MSF practice test 2023 CORRECT ANSWERS

MSF practice test 2023 CORRECT ANSWERS •An off-highway motorcycle is: •Street/dual-purpose motorcycle is: •Primarily is used for off-highway recreation and competition •Street motorcycles are designed for use on public streets. Dual-purpose motorcycles can be used on the street on the off-highway trails Mirrors •Motorcycles have convex mirrors that are curved to provide a wider view but make objects look farther away Anatomy of a bike 1: Speedometer 2: Tachometer 3: Engine cut-off switch 4: Start button 5: Mirror 6: Frobt brake 7: Throttle 8: Rear brake pedals 9: Foot peg 10: Gearshift lever 11: horn 12: turn indicators 13: Clutch 14: Hi/lo indicator lights Using brakes Usually both brakes are applied at the same time when stopping, but either brake control may be used separately (70/30) Where do crashes most commonly occur? •Crashes, if they happen, occur mostly in curves and at intersections. Riding involves more risks Risk offfset Risk offset is the difference between your risk-taking and your skill Presentation Presentation is a term that means to use a lane position where others have a better chance to see you, especially as you approach a line of oncoming cars What do you flaps and fasteners do? •Seal out the wind, and there may be zippers for ventilation If your helmet takes an impact •If your helmet has an impact while you are wearing it, it probably needs to be replaced. 4-second urgent time and distance •This helps you react properly to conditions, whether approaching an intersection, rounding a curve, or following another vehicle. Taking a curve Outside-inside-outside strategy There are many variables when negotiating a curve (Search) (3) 1: Consider factors that could affect speed and lane position 2: Note road and surface conditions. There may be gravel or oil on the road, and the surface near the shoulder may be cracked, broken, or uneven 3: For very sharp curves, search for approaching vehicles that could be over the center line Passing Avoid passing more than one vehicle at a time Starting on a hill A good way is to apply one of the brakes to prevent rolling backwards. If you need to keep both feet on the ground, use the front brake lever while easing out of the clutch lever until you can apply some throttle. Use the friction zone to hold your position Blind Spots