What should a motorcyclist do if their throttle sticks open?
Apply the rear brake only
Twist the throttle back and forth to free it, apply the brakes, and pull in the clutch to cut power
Steer off the road immediately
Turn off the ignition immediately while still moving
If the throttle sticks, try twisting it back and forth to free it. If that fails, pull in the clutch to cut power to the rear wheel, then apply the brakes to slow down. As a last resort, turn off the ignition — but be aware this will lock the steering on some models.
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