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MSF Written Test Questions & Answers
Questions and Correct Answers
Give three reasons why motorcycling is more risky than driving a
car. Ans: Vulnerability, Visibility, Judgment.
What are some ways to prepare for the riding risks? Ans: Risk
acceptance, Mental readiness, physical readiness, riding gear,
understand your abilities/limitations, know your motorcycle and
awareness of riding conditions.
What does it mean to act responsibly? Ans: Demonstrate
acceptance of and commitment to managing the risks of riding,
helping reduce your chances of a crash, injury or death.
What is the benefit of wearing apparel specifically designed for
motorcycling Ans: Protection, comfort/cover, control.
How does riding gear make a rider more comfortable? Ans: By
protecting you from all elements.
What is the difference between retro-reflective and reflective? Ans:
Retro-reflective material: reflects light back to the source and
illuminates the rider.
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Reflective, bright to make yourself more visible/visibility.
Why aren't ordinary glasses or sunglasses sufficient eye
protection? Ans: Do not provide adequate eye protection.
What three things should you consider when shopping for riding
gear? Ans: 1. Brightly colored/retro-reflective material.
2. Protection.
3. All kinds of riding conditions.
Where do you find the recommended maintenance schedule for
your motorcycle? Ans: Owners Manual
What are the six primary controls and where is each located? Ans:
1. Throttle (right handgrip)
2. Clutch lever (infront of left hand grip)
3. Gearshift lever (infront of left foot rest)
4. Front brake lever (infront of right handgrip)
5. Rear brake pedal (infront of right footrest)
6. Handlebars
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MSF Written Test Questions & Answers
Questions and Correct Answers
Give three reasons why motorcycling is more risky than driving a
car. Ans: Vulnerability, Visibility, Judgment.
What are some ways to prepare for the riding risks? Ans: Risk
acceptance, Mental readiness, physical readiness, riding gear,
understand your abilities/limitations, know your motorcycle and
awareness of riding conditions.
What does it mean to act responsibly? Ans: Demonstrate
acceptance of and commitment to managing the risks of riding,
helping reduce your chances of a crash, injury or death.
What is the benefit of wearing apparel specifically designed for
motorcycling Ans: Protection, comfort/cover, control.
How does riding gear make a rider more comfortable? Ans: By
protecting you from all elements.
What is the difference between retro-reflective and reflective? Ans:
Retro-reflective material: reflects light back to the source and
illuminates the rider.
© 2025 All rights reserved
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Reflective, bright to make yourself more visible/visibility.
Why aren't ordinary glasses or sunglasses sufficient eye
protection? Ans: Do not provide adequate eye protection.
What three things should you consider when shopping for riding
gear? Ans: 1. Brightly colored/retro-reflective material.
2. Protection.
3. All kinds of riding conditions.
Where do you find the recommended maintenance schedule for
your motorcycle? Ans: Owners Manual
What are the six primary controls and where is each located? Ans:
1. Throttle (right handgrip)
2. Clutch lever (infront of left hand grip)
3. Gearshift lever (infront of left foot rest)
4. Front brake lever (infront of right handgrip)
5. Rear brake pedal (infront of right footrest)
6. Handlebars
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