Where is the rear brake on a motorcycle?
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For cross bikes and underbone motorcycles, the rear brake is located at the right foot; for scooters, the handle-type rear brake is on the left hand, while the foot-type rear brake is on the pedal and controlled by the right foot. Below is the related introduction: 1. Motorcycle: A motorcycle is a two- or three-wheeled vehicle driven by a gasoline engine and steered by handlebars to control the front wheel. It is lightweight, flexible, fast-moving, and widely used for patrol, passenger and cargo transportation, as well as a sports equipment. 2. Categories: Motorcycles are divided into street bikes, road racing motorcycles, off-road motorcycles, cruisers, touring bikes, etc.
When I first learned to ride a motorcycle, I was also quite confused. A friend taught me that the rear brake is located right under the right foot, next to the footrest where there's a pedal or lever—stepping on it slows the bike down. Just a gentle press with your toes is enough; don’t use too much force to avoid locking the wheel and causing a fall. For regular riding, the right hand controls the front brake for sudden stops, while the rear brake under the right foot is more for stability control, especially during turns or on rainy days. Applying the rear brake first before squeezing the front brake is safer. The design is quite intuitive—once your right foot is in place, you naturally touch that little thing. Some models, like scooters, have the rear brake near the right foot position but in a slightly different shape, though the principle remains similar. After riding for a while, this habit feels natural, helping avoid danger and saving effort. Now, after years of riding, I still remind new learners to practice gentle presses first and avoid reckless actions. The position is straightforward—just place your right foot, and you’ll know.
