What is the best way to handle a curve while riding a motorcycle?

Leaning the motorcycle into the curve is the best way to navigate turns effectively. When you lean the bike, you help maintain balance and stability, allowing the tires to maintain traction with the road. This technique takes advantage of the centrifugal force that acts on the motorcycle and rider, helping to counterbalance the forces experienced during the turn.

Leaning reduces the risk of the motorcycle tipping over or losing traction, particularly in sharper curves where maintaining the correct angle is crucial for safety. It also allows for a smoother turn, as the rider can adjust their body position to keep the center of gravity low, further enhancing control.

In contrast, keeping the motorcycle upright through a turn may lead to difficulties in managing the curve and can cause problems with steering and stability. Accelerating sharply during a turn could result in losing control or skidding, while braking harshly before a curve is not advisable as it can shift weight to the front wheel, increasing the risk of losing traction and control.