What is the correct procedure for coming to a complete stop on a motorcycle?

COMPLETE STOP PROCEDURE combines braking and gear management: BRAKING: Apply both front and rear brakes progressively — squeeze, don't grab; CLUTCH: Pull in the clutch as speed drops toward engine idle speed to prevent stalling; DOWNSHIFTING: As you slow, downshift through the gears so you arrive at a stop in first gear — this ensures you have power available to move when you need to; FOOT DOWN: At near-zero speed, put one foot (usually left) down for balance; FIRST GEAR READY: Remain in first gear while stopped so you can move immediately if needed (emergency avoidance, traffic changes). COMMON ERROR: Downshifting without releasing the clutch smoothly — this causes the rear wheel to lock momentarily and skip, especially on slippery surfaces.