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MSF Basic Rider Course Exam Answered
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Learning to ride is risky because
Ans: a mistake could lead to a fall and injury.
Riding a motorcycle on the street is not for everyone because:
Ans: 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. True or False?
Ans: False
A good next step after course completion is to:
Ans: Practice the basics on your personal motorcycle.
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The one physical skill needed to ride a motorcycle is balance. True or
False?
Ans: False
The primary mental skills needed for riding a motorcycle are:
Ans: Information processing and decision-making
You may opt out of the course if you become uncomfortable or feel
unsafe. True or False?
Ans: True
A RiderCoach may counsel out riders who become too much of a
risk to themselves or others. True or False?
Ans: True
Which of the following descriptions apply to Standard-type
motorcycles?
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Ans: Straight-up seating position
Which type of motorcycle features rear-positioned footrests, high
power-to-weight ratio, and a forward leaning ride?
Ans: Sport
Sport-type motorcycles typically feature a higher than average
power-to-weight ratio. True or False?
Ans: True
Which of the following motorcycle types is designed for riders
focused on long-distance riding?
Ans: Touring
Touring-style motorcycles are designed primarily for riders who enjoy
both highway and non-highway riding. True or False?
MSF Basic Rider Course Exam Answered
Questions and Correct Answers/ Latest
Update / Already Graded
Learning to ride is risky because
Ans: a mistake could lead to a fall and injury.
Riding a motorcycle on the street is not for everyone because:
Ans: 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. True or False?
Ans: False
A good next step after course completion is to:
Ans: Practice the basics on your personal motorcycle.
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The one physical skill needed to ride a motorcycle is balance. True or
False?
Ans: False
The primary mental skills needed for riding a motorcycle are:
Ans: Information processing and decision-making
You may opt out of the course if you become uncomfortable or feel
unsafe. True or False?
Ans: True
A RiderCoach may counsel out riders who become too much of a
risk to themselves or others. True or False?
Ans: True
Which of the following descriptions apply to Standard-type
motorcycles?
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Ans: Straight-up seating position
Which type of motorcycle features rear-positioned footrests, high
power-to-weight ratio, and a forward leaning ride?
Ans: Sport
Sport-type motorcycles typically feature a higher than average
power-to-weight ratio. True or False?
Ans: True
Which of the following motorcycle types is designed for riders
focused on long-distance riding?
Ans: Touring
Touring-style motorcycles are designed primarily for riders who enjoy
both highway and non-highway riding. True or False?
