What should be done when you see a pothole ahead?

When encountering a pothole, slowing down and maneuvering safely is essential for maintaining control of the motorcycle and ensuring rider safety. Potholes can cause significant damage to the motorcycle and can lead to loss of control if approached at high speed. By reducing speed, the rider has a better chance to assess the pothole and make a safe decision on how to navigate around it.

If the rider has already committed to the pothole and is on it, ignoring it can lead to loss of balance or tire damage, so staying aware and prepared to correct course is important. Speeding up can cause the rider to hit the pothole harder, increasing the risk of accidents or injury. Braking hard might cause the bike’s weight to shift unexpectedly, potentially leading to a loss of balance. Therefore, the most prudent and safest approach is to slow down and maneuver around the pothole if conditions allow. This strategy minimizes risk and helps maintain safe riding practices.