Which of the following functions should the gloves worn by a motorcyclist primarily perform?
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Correct answer
C. Protect the hands in case of a fall.
Explanation
In the photo you can see leather motorcycle gloves with hard knuckle protectors. A motorcyclist's gloves should above all protect the hands in the event of a fall - answer C.
The Road Traffic Act requires a road user to avoid actions that could endanger safety, and protective clothing is part of preparing to ride. In a fall, you stretch out your hands by reflex - it is your hands that hit the asphalt first and slide along it; without gloves, the skin and tendons are worn away in a fraction of a second, and broken bones of the hand take months to heal. Gloves made of leather or strong fabric, with knuckle protectors and wrist reinforcement, take this impact. Increasing grip strength (answer A) is not their job - you hold the handlebars loosely, because tightly clenched hands make riding stiff. Appearance (answer B) is a secondary matter. In addition, gloves protect against wind, cold, rain and insects, improve the feel of the controls and prevent the hands from going numb on a long trip.
Legal basis: Art. 3 para. 1 of the Road Traffic Act (Prawo o ruchu drogowym)