What could happen if you cross a raised edge at high speeds and a narrow angle?

• A. You will gain stability.
• B. The tires will lock and slide.
• C. The bike will automatically regain traction.
• D. You could lose control.

Answer: (D)

When a wheel meets a raised edge while you're moving fast and leaning, the tire’s contact with the road changes abruptly. The edge can grab or push the tire, breaking the grip you’ve got on the surface. In a narrow-angle crossing, one side of the tire may hit the edge while the other remains on smooth pavement, causing an uneven grip and a sudden change in lean. That quick shift in traction can make the bike wobble, tuck, or slide, and you can lose control if your hands and throttle inputs aren’t calm and smooth. Traction isn’t automatically restored just because you’re past the edge; it depends on you maintaining control through gradual steering, steady throttle, and avoiding abrupt corrections.

So crossing a raised edge at high speed and a sharp angle is dangerous because it can disrupt grip and throw off balance, making loss of control a real possibility. Slowing down, approaching edges at a shallow angle, and keeping inputs smooth helps keep both tires in contact with the road and preserves stability.