At what speed should you begin practicing your emergency stopping technique?

Beginning to practice your emergency stopping technique at a low speed is essential for several reasons. First, low speeds allow you to familiarize yourself with the balance, weight distribution, and braking systems of your motorcycle without the added pressure of high-speed maneuvers. This is particularly important as it enables you to develop confidence in your stopping techniques and to make mistakes safely.

At low speeds, you can focus on body positioning and braking without the risk of severe consequences that come with higher speeds. As you become more comfortable with your stopping technique, you can gradually increase your speed. This approach promotes skill development in a controlled environment before facing the demands of real-world riding scenarios, which could involve emergency stops at higher speeds.

Practicing emergency stopping at a high speed or any speed could lead to greater risks of loss of control or not having enough reaction time to properly execute the technique. Starting at a walking speed may not provide the realistic feedback needed to understand how your motorcycle handles during a stop. Thus, low speed is the most effective starting point for mastering emergency stopping techniques.