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Topic: Carrying passengers and loads · Nº 202 / 574

Cuando se transporta un pasajero en la motocicleta, ¿puede verse afectado el centro de gravedad de la motocicleta?

When a passenger is carried on a motorcycle, can the motorcycle's centre of gravity be affected?

  • ASolamente en el caso de que el pasajero tenga un peso excesivo.Only if the passenger is excessively heavy.
  • BSí.Yes.
  • CComo norma general no, ya que las motocicletas están preparadas para transportar hasta dos personas.As a general rule, no, because motorcycles are designed to carry up to two people.
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Correct answer

  • BSí.Yes.
Explanation

The motorcycle's centre of gravity can be affected when a passenger is carried. The extra weight at the rear of the motorcycle can change its balance and stability, which can affect the rider's ability to manoeuvre. So the correct answer is "Yes".

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