If you lock the front tire while stopping, what should you do?

When you lock the front tire while stopping, the most effective strategy is to release and then reapply the front brake. Locking the front tire typically indicates that too much pressure is being applied to the brake, which can cause a loss of traction. When this occurs, releasing the brake allows the wheel to start rolling again, which helps to regain control of the motorcycle. After releasing the brake and allowing the front tire to regain traction, you can then reapply the front brake more gently to bring the motorcycle to a stop safely.

This technique is crucial because maintaining control of the motorcycle is paramount. If you continue to brake with a locked front tire, you risk losing stability and potentially crashing. Simply turning the handlebars or applying more rear brake may not provide the necessary control required to stop safely, as these actions do not address the loss of traction on the front wheel.