MSF Basic Rider Course BOLD Questions With 100% Verified Answers

Name 2 primary differences between cars/trucks and motorcycles. - Correct AnswerStability, Being Readily Seen, and More Vulnerable What are the problems that these differences cause? - Correct Answer- Less protection & easier for an accident to occur. Part of being responsible means to give a lot of thought to what? - Correct AnswerThinking before acting, and considering the consequences of actions. What is the primary cause of motorcycle crashes? - Correct Answer- There is rarely a single cause. There is usually an interaction of factors that accumulate, and at some point in time they come together in such a way to produce a crash. How does the Handbook define a "good motorcyclist"? - Correct Answer- To have the desire and motivation to choose to reduce risk while riding. How does a rider reduce factors that lead to crashes? - Correct Answer- By applying a STRATEGY. Thinking before acting and considering the consequences of actions. What does it mean to have a margin of safety? - Correct Answer- 1) Staying within personal skill limits; 2) staying within your motorcycle's limits, especially its tire traction limits; and 3) staying within the available time and space to respond to traffic situations before having to react to an emergency. What is SEE, and what does each letter stand for? - Correct Answer- It is a strategy to use in traffic and to be constantly planning and implementing a course of action. S=Search, E=Evaluate, E=Execute Name several purposes of protective riding gear. - Correct Answer- Providing comfort, increasing visibility, and offering protection. What's the difference between a full-face and three-quarter-coverage helmet? - Correct Answer- Full face covers all of the head and face. 3/4 doesn't offer the face and chin protection of a full-face helmet. Why aren't ordinary glasses or sunglasses sufficient eye protection? - Correct AnswerThey can shatter or fly off, and they allow wind and airborne objects to reach the eyes. What stickers are likely to indicate a well-made helmet? - Correct Answer- DOT and Snell Memorial Foundation stickers. What type of injury accounts for the majority of motorcycle deaths? - Correct AnswerHead injuries account for the majority of motorcycle fatalities. What is the value of appropriate footwear? - Correct Answer- Stones that get thrown up from the roadway, burns from exhaust pipes, stronger grip on pavement, keep feet on footrests, and provide protection against foot and ankle. What is the value of motorcycle specific clothing? - Correct Answer- Best combination of fit and protection. Define "hypothermia" and provide an example - Correct Answer- A condition of subnormal body temperature. Example, On a chilly day (50F) a motorcyclist riding at 30mpg experiences chilling effect equivalent to 42F. What is the value of dressing in layers? - Correct Answer- So that the layers can be removed as desired. What is T-CLOCS and what does each letter stand for? - Correct Answer- List of inspections which should be checked before every ride. T = Tires and Wheels -Air pressure -Tread -Cracks, dents, loose spokes -Bearing -Brakes C = Controls -Levers -Switches -Cables -Hoses -Throttle L = Lights and Electrics -Working Condition O = Oil and Other Fluids (cooland, hydraulic fluid, fuel) -Levels -Leaks C = Chassis -Suspension -Drive components (chain, belt, or driveshaft) S = Stands -Side stand -Center stand What are the primary motorcycle controls? - Correct Answer- Handlebars, Throttle, Clutch Lever, Gearshift Lever, Front Brake Lever, and Rear Brake Pedal