Question 3081 · Motorcycle theory test
Which of these has an effect on the stopping distance of a motorcycle?
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Correct answer
Road conditions.
Official explanation
Road surfaces that are wet, icy or loose reduce tyre grip, and extend your stopping distance considerably. At 80 km/h on a good dry road, stopping distance is typically 52 metres, whereas on a wet road this increases to 81 metres.
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- Controls & riding technique · Managing Speed
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