You’re riding a motorcycle that does not have anti-lock brakes (ABS). What should you do if you have to brake sharply and your motorcycle starts to skid?

Question topic: Motorcycle , Vehicle/motorcycle handling

You're riding a motorcycle that does not have anti-lock brakes (ABS). What should you do if you have to brake sharply and your motorcycle starts to skid?

Continue braking and select a low gear

Apply the brakes harder for better grip

Select neutral and use the front brake only

Release and reapply the brakes

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