MSF Basic Rider Course Exam : Questions & Answers: Latest Updated

Why is motorcycling considered serious fun? (Ans- Serious because there is risk involved; fun because riding a motorcycling is fun (iv) Learning to ride and ride well requires what physical traits? (Ans- Fitness, strength, coordination (iv) What do Rider Coaches do? (Ans- Guide students, answer questions, observe progress (iv) What are the four requirements for successful course completion? (Ans- 1-complete all course assignments; 2-attend all sessions; 3-pass a knowledge test; 4-pass an on-cycle test (1) When does a Rider Coach not permit further riding in the course? (Ans- If a rider has a lot of difficulty or becomes a danger to themselves or others (1) What are the three basic motorcycle types? (Ans- 1-street, 2-dual-purpose, 3-off-highway List the six primary controls. (Ans- 1-handlebars, 2-throttle, 3-clutch lever, 4-gearshift lever, 5-front brake lever, 6-rear brake pedal How do you operate the motorcycle's throttle? (Ans- Rotate to control engine speed; to increase engine speed, twist it toward you (roll on); to decrease engine speed, twist it away from you (roll off) What does the clutch lever do? (Ans- Connects power from the engine to the rear wheel How is the gearshift lever operated? (Ans- Lift up firmly and release to go to a higher gear; press down firmly and release to go to a lower gear What is a shift pattern? (Ans- How many gears are available below and above neutral How are the two brake controls operated? (Ans- Front brake lever is squeezed in to operate; the amount of squeeze must be adjusted for effective braking. Rear brake pedal is pressed down to operate it What are possible positions on the fuel valve? (Ans- On, Reserve, and Prime or Off What are possible positions on the ignition switch? (Ans- On, Off, and Lock, and possibly Park What is the choke control used for? (Ans- Provide an enriched fuel mixture to help start the engine; raises idle to permit the engine to warm quickly Why does a motorcycle have an