What should you do if your chain slips or breaks while riding?

If your chain slips or breaks while riding, it’s crucial to prioritize safety and control. Pulling off the road and stopping using the engine cutoff switch and clutch is the most effective action to take. This method allows you to safely reduce speed and come to a stop without losing complete control of the motorcycle. Engaging the clutch will help you have better control over the motorcycle while slowing down, while the engine cutoff switch ensures that the power to the engine is cut off, making it easier to manage the situation.

The other options are less safe or practical. Gradually applying the brakes could lead to loss of control, as a broken chain affects the bike’s stability. Rotating the throttle back and forth may seem like a good idea to try to free the chain, but it can actually lead to further complications or even an accident. Attempting to reattach the chain while riding is extremely unsafe and unrealistic, as it requires significant focus and could lead to a serious accident if not handled properly. Thus, the safest approach in the scenario of a chain failure is to safely stop the motorcycle first.