If you need to slow down while turning, what should you do?

When you need to slow down while turning, using caution and applying both brakes is the recommended approach. This technique allows for more controlled deceleration and maintains stability throughout the turn. Utilizing both brakes helps to evenly distribute the stopping force, which can prevent the front wheel from locking up and causing a loss of steering control. Balance is crucial in a turn, and using both brakes helps to keep the motorcycle upright and stable.

The choice to ignore braking entirely would lead to an unsafe situation, as it can result in insufficient control. Using only the rear brake may not provide enough stopping power, particularly in sharper turns where staying balanced and controlled is essential. Speeding up to maintain balance is counterintuitive; increasing speed can lead to a loss of control and increase the risk of skidding or tip-over. Therefore, applying both brakes with caution while turning is the safest and most effective method to slow down appropriately.