MSF Basic eCourse Range
Preparation5
Range Safety Rules - ANSWERS-The range safety rules help keep learning positive. You must
follow these rules:
Do not practice without RiderCoach permission.
Always wear all your protective gear when seated on the motorcycle, even when the engine is
off.
Know the location of the engine cut-off switch and how to use it.
Keep the clutch lever covered during early skill development (especially the first few exercises).
This is because a quick squeeze of the clutch lever will remove engine power from the rear
wheel. Always be prepared to reach and squeeze it.
If you start to accelerate out of control, squeeze in the clutch lever and apply the brakes.
Be ready to roll off the throttle to use the front brake lever. Keep your fingers around the
throttle with your wrist flat to help with handlebar and throttle control.
Keep a time-and-space margin of safety; check front, sides and rear before moving out.
Yield to other riders as necessary.
, Use courtesy and cooperation when sharing the range.
Do not pass other riders unless directed to do so.
If you have a problem, move out of the path of travel if you can, and stop. A RiderCoach will
assist you.
Stop smoothly in position if you see or hear a group stop signal.
If you get behind in an exercise, do not rush to catch up. Take your time.
If you have a tip-over, do not pick up the motorcycle. Be sure the engine is off. A RiderCoach will
help.
If you do not understand an exercise or become too uncomfortable to ride it safely, let a
RiderCoach know.
Self-Preparation - ANSWERS-Before your range activity, be sure to prepare yourself. This
includes:
Getting a good night's rest
Knowing the range location
Being on time, or early
Having proper protective gear, which includes:
Preparation5
Range Safety Rules - ANSWERS-The range safety rules help keep learning positive. You must
follow these rules:
Do not practice without RiderCoach permission.
Always wear all your protective gear when seated on the motorcycle, even when the engine is
off.
Know the location of the engine cut-off switch and how to use it.
Keep the clutch lever covered during early skill development (especially the first few exercises).
This is because a quick squeeze of the clutch lever will remove engine power from the rear
wheel. Always be prepared to reach and squeeze it.
If you start to accelerate out of control, squeeze in the clutch lever and apply the brakes.
Be ready to roll off the throttle to use the front brake lever. Keep your fingers around the
throttle with your wrist flat to help with handlebar and throttle control.
Keep a time-and-space margin of safety; check front, sides and rear before moving out.
Yield to other riders as necessary.
, Use courtesy and cooperation when sharing the range.
Do not pass other riders unless directed to do so.
If you have a problem, move out of the path of travel if you can, and stop. A RiderCoach will
assist you.
Stop smoothly in position if you see or hear a group stop signal.
If you get behind in an exercise, do not rush to catch up. Take your time.
If you have a tip-over, do not pick up the motorcycle. Be sure the engine is off. A RiderCoach will
help.
If you do not understand an exercise or become too uncomfortable to ride it safely, let a
RiderCoach know.
Self-Preparation - ANSWERS-Before your range activity, be sure to prepare yourself. This
includes:
Getting a good night's rest
Knowing the range location
Being on time, or early
Having proper protective gear, which includes:
