Chapter 5

Acceleration, using gears and braking

The learning in this chapter, along with rider training, should enable to:

• explain how acceleration, braking and cornering affect tyre grip and machine stability
• show that you can control your machine accurately in a range of situations

• show good acceleration sense, using the throttle accurately and smoothly
• show how to use gears accurately, selecting the correct gear in a range of circumstances and for different purposes
• explain the safe stopping distance
• show how to use the brakes and engine braking to slow the bike appropriately and safely in different circumstance
• explain the main factors that reduce fuel consumption.