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  • The Front Brake Lever is situated on the right-hand grip of the handlebars. It is connected to the master cylinder also mounted on the handlebars. Pressure on the lever by the fingers of the right hand controls the front brakes of the motorcycle.
  • Since most of the stopping power of a motorcycle is situated in the front brakes, you should get in the habit of using the front brake at all times. That means actively using your right hand on the front brake lever to stop the motorcycle. There are some exceptions but they are treated in the motorcycle safety courses.

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