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Learning to ride is risky because
A mistake can lead to a fall or injury
Riding a motorcycle on the street is not for everyone because
Some people have difficulty managing risk
A benefit of successful course completion is that, once licensed, you are assured of never crashing on
the street
False
A good next step after course completion is to:
Practice the basics on your personal motorcycle
The only physical skill needed to ride a motorcycle is balance.
False
The primary mental skills needed for riding a motorcycle are:
Information processing and decision-making
You may opt out of the course if you become uncomfortable or feel unsafe.
True
A RiderCoach may counsel out riders who become too much of a risk to themselves or others.
True
Motorcycles are defined as
a single-track, two-wheel vehicle designed to be straddled by its rider and having handlebars for
control.
Which of the following descriptions apply to Standard-type motorcycles?
Straight-up seating position
Which of the following describes Cruiser-type motorcycles?
"Classic" styling
Which type of motorcycle features rear-positioned footrests, high power-to-weight ratio, and a
forward leaning ride?
Sport
Sport-type motorcycles typically feature a higher than average power-to-weight ratio.
True
, Which of the following motorcycle types is designed for riders focused on long-distance riding?
Touring
Because scooters have small engines, wearing a helmet is of little value.
False
Touring-style motorcycles are designed primarily for riders who enjoy both highway and non-highway
riding.
False
All states use the same definitions, regulations, and requirements for motorcycles.
False
The throttle is operated:
By twisting the right handgrip
The clutch lever is operated by:
Squeezing a lever with the left hand
The front brake lever is operated by the right foot.
False
The shift lever is operated by the left foot.
True
The control operated by the right hand is the:
Front brake lever
The control operated by the right foot is the shift lever.
False
The choke is used to:
Enrich the fuel mixture to start a cold engine
The engine cutoff switch:
Allows a rider to stop the engine while still holding the handgrip
Motorcycle mirrors are convex and show traffic closer than it actually is.
False
FINE-C is a guide for:
An engine pre-start routine