Engine V's brakes.... the endless debate.

And there is no right and wrong (a bit like daytime running lights).

There is a time and a place for both. And it's up to you the rider to determine when and where.

Personally, in the main, I use throttle control, this means holding the speed, acceleration or deceleration by careful use of the throttle.

Brakes have one massive advantage over engine braking, they tell the person behind you that you are slowing down. very important if you don't want to end up being rear-ended. I would always consider applying enough brake to bring the lights up and warn others.

Correct throttle control means less tyre wear, less fuel and less chance of upsetting the bike.

Sometimes I like to ride on the brakes and throttle, usually in the mountains and mostly when there are no other road users who might find this riding style offensive.

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