What should you NEVER do in a swerve?

What should you NEVER do in a swerve?

• A. Brake during the swerve.
• B. Accelerate during a swerve.
• C. Turn the handlebars sharply.
• D. Lean away from the turn.

Answer: (A)

During a swerve, keeping the bike stable and in control is the priority. Braking in the middle of a swerve unsettles weight distribution, unloads the tires, and can cause the front end to wash out or the rear to slide—making it much harder to complete the maneuver safely. The aim is smooth steering into the turn with steady throttle to preserve grip and maintain your chosen line. Sharp turns of the handlebars disrupt balance, and leaning away from the turn reduces stability, which is why those inputs are avoided. A calm, controlled throttle helps you stay balanced through the bend, but braking is the action you should never use during a swerve.

During a swerve, keeping the bike stable and in control is the priority. Braking in the middle of a swerve unsettles weight distribution, unloads the tires, and can cause the front end to wash out or the rear to slide—making it much harder to complete the maneuver safely. The aim is smooth steering into the turn with steady throttle to preserve grip and maintain your chosen line. Sharp turns of the handlebars disrupt balance, and leaning away from the turn reduces stability, which is why those inputs are avoided. A calm, controlled throttle helps you stay balanced through the bend, but braking is the action you should never use during a swerve.