revision question · Motorcycle handling

Your motorcycle doesn't have linked brakes. In an emergency, what should you do to stop quickly?

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Apply the rear brake only

Apply the front brake only

Apply the front brake just before the rear brake

Apply the rear brake just before the front brake

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Apply the front brake just before the rear brakeThis was the right answer

You should plan ahead to avoid the need to stop suddenly, but if an emergency arises, you must be able to stop safely. Applying the front brake just before the rear brake will help you to stop safely and quickly.

Reviewed reading for this question

Use both brakes progressivelyReviewed guidance summary · These are independent-brake technique questions; the wet-road prompt is separately qualified to exclude linked systems.

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