Which action should you minimize when avoiding an obstacle?

Which action should you minimize when avoiding an obstacle?

• A. Not touching brakes if possible
• B. Applying brakes lightly
• C. Slamming brakes
• D. Intermittent braking

Answer: (A)

When avoiding an obstacle on a motorcycle, the priority is to keep the bike stable and under control by steering rather than braking. If you can steer around the obstacle without touching the brakes, you preserve balance and traction, reducing the risk of losing control or sliding. Braking lightly may be needed in some cases, but it can complicate the steering path and increase the chance of a skid. Slamming the brakes is dangerous because it can lock the wheels and eliminate your ability to steer away. Intermittent braking is unpredictable and can throw off your speed and handling. So, the best approach is to avoid touching the brakes if possible and focus on steering to clear the obstacle.

When avoiding an obstacle on a motorcycle, the priority is to keep the bike stable and under control by steering rather than braking. If you can steer around the obstacle without touching the brakes, you preserve balance and traction, reducing the risk of losing control or sliding. Braking lightly may be needed in some cases, but it can complicate the steering path and increase the chance of a skid. Slamming the brakes is dangerous because it can lock the wheels and eliminate your ability to steer away. Intermittent braking is unpredictable and can throw off your speed and handling. So, the best approach is to avoid touching the brakes if possible and focus on steering to clear the obstacle.