Revision question · Motorcycle handling

You're riding a motorcycle that doesn't have anti-lock brakes (ABS). What should you do if braking too hard has caused both wheels to skid?

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Release both brakes together

Release the front brake, then the rear brake

Release the front brake only

Release the rear brake only

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Release both brakes togetherThis was the right answer

On a motorcycle that doesn't have ABS, braking too hard will cause a skid. Release the brakes immediately to allow the wheels to turn, then reapply them as firmly as the road surface and conditions will allow.

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Rule 119Highway Code rule · The two recovery prompts explicitly exclude ABS, so they must not be taught as ABS braking instructions.Recover grip without fighting the machineReviewed guidance summary · The two recovery prompts explicitly exclude ABS, so they must not be taught as ABS braking instructions.

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