How can you tell if you have a flat tire?

• A. The brakes will seize up.
• B. You seldom hear it; if the motorcycle handles strangely, pull off the road.
• C. The tires will emit a red warning light.
• D. The engine will stall immediately.

Answer: (B)

A flat tire changes how the bike behaves rather than triggering a mechanical failure you’d feel in the engine or brakes. The key cue is handling: the motorcycle may begin to pull to one side, the steering can feel heavy or unstable, or there may be a noticeable wobble, even if you don’t hear anything unusual. When you notice that, ease off, slow gradually, and pull off the road to a safe spot. That immediate response keeps you from riding another few miles on a flat and helps prevent a crash. The other options describe symptoms that aren’t typical indicators of a flat tire: brakes seizing up is a brake issue, a red warning light on tires isn’t standard on most motorcycles, and an engine stalling isn’t caused by a flat tire.