When parking on a slope, why should you turn the front wheel toward the curb?

When parking on a slope, why should you turn the front wheel toward the curb?

• A. To prevent the motorcycle from rolling into traffic if the stand fails.
• B. To make it easier to roll away.
• C. To improve exhaust clearance.
• D. To avoid scraping the exhaust.

Answer: (A)

On a slope, your motorcycle relies on the stand to hold it in place. If the stand slips or fails, gravity can make the bike roll toward traffic. Turning the front wheel toward the curb places the curb itself as a physical barrier that catches the wheel and stops forward movement, preventing the bike from rolling into the street. This extra restraint is the primary safety benefit. The other options don’t address the real risk of a roll-away on a slope.

On a slope, your motorcycle relies on the stand to hold it in place. If the stand slips or fails, gravity can make the bike roll toward traffic. Turning the front wheel toward the curb places the curb itself as a physical barrier that catches the wheel and stops forward movement, preventing the bike from rolling into the street. This extra restraint is the primary safety benefit. The other options don’t address the real risk of a roll-away on a slope.