Does application of torque add to rotational stability?

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Start date Nov 9, 2010
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Application Rotational Stability Torque

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Applying torque through engine braking enhances the rotational stability of a motorbike when descending a steep hill. In contrast, riding out of gear without brakes leads to increased instability due to the lack of control over the bike's speed and direction. As speed increases, the bike's stability also improves, but this is contingent on maintaining control through torque application. Therefore, using engine braking while in gear is crucial for maintaining stability at higher speeds. Overall, torque application significantly contributes to the bike's stability in steep descents.

Nov 9, 2010

AJ_2010

Case in example:
If a motorbike is being riden down a steep hill and out of gear with no brakes applied; would this be more unstable than if the bike were in-gear using engine braking?
(Above condition being at the same speeds).

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Nov 24, 2010

cragar

The faster the bike is moving the more stable it is right

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