MSF Basic Rider Course Study Questions
with Correct Answers
What is the value of appropriate footwear? Protection from road hazards, burns from
exhaust pipes, gripping pavement and footrests, and protection from foot and ankle injuries.
What is the value of motorcycle specific clothing? Best combination of fit and protection.
Define "hypothermia" and provide an example. A condition of subnormal body
temperature. Can cause loss of concentration, slowed reactions, and lost of smooth, precise
muscle movement.
What is the value of dressing in layers? Layers can be removed as desired.
What is T-CLOCS and what does each letter stand for? A pre-ride inspection checklist. T-
CLOCS: Tires and Wheels; Controls; Lights and Electrics; Oil and Other Fluids; Chassis; Stands.
What are the primary motorcycle controls? Handlebars, throttle, clutch lever, gearshift
lever, front brake lever, rear brake pedal.
, What is the most common way to initiate and control motorcycle lean (for turns)? The
handlebars.
What is meant by "shift pattern"? The order of the gears (1-N-2-3-4-5)
Where are the brake controls found? The right side of the motorcycle (front brake lever
and rear brake pedal)
What does the fuel valve do? Controls the flow of gasoline to the engine.
What is the function of the tachometer? The tachometer indicates engine speed.
What are some common indicator lights? Neutral, high beam, turn signal indicators, oil
pressure, side stand down, and possibly others.
What are the steps in starting the engine? FINE-C: Fuel supply valve; Ignition; Neutral;
Engine cut-off: on; Choke/clutch.
with Correct Answers
What is the value of appropriate footwear? Protection from road hazards, burns from
exhaust pipes, gripping pavement and footrests, and protection from foot and ankle injuries.
What is the value of motorcycle specific clothing? Best combination of fit and protection.
Define "hypothermia" and provide an example. A condition of subnormal body
temperature. Can cause loss of concentration, slowed reactions, and lost of smooth, precise
muscle movement.
What is the value of dressing in layers? Layers can be removed as desired.
What is T-CLOCS and what does each letter stand for? A pre-ride inspection checklist. T-
CLOCS: Tires and Wheels; Controls; Lights and Electrics; Oil and Other Fluids; Chassis; Stands.
What are the primary motorcycle controls? Handlebars, throttle, clutch lever, gearshift
lever, front brake lever, rear brake pedal.
, What is the most common way to initiate and control motorcycle lean (for turns)? The
handlebars.
What is meant by "shift pattern"? The order of the gears (1-N-2-3-4-5)
Where are the brake controls found? The right side of the motorcycle (front brake lever
and rear brake pedal)
What does the fuel valve do? Controls the flow of gasoline to the engine.
What is the function of the tachometer? The tachometer indicates engine speed.
What are some common indicator lights? Neutral, high beam, turn signal indicators, oil
pressure, side stand down, and possibly others.
What are the steps in starting the engine? FINE-C: Fuel supply valve; Ignition; Neutral;
Engine cut-off: on; Choke/clutch.
