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Old December 1st 06, 09:43 PM posted to rec.aviation.piloting
Mxsmanic
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Default MXX - Light twins not using contra-rotating propellers

Steve Foley writes:

When you approach stop, a bicycle will fall over to one side or the other.
(unless yours still has training wheels).


As long as the rear wheel is powered and both wheels have traction,
the bicycle cannot fall over. The usual reasons for a bicycle falling
over are a loss of traction or a complete absence of propulsive power
to the rear wheel.

Exactly the same principle applies to motorcycles, scooters, etc.

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