MSF BASIC RIDER COURSE STUDY UPDATED ACTUAL
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
Question 1.
What are some common indicator lights?
ANSWER
Neutral, high beam, turn signal indicators, oil pressure, side stand down, and possibly others.
Question 2.
How does carrying a passenger affect the operation of a motorcycle?
ANSWER
The weight makes starting out more difficult, more time and space will be required for
passing, and it may increase stopping distance. Stability in turns and curves may also be
affected.
Question 3.
Name and explain the best way to achieve maximum braking?
ANSWER
Apply both brakes fully without locking either wheel. Simultaneously squeeze the front brake
lever and apply the rear brake pedal. Keep the body centered and look well ahead, not down.
Question 4.
Name 2 primary differences between cars/trucks and motorcycles.
ANSWER
Stability and visibility.
Question 5.
What does it mean to Search?
ANSWER
Scan aggressively for potential factors and hazards.
, Question 6.
What 3 points should be considered when carrying loads?
ANSWER
Weight, location, and security.
Question 7.
What is the function of the tachometer?
ANSWER
The tachometer indicates engine speed.
Question 8.
What does it mean to have a margin of safety?
ANSWER
1) staying within personal skill limits; 2) staying within your motorcycle's limits, especially its
tire traction limits; 3) staying within the available time and space to respond to traffic
situations before having to react to an emergency.
Question 9.
What are a few tips for carrying passengers?
ANSWER
Adjust suspension and tire pressure; ensure passenger is properly attired; keep both feen on
the ground and the brakes applied while the passenger mounts; Avoid abrupt acceleration and
deceleration, go easy on lean angles; have passenger follow these rules:
1) Hold the operator's waist or hips, or passenger hand-holds.
2) Keep feet on the passenger footrests at all times, including stop points.
3) Keep hands and feet away from hot or moving parts.
4) Look over the rider's shoulder in the direction of turns and curves.
5) Avoid leaning or turning around; make no sudden moves that might affect stability.
6) When cross an obstacle, rise slightly off the seat.
Question 10.
What are the primary motorcycle controls?
ANSWER
Handlebars, throttle, clutch lever, gearshift lever, front brake lever, rear brake pedal.
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
Question 1.
What are some common indicator lights?
ANSWER
Neutral, high beam, turn signal indicators, oil pressure, side stand down, and possibly others.
Question 2.
How does carrying a passenger affect the operation of a motorcycle?
ANSWER
The weight makes starting out more difficult, more time and space will be required for
passing, and it may increase stopping distance. Stability in turns and curves may also be
affected.
Question 3.
Name and explain the best way to achieve maximum braking?
ANSWER
Apply both brakes fully without locking either wheel. Simultaneously squeeze the front brake
lever and apply the rear brake pedal. Keep the body centered and look well ahead, not down.
Question 4.
Name 2 primary differences between cars/trucks and motorcycles.
ANSWER
Stability and visibility.
Question 5.
What does it mean to Search?
ANSWER
Scan aggressively for potential factors and hazards.
, Question 6.
What 3 points should be considered when carrying loads?
ANSWER
Weight, location, and security.
Question 7.
What is the function of the tachometer?
ANSWER
The tachometer indicates engine speed.
Question 8.
What does it mean to have a margin of safety?
ANSWER
1) staying within personal skill limits; 2) staying within your motorcycle's limits, especially its
tire traction limits; 3) staying within the available time and space to respond to traffic
situations before having to react to an emergency.
Question 9.
What are a few tips for carrying passengers?
ANSWER
Adjust suspension and tire pressure; ensure passenger is properly attired; keep both feen on
the ground and the brakes applied while the passenger mounts; Avoid abrupt acceleration and
deceleration, go easy on lean angles; have passenger follow these rules:
1) Hold the operator's waist or hips, or passenger hand-holds.
2) Keep feet on the passenger footrests at all times, including stop points.
3) Keep hands and feet away from hot or moving parts.
4) Look over the rider's shoulder in the direction of turns and curves.
5) Avoid leaning or turning around; make no sudden moves that might affect stability.
6) When cross an obstacle, rise slightly off the seat.
Question 10.
What are the primary motorcycle controls?
ANSWER
Handlebars, throttle, clutch lever, gearshift lever, front brake lever, rear brake pedal.
