MSF Course Exam Study Questions and Answers with Complete Solutions Graded A 2024

Why is motorcycling considered serious fun? - Serious because there is risk involved, fun because riding a motorcycle is a joy. Learning to ride well requires what physical traits? - Be healthy, have fitness, strength, and coordination. What do RiderCoaches do? - They are here to guide me. What are the four requirements for successful course completion? - 1. Complete all course assignments. 2. Attend all sessions fully. 3. Pass a knowledge test. 4. Pass an on-motorcycle skill test. When does a RiderCoach not permit further riding in the course? - If you have a lot of difficulty, or become a danger to yourself and/or others. What are the three basic motorcycle types? - Street, Dual-Purpose, Off-Highway What motorcycle type will you likely ride? Why? - I will likely ride a street motorcycle and use it for transportation. What are the six primary motorcycle controls? - Clutch, handle bars, front brake lever, throttle, gearshift lever, rear brake pedal. How do you operate a motorcycles throttle? - To increase engine speed, twist towards you. To decrease engine speed, twist away. What does the clutch lever do? - It connects power from the engine to the rear wheel. Squeeze it in to disconnect the power and ease it out to connect. How is the gearshift lever operated? - Lift up firmly and release for a higher gear, press down firmly and release for a lower gear. What is a shift pattern? - ? How are the two brake controls operated? - Front brake is squeezed rear brake is pressed down. What are possible positions on the fuel valve? - On, reserve, prime, off. What are possible positions on the ignition switch? - On, off, lock, and sometimes park. What is the choke control used for? - It provides an enriched fuel mixture to help start a cold engine. Why does a motorcycle have an engine cut-off switch? - It allows you to shut off the engine without removing your hand from the grip. What are some common indicators that display information? - Speedometer, odometer, tachometer. What is important to know about a convex mirror? - They provide a wider view but make objects look farther away. What is the difference between a side stand and a center stand? - A side stand supports a motorcycle when parked, a center stand makes the motorcycle upright and raises the rear tire for maintenance. Complete the Controls Quiz on page 7 and check your answers - Just google a picture of motorcycle controls and study it. List the five steps of the engine pre-start routine. - FINE-C; Fuel, Ignition, Neutral, Engine cut-off switch, Choke/Clutch. What are the three steps to follow when shutting off the engine? - 1. Turn the engine cut-off switch to off with your right thumb. 2. Turn the ignition switch to off. 3. Turn the fuel supply valve to off. What is the friction zone? - A small area of travel in the clutch lever that controls connection the engine to the rear wheel. What does squeezing the clutch lever do? - Removes power from the rear wheel. What must you do if you start to lose control of the motorcycle? - Squeeze in the clutch firmly and use the brakes as needed. What is the position of the right wrist for good riding posture? - Fingers around the throttle with a flat wrist. What are the other elements of proper riding posture? - Keep your back straight, head and eyes up, feet on footrests near the controls. How do you initiate motorcycle lean at speeds higher than walking speed? - Lean the motorcycle and turn the handlebars in the direction you want to go.