Basic Rider Course Exam with correct
Answers
Riding a motorcycle on the street is not for everyone because
Some people have difficulty managing risk
A benefit of successful course completion is that, once licensed, you are assured of never crashing on
the street
False
A good next step after course completion is to:
Practice the basics on your personal motorcycle
You may opt out of the course if you become uncomfortable or feel unsafe
True
The primary mental skills needed for riding a motorcycle are
Information processing and decision -making
The only physical skill needed to ride a motorcycle is balance
False
A rider-coach may counsel out riders who become too much of a risk to themselves or others
True
Which of the following descriptions apply to standard-type motorcycles?
Straight-up seating position
Which of the following describes cruiser-type motorcycles?
"Classic" Styling
Which type of motorcycle features rear-positioned footrests, high power-to-weight ratio, and a
forward leaning ride?
Sport
Touring-style motorcycles are designed primarily for riders who enjoy both highway and non-highway
riding
False
Which of the following motorcycle types is designed for riders focused on long distance riding?
Touring
Sport-type motorcycles typically feature a higher than average power to weight ratio.
True
, Because scooters have small engines, wearing a helmet is of little value
False
All states use the same definitions, regulations, and requirements for motorcycles
False
The throttle is operated
By twisting the right handgrip
The clutch lever is operated by
Squeezing a lever with the left hand
The control operated by the right hand is the
Front brake lever
The shift lever is operated by the left foot
True
The front brake lever is operated by the right foot
False
The control operated by the right foot is the shift lever
False
The choke is used to
Enrich the fuel mixture to start a cold engine
The engine cutoff switch
Allows a rider to stop the engine while still holding the handgrip
Motorcycle mirrors are convex and show traffic closer than it actually is
False
FINE-C refers to
an engine pre-start routine. It stands for Fuel, Ignition, Neutral, Engine cut-off switch, Choke and
Clutch
F - stands for
Fuel, means if equipped, turn the fuel supply valve on.
I - stands for
Ignition means turn the ignition switch to the On position. Some indicator lights should come on
Answers
Riding a motorcycle on the street is not for everyone because
Some people have difficulty managing risk
A benefit of successful course completion is that, once licensed, you are assured of never crashing on
the street
False
A good next step after course completion is to:
Practice the basics on your personal motorcycle
You may opt out of the course if you become uncomfortable or feel unsafe
True
The primary mental skills needed for riding a motorcycle are
Information processing and decision -making
The only physical skill needed to ride a motorcycle is balance
False
A rider-coach may counsel out riders who become too much of a risk to themselves or others
True
Which of the following descriptions apply to standard-type motorcycles?
Straight-up seating position
Which of the following describes cruiser-type motorcycles?
"Classic" Styling
Which type of motorcycle features rear-positioned footrests, high power-to-weight ratio, and a
forward leaning ride?
Sport
Touring-style motorcycles are designed primarily for riders who enjoy both highway and non-highway
riding
False
Which of the following motorcycle types is designed for riders focused on long distance riding?
Touring
Sport-type motorcycles typically feature a higher than average power to weight ratio.
True
, Because scooters have small engines, wearing a helmet is of little value
False
All states use the same definitions, regulations, and requirements for motorcycles
False
The throttle is operated
By twisting the right handgrip
The clutch lever is operated by
Squeezing a lever with the left hand
The control operated by the right hand is the
Front brake lever
The shift lever is operated by the left foot
True
The front brake lever is operated by the right foot
False
The control operated by the right foot is the shift lever
False
The choke is used to
Enrich the fuel mixture to start a cold engine
The engine cutoff switch
Allows a rider to stop the engine while still holding the handgrip
Motorcycle mirrors are convex and show traffic closer than it actually is
False
FINE-C refers to
an engine pre-start routine. It stands for Fuel, Ignition, Neutral, Engine cut-off switch, Choke and
Clutch
F - stands for
Fuel, means if equipped, turn the fuel supply valve on.
I - stands for
Ignition means turn the ignition switch to the On position. Some indicator lights should come on
