Definition 2 of 93
Prevent large and direct impacts.
Where should you carry heavier items?
What must you remember when your motorcycle turn signal?
All helmets must
What should you adjust if you are carrying loads?
Term 3 of 93
Give three reasons why motorcycling is more risky than driving a car?
In the motorcycle operation manual (MOM).
It means that it represents a barrier and you cannot ride over unless there is a designated
break in the line
Be prepared ahead of time and cover the clutch and brake.
Adjust speed, slow down, have a bigger space cushion
1- motorcycles are more vulnerable than cars
2-they are harder to see than cars
3-you are exposed to the elements
,Term 4 of 93
What is rider readiness?
Be mentally and physically prepared
Wear proper riding gear
Understand your abilities and limitations
Know the riding conditions
Know you motorcycle's capabilities and limitations
It means that it represents a barrier and you cannot ride over unless there is a designated
break in the line
Awareness of your surroundings
Assessment of risks
Action to manage the hazards using time and space
Line of Sight - Looking ahead for situational awareness to an area it will take you 20
seconds to reach and give you time to prepare for any spotted hazards.
Term 5 of 93
What is the primary cause of tire failure?
Right behind the leader
Excessive toe-in
Under inflation
Out of balance
,Term 6 of 93
What are three examples of impairment?
-Aggressive
-Purposeful
Braking. Hold your speed steady.
Turn you head (head check).
-Alcohol
-Medications
-Fatigue
Term 7 of 93
What is the benefit of wearing apparel specifically designed for motorcycling?
Using gear meant for other sports that do not provide adequate protection for
motorcycling.
Wearing regular clothes that are loose and flapping in the wind while riding.
Keeps rider comfortable, covered and protected, protects from the elements, improves
your control and makes you more visible to others
Not wearing any protective gear and riding in extreme weather conditions.
Term 8 of 93
How much more dangerous is motorcycling than driving a car?
40 Times
43 Times
38 TIMES
76 Times
, Term 9 of 93
What must you remember when your motorcycle turn signal?
To turn it off after you have completed the movement.
To keep it on while riding straight.
To accelerate faster.
To honk the horn.
Term 10 of 93
What is the leading cause of single-vehicle crashes?
Excessive speed on straight roads
Being distracted by roadside attractions
Failure to negotiate the curves - ineffective counter steering
Lack of proper maintenance of the motorcycle
Term 11 of 93
When should you carry a passenger?
When you can't see too far ahead and your riding faster than what you can react to.
Ahead, forecast your path of travel.
After you have significant experience and you feel comfortable riding on the road by
yourself
On or in front of the rear axle.
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