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'Counter-momentum' or illusion ?

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Hi.

When a turning wheel comes to rest, there is an apparent tiny backing of the motion. Is it apparent or real ?

As in a turntable, a ceiling fan, or any horizontal turning mass when comes to a stop, gives the impression of reversing.

 

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