If the throttle is stuck and you cannot free it, you should?

• A. Operate the engine cut-off switch and pull in the clutch.
• B. Slam on the brakes repeatedly.
• C. Continue to apply throttle until it frees.
• D. Ignore the problem and coast to a stop.

Answer: (B)

When a throttle sticks, the priority is to quickly cut power and regain control. Use the engine kill switch to shut off power and pull in the clutch to disengage the engine from the drive. This stops the engine from continuing to rev and prevents the wheel from being driven by the engine, giving you full control to brake and steer to a safe stop. Once the power is cut and the clutch is in, brake calmly and steadily to stop.

Slamming on the brakes repeatedly can cause a loss of steering control and a skid, continuing to apply throttle won’t free the stuck throttle, and ignoring the problem isn’t safe because you can’t control your speed.