What is the risk of driving a motorcycle while its kick-stand is down?
- Damage would be caused to the roadway and other infrastructures.
- The motorcycle would be unbalanced.
- Correct answer: The kick-stand will hit the roadway and might cause the motorcycle to roll-over.
- The kick-stand would wear out and cause the motorcycle to fall.
Why this is the answer
The correct answer in the official bank: The kick-stand will hit the roadway and might cause the motorcycle to roll-over.
A kick-stand left down sticks out below the motorcycle. When leaning into a turn or riding over a bump, it can dig into the road and lever the bike over, throwing the rider off. Always check that the kick-stand is folded up before moving off. The real danger is a crash, not wear of the stand or damage to the road.