Leaning ( for bikes and motorcycles)
Description
Bikes must lean during a turn to balance the relevant forces: gravitational, inertial, frictional, and ground support. The angle of lean can be calculated using the laws of circular motion.
Related formulasVariables
θ | Angle of lean (radians) |
v | The forward speed (m/s) |
g | Standard gravity |
r | Radius of the turn (m) |