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A small movement of the handlebar will have an immediate effect on the wheel's turning angle
The handlebar is the motorcycle control responsible for turning the front wheel, so even the slightest movement will cause the motorcycle's direction to turn to one side or the other. For this reason, you should always move the handlebar smoothly and grip it firmly while riding.
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You will need to make a large, sharp movement for it to affect the wheel's turning angle
A small movement of the handlebar will have an immediate effect on the wheel's turning angle
When turning left, it needs to be handled more gently than when turning right
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