Revision question · Safety and your motorcycle

When should you use your motorcycle's engine cut-out switch?

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When you want to save wear and tear on the battery

When you want to stop the engine for a short time

When you want to stop the engine in an emergency

When you want to save wear and tear on the ignition

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When you want to stop the engine in an emergencyThis was the right answer

Only use the engine cut-out switch in an emergency. When stopping the engine normally, use the ignition switch. This will remind you to take your keys with you when parking. It could also prevent starting problems if you forget you’ve left the cut-out switch in the ‘off’ position.

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Use the engine cut-out for an emergencyReviewed guidance summary · IMG_0214 was inspected: the red handlebar rocker is the engine cut-out, distinct from the blue starter button.

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