What is the immediate step to take if your motorcycle's engine shuts off in traffic?
If a motorcycle's engine shuts off in traffic, signaling and merging to the shoulder is the immediate appropriate step. This action ensures you're out of the main flow of traffic, reducing the risk of collision and allowing you to assess and address the problem safely. Remaining in a moving lane without power is dangerous both for the rider and for other drivers who might not realize your vehicle isn't moving predictably.
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