MSF BRC KNOWLEDGE TEST COMPREHENSIVE
EXAM PAPER 2026 EXAM Q&A STUDY GUIDE
UPDATED
◉ 1. Learning to ride is risky because. Answer: a mistake could lead to a
fall and injury
◉ 2. Riding a motorcycle on the street is not for everyone because.
Answer: some people can't manage risk
◉ 3. A benefit of successful course completion is that, once licensed,
you are assured of never crashing on the street. Answer: false
◉ 4. A good next step after course completion is to: Answer: Practice the
basics on your personal motorcycle
◉ 5. The only physical skill needed to ride a motorcycle is balance.
Answer: false
◉ 6. The primary mental skills needed for riding a motorcycle are:
Answer: information processing and decision-making
,◉ 7. You may opt out of the course if you become uncomfortable or feel
unsafe. Answer: true
◉ 8. A RiderCoach may counsel out riders who become too much of a
risk to themselves or others. Answer: true
◉ 1. Which of the following descriptions apply to Standard-type
motorcycles? Answer: naked bikes or roadsters. upright riding positions
◉ 2. Which of the following describes Cruiser-type motorcycles?
Answer: "Classic" styling
◉ 3. Which type of motorcycle features rear-positioned footrests, high
power-to-weight ratio, and a forward leaning ride? Answer: Sport
◉ 4. Sport-type motorcycles typically feature a higher than average
power-to-weight ratio. Answer: true
◉ 5. Which of the following motorcycle types is designed for riders
focused on long-distance riding? Answer: Touring
◉ 6. Touring-style motorcycles are designed primarily for riders who
enjoy both highway and non-highway riding. Answer: false
, ◉ 7. Because scooters have small engines, wearing a helmet is of little
value. Answer: false
◉ 8. All states use the same definitions, regulations, and requirements
for motorcycles. Answer: false
◉ 1. The throttle is operated: Answer: By twisting the right handgrip
◉ 2. The clutch lever is operated by: Answer: Squeezing a lever with the
left hand
◉ 3. The front brake lever is operated by the right foot. Answer: false
◉ 4. The shift lever is operated by the left foot. Answer: true
◉ 5. The control operated by the right hand is the: Answer: Front brake
lever
◉ 6. The control operated by the right foot is the shift lever. Answer:
false
◉ 7. The choke is used to: Answer: Enrich the fuel mixture to start a
cold engine
EXAM PAPER 2026 EXAM Q&A STUDY GUIDE
UPDATED
◉ 1. Learning to ride is risky because. Answer: a mistake could lead to a
fall and injury
◉ 2. Riding a motorcycle on the street is not for everyone because.
Answer: some people can't manage risk
◉ 3. A benefit of successful course completion is that, once licensed,
you are assured of never crashing on the street. Answer: false
◉ 4. A good next step after course completion is to: Answer: Practice the
basics on your personal motorcycle
◉ 5. The only physical skill needed to ride a motorcycle is balance.
Answer: false
◉ 6. The primary mental skills needed for riding a motorcycle are:
Answer: information processing and decision-making
,◉ 7. You may opt out of the course if you become uncomfortable or feel
unsafe. Answer: true
◉ 8. A RiderCoach may counsel out riders who become too much of a
risk to themselves or others. Answer: true
◉ 1. Which of the following descriptions apply to Standard-type
motorcycles? Answer: naked bikes or roadsters. upright riding positions
◉ 2. Which of the following describes Cruiser-type motorcycles?
Answer: "Classic" styling
◉ 3. Which type of motorcycle features rear-positioned footrests, high
power-to-weight ratio, and a forward leaning ride? Answer: Sport
◉ 4. Sport-type motorcycles typically feature a higher than average
power-to-weight ratio. Answer: true
◉ 5. Which of the following motorcycle types is designed for riders
focused on long-distance riding? Answer: Touring
◉ 6. Touring-style motorcycles are designed primarily for riders who
enjoy both highway and non-highway riding. Answer: false
, ◉ 7. Because scooters have small engines, wearing a helmet is of little
value. Answer: false
◉ 8. All states use the same definitions, regulations, and requirements
for motorcycles. Answer: false
◉ 1. The throttle is operated: Answer: By twisting the right handgrip
◉ 2. The clutch lever is operated by: Answer: Squeezing a lever with the
left hand
◉ 3. The front brake lever is operated by the right foot. Answer: false
◉ 4. The shift lever is operated by the left foot. Answer: true
◉ 5. The control operated by the right hand is the: Answer: Front brake
lever
◉ 6. The control operated by the right foot is the shift lever. Answer:
false
◉ 7. The choke is used to: Answer: Enrich the fuel mixture to start a
cold engine
