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Braking and Stopping Flashcards

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  1. When approaching an intersection where you may need to stop, what braking preparation should you make?

    Answer: Cover the brakes by positioning your fingers over the lever

    Covering the brakes by hovering your fingers over the lever reduces reaction time, allowing you to begin braking sooner when needed.

  2. What effect does road camber (banking) have on braking?

    Answer: A negative camber (sloping away) reduces braking effectiveness

    A road surface that slopes away from you (negative camber) reduces the tire's contact with the road and can cause skidding during braking.

  3. During a normal planned stop, what is the proper sequence of actions?

    Answer: Apply both brakes progressively, downshift through gears, pull in clutch before stopping

    Apply both brakes progressively while downshifting through gears sequentially, then pull in the clutch just before coming to a complete stop.

  4. How does hot weather affect motorcycle braking performance?

    Answer: Heat can reduce brake fluid effectiveness and cause brake fade

    Extreme heat can cause brake fluid to boil and create vapor pockets, reducing hydraulic pressure and causing brake fade or failure.

  5. What is the best way to test your brakes after riding through a large puddle?

    Answer: Gently apply both brakes while in a straight line at low speed

    Gently apply brakes in a straight line at low speed to check function and help dry the pads and rotors without causing a skid.

  6. What is 'brake fade' and when is it most likely to occur?

    Answer: Reduced braking power after repeated or prolonged braking, often on long descents

    Brake fade is a reduction in braking effectiveness caused by heat buildup from repeated or prolonged braking, most common on long mountain descents.

  7. When stopping on an uphill grade, which adjustment should you make compared to level ground?

    Answer: Expect a shorter stopping distance because gravity assists braking

    On an uphill grade, gravity works against forward momentum, which reduces stopping distance compared to level ground.