Abstract
Learning to operate a “brain cycle,” a modified bicycle with inverted steering mechanics,
serves as a compelling model for studying cognitive flexibility, motor adaptation, and the
process of unlearning. The present study aimed to investigate the motor learning skill
development of experienced cyclists adapting to reversed control dynamics. The study
analyses motor learning patterns, error correction behaviour, and neuro-cognitive adaptation.
Data from five experienced adult riders were collected over two weeks of training sessions.
Findings revealed an initial performance drop followed by gradual improvement, with
adaptation emerging after 3–6 hours of cumulative practice. The process mirrors sustainable
skill transformation: promoting resilience, adaptability, and lifelong learning. The
implications extend to sustainable development through education models emphasizing
unlearning outdated habits and fostering adaptive thinking in complex systems.
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