Often Aggravated, Avoid Putting Fingers On The Brakes When Riding A Motorbike

Illustration of the finger on the brake lever/(Photo: Wahana Makmur Sejati)

JAKARTA - Two-wheelers of course are not a few who often place their fingers or stand by on the brakes while driving, especially the front brake lever with the aim of being more alert when braking.

However, this condition is wrong or does not recommend it because when the fingers stand by on the front brake lever can actually increase the risk of accidents.

"It's true to be more alert, but the brain tends to give reflex signals to brake as hard as possible if there is a potential danger on the road. For example, there are people crossing the road," said Head of Safety Riding Promotion of PT Wahana Makmur Sejati (WMS) Agus Sani, in his official statement, Saturday, May 25.

Furthermore, the man who is familiarly called Agus said that the potential for accidents could increase if motorists panic and press the front brake lever strongly. Instead of being more alert, it can be a disaster.

"In a panic condition, there is a possibility that the lever of the gas has not been fully covered. At the same time, the finger of the right hand has been reflexed to pull the lever of the brakes," he said.

When the above happens, Agus revealed that it is very likely that the motor will continue to run and the braking will not be optimal. Worst of all, the driver fell because the front tire was locked or the slip given the high front brake sensitivity.

"So, avoid the fingers of stand by on the front brake lever to stay," said Agus Sani.

So, make sure your finger doesn't stand by on the brake lever so it doesn't cause new problems.