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California Motorcyclist Safety Program
Motorcyclist Training Course (Total Control
Training, Inc.) Exam Questions With Correct
Answers.
Give three reasons why motorcycling is more risky than driving a car. - answer✔- motorcycles
are more vulnerable than cars
- they are harder to see than cars
- you are exposed to the elements
What are some ways to prepare for the risks of riding? - answer✔- MENTAL READINESS
- PHYSICAL READINESS
- PROPER RIDING GEAR
- UNDERSTAND YOUR ABILITIES AND LIMITATIONS
- KNOW YOUR MOTORCYCLE
- AWARENESS OF RIDING CONDITIONS
What does it mean to act responsibly? - answer✔Once you are prepared, know your abilities
and understand your machine's capabilities, it is up to you to take responsibility for riding
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within those limits every time. Being a responsible motorcyclist reduces the risks associated
with riding and sets an example for others around you. Demonstrating your acceptance of and
commitment to managing the risks of riding will help reduce your chances of a crash, injury, or
death. It's your ride!
What is the benefit of wearing apparel specifically designed
for motorcycling? - answer✔If and when a crash does occur, what the rider is wearing can make
a dramatic difference in the degree of injury.
How does riding gear make a rider more comfortable? - answer✔In addition, by protecting you
from the elements, good riding gear keeps you more comfortable, more relaxed, more focused
on the task of riding. Appropriate gear makes all the difference in
your comfort, concentration and safety.
What is the difference between retro-reflective and reflective? - answer✔Retro-reflective
material reflects light
back to the source and illuminates the rider while reflective reflects in all directions.
Why aren't ordinary glasses or sunglasses sufficient eye protection? - answer✔They can shatter
or fly off, and they allow wind and airborne objects to reach the eyes.
What three things should you consider when shopping for riding gear? - answer✔- Motorcycle
riding gear should be brightly colored and have retro-reflective material to catch the attention
of surrounding traffic especially at night.
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- Riding gear should have protective pads or armor and resist abrasion to reduce the chance of
injury in the event of a fall or collision
- For comfort and to arrive in style your gear must be designed to stand up to all kinds of riding
conditions, from rain and wind to flying debris.
Where do you find the recommended maintenance schedule for
your motorcycle? - answer✔Your motorcycle owner's manual is the best source of information
for operating and maintaining your motorcycle.
What are the six primary controls and where is each located? - answer✔- THROTTLE: right
handgrip
- CLUTCH LEVER: in front of the left handgrip
- GEARSHIFT LEVER: left side of the motorcycle in front of the footrest
- FRONT BRAKE LEVER: in front of the right handgrip
- REAR BRAKE PEDAL: in front of the right footrest
- HANDLEBARS
What is the purpose of the engine cut-off switch and where is it located? - answer✔Located on
the right handgrip and operated by the right thumb. It allows you to shut off the engine without
removing your hands from the controls.
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California Motorcyclist Safety Program
Motorcyclist Training Course (Total Control
Training, Inc.) Exam Questions With Correct
Answers.
Give three reasons why motorcycling is more risky than driving a car. - answer✔- motorcycles
are more vulnerable than cars
- they are harder to see than cars
- you are exposed to the elements
What are some ways to prepare for the risks of riding? - answer✔- MENTAL READINESS
- PHYSICAL READINESS
- PROPER RIDING GEAR
- UNDERSTAND YOUR ABILITIES AND LIMITATIONS
- KNOW YOUR MOTORCYCLE
- AWARENESS OF RIDING CONDITIONS
What does it mean to act responsibly? - answer✔Once you are prepared, know your abilities
and understand your machine's capabilities, it is up to you to take responsibility for riding
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within those limits every time. Being a responsible motorcyclist reduces the risks associated
with riding and sets an example for others around you. Demonstrating your acceptance of and
commitment to managing the risks of riding will help reduce your chances of a crash, injury, or
death. It's your ride!
What is the benefit of wearing apparel specifically designed
for motorcycling? - answer✔If and when a crash does occur, what the rider is wearing can make
a dramatic difference in the degree of injury.
How does riding gear make a rider more comfortable? - answer✔In addition, by protecting you
from the elements, good riding gear keeps you more comfortable, more relaxed, more focused
on the task of riding. Appropriate gear makes all the difference in
your comfort, concentration and safety.
What is the difference between retro-reflective and reflective? - answer✔Retro-reflective
material reflects light
back to the source and illuminates the rider while reflective reflects in all directions.
Why aren't ordinary glasses or sunglasses sufficient eye protection? - answer✔They can shatter
or fly off, and they allow wind and airborne objects to reach the eyes.
What three things should you consider when shopping for riding gear? - answer✔- Motorcycle
riding gear should be brightly colored and have retro-reflective material to catch the attention
of surrounding traffic especially at night.
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- Riding gear should have protective pads or armor and resist abrasion to reduce the chance of
injury in the event of a fall or collision
- For comfort and to arrive in style your gear must be designed to stand up to all kinds of riding
conditions, from rain and wind to flying debris.
Where do you find the recommended maintenance schedule for
your motorcycle? - answer✔Your motorcycle owner's manual is the best source of information
for operating and maintaining your motorcycle.
What are the six primary controls and where is each located? - answer✔- THROTTLE: right
handgrip
- CLUTCH LEVER: in front of the left handgrip
- GEARSHIFT LEVER: left side of the motorcycle in front of the footrest
- FRONT BRAKE LEVER: in front of the right handgrip
- REAR BRAKE PEDAL: in front of the right footrest
- HANDLEBARS
What is the purpose of the engine cut-off switch and where is it located? - answer✔Located on
the right handgrip and operated by the right thumb. It allows you to shut off the engine without
removing your hands from the controls.
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