What should you do when you approach a curve in the road?

When approaching a curve in the road, slowing down and leaning into the curve is the safest and most effective approach for maintaining control and stability while riding a motorcycle. Leaning into the curve helps you align the motorcycle with the radial path of the turn, which decreases the risk of losing traction and helps you navigate the curve smoothly.

Reducing your speed before entering the curve allows for better reaction times and increases your ability to respond to any potential obstacles or changes in the road conditions. By managing your speed and body position, you can maintain the necessary balance and traction throughout the turn, preventing the motorcycle from skidding or tipping over.

The other options may lead to unsafe riding practices. Speeding up can jeopardize your control and balance, taking the turn wide can put you in danger of straying into oncoming traffic or off the road, and stopping before entering the curve can cause confusion for other drivers and creates an unnecessary hazard for both you and others on the road.