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A student is riding a bike and applies brakes. Which most helps the bike to stop?
During hard braking, it's the front.
A bike + rider is fairly tall off the ground compared to the length front/rear.
This means that as you brake, it'll try to topple forward, putting more weight on the front wheel.
More weight, means more friction. More friction means you can brake harder w/o the wheel locking up.
At the rear, the reverse happens.
As you brake, the weight on the wheel is reduced. Less weight means less friction. Less friction means the wheel will lock up easier. And a locked wheel doesn't brake very well.
Brake hard enough, and the rear will come off the ground. Done intentionally, it's called a stoppie.
During light braking, it doesn't matter. There's not enough weight transfer to put the rear at risk of locking up and skidding.
Same happens to pretty much all vehicles apart from big trucks and trailers. Cars are generally set up with something called brake bias, where front brakes are engineered to brake harder.
What else can I help you with?
How can I prevent my brakes from overheating while going downhill?
To prevent brakes from overheating while going downhill, you can use engine braking by downshifting to a lower gear, apply brakes intermittently instead of continuously, and avoid riding the brakes for extended periods. This helps distribute the braking force and reduces the risk of overheating.
What are the advantages of electric bicycle brakes compared to traditional mechanical brakes?
Electric bicycle brakes have the advantage of being more responsive and requiring less physical effort to operate compared to traditional mechanical brakes. They also provide more consistent braking power and can be easily adjusted for different riding conditions. Additionally, electric brakes can offer features such as regenerative braking, which helps to recharge the battery while slowing down.
How to bed in disc brakes properly?
To bed in disc brakes properly, start by riding at a moderate speed and applying the brakes gently to heat up the brake pads and rotors. Repeat this process several times, gradually increasing the braking force until the brakes feel smooth and responsive. This helps transfer a layer of brake pad material onto the rotor surface for optimal performance.
What can make the brakes grab in reverse?
warped brake discs can cause your brakes to grab in reverse. Hope this helps.
What would make the front end of a 2002 ford explorer shake at low speed when making a turn or hitting a small bump?
if your riding your brakes,you may have warped rotors, otherwise its something wrong with your steering and/or alignment. hope this helps : )
What is student assistance foundation?
The Student Assistance Foundation helps people who want to start college or are in college to find the best school for them, and helps them find student loans and grants.
Why do I have to pump my brakes?
You need to pump your brakes to prevent them from locking up and causing your car to skid. Pumping the brakes helps maintain control and allows you to stop safely in slippery or emergency situations.
What do you do as a violin teacher?
A violin teacher helps to teach a student how to play violin. A violin teacher helps a student with technique and selecting repertoire. He/she is always positive and encouraging to help the student grow musically.
What is therapeutic horse back riding?
Therapeutic riding is supervised riding under a physican's prescription. It is different from when disabled people ride for fun. Therapeutic riding is medication. I just did a report on therapeutic riding but for more info go to narha.org Hope this helps!
This helps you be seen when you're riding a bike?
Reflector, lights, dynamo.
Why do you have to pump the brakes in order to build up pressure?
When you pump the brakes, it helps to build up pressure in the brake system. This pressure is necessary to activate the brakes and slow down or stop the vehicle effectively.
Why do auto mfgs decide to put a third center brake light on all autos?
I find it helps to know when someone is braking. If you don't have it, you don't know if the person is riding their brakes, or just has bright tail lights. I don't know if there's a law for it now, but there probably is.
