What should you do if you must stop quickly?

When you need to stop quickly on a moped, employing all the mentioned actions plays a critical role in ensuring both your safety and the efficiency of the stop. Pressing both brakes immediately is vital; it maximizes your stopping power because using both brakes helps distribute the stopping force evenly between the front and rear wheels.

Keeping the front wheel straight is essential for maintaining stability during the stop. When the front wheel is straight, you reduce the risk of skidding and losing control. If the wheel were turned, it could lead to a fall or accident as the weight shifts.

Applying the rear brake firmly while using the front brake gently ensures that you do not tip the moped forward and lose control. The rear brake provides the necessary balance and helps avoid skidding, while the front brake, which is more powerful, should always be applied with caution to prevent a sudden stop that could lead to flipping over the handlebars.

Combining all these actions provides an effective method of stopping quickly and safely without compromising the control of the moped.