Revision question · Safety margins

You have checked that shallow water is safe for your motorcycle to cross. How should you ride through it?

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Ride quickly, in a high gear

Ride slowly, in a high gear

Ride quickly, in a low gear

Ride slowly, in a low gear

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Ride slowly, in a low gearThis was the right answer

Do not enter water unless its depth, current and surface are safe for the motorcycle. Deep or fast-flowing water and hidden hazards can make crossing unsafe; choose another route if unsure. Only in a safe, shallow crossing, use a low gear and a slow, steady pace. Afterwards, test the brakes gently in a safe place. Engine speed does not make deep water safe.

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Low gear and a steady walking paceReviewed guidance summary · Low gear and slow, steady control apply only after establishing that water is safe and shallow, not to unknown or fast-flowing flooding.

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