CMSP REVIEW QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS WELL ILLUSTRATED.
Give 3 reasons why motorcycle is more risky than driving - correct answer. -
Vulnerability. No sheet metal cage around you for protection
- Visibility. Harder to be seen by other drivers
- Judgement is much more critical
What is Rider Readiness? - correct answer. Understanding the challenges of
motorcycling and riding within your abilities
What are 6 important parts of Rider Readiness? - correct answer. 1. Mental
Readiness - Being focused and attentive
2. Physical Readiness - Ride rested and avoid riding fatigued, stressed, or preoccupied
3. Proper Riding Gear - Keeps you comfortable which helps you focus on riding safely
4. Understanding Your Abilities and Limitations - Ride within your skill level
5. Know Your Motorcycle - Understand the design limitations of your motorcycle
6. Awareness Of Riding Conditions.
What is the benefit of wearing apparel specifically designed for motorcycling? - correct
answer. Fully squeeze clutch to cutoff power to rear wheel. Ease out slowly and roll
on throttle to gradually get bike moving.
(Friction zone: area of clutch travel where the engine's power begins to transmit to rear
wheel)
What does it mean to accept your responsibility? - correct answer. Accepting the fact
that you must ride within your limits and manage risks while riding
How does riding gear make a rider more comfortable? - correct answer. The gear is
designed for specific riding conditions. (Rain, wind, flying debris)
What is the difference between retro-reflective and reflective? - correct answer. Retro-
reflective material reflects light back to the source and illuminates the rider. Reflective
material reflects light away from the source.
, Why aren't ordinary glasses or sunglasses sufficient eye protection? - correct answer.
They are not shatter resistant and do not provide enough coverage.
What are 3 things you should consider when shopping for riding gear? - correct answer.
Bright colors, retro reflective, protective pads/armor
What is the purpose of the engine cutoff switch and where is it located? - correct
answer. Shuts off the engine without you having to remove hands from hand grips.
Located on right handgrip.
How do you use the friction zone? - correct answer. Fully squeeze clutch to cutoff
power to rear wheel. Ease out slowly and roll on throttle to gradually get bike moving.
(Friction zone: area of clutch travel where the engine's power begins to transmit to rear
wheel)
Body position for turning? - correct answer. Inside - 15mph +
Outside - slow turns
How should you release the clutch when downshifting? - correct answer. Smoothly
What is the recommended following distance? - correct answer. 2 seconds
What is a head check? - correct answer. Looking over your shoulder to check blind
spot
What are the leading causes of single-vehicle crashes? - correct answer. Incorrectly
negotiating turns
When should you turn your head for cornering? - correct answer. Throughout the
entire turn
What is the quickest way to stop in a curve? - correct answer. Straighten bike first
before applying maximum straight-line braking
Or..
(braking in a lean) Gradually square handle-bars and increase brake pressure until bike
stops.
What should you do if you come upon deer alongside the roadway? - correct answer.
Slow down to walking speed if possible.
3 Examples of impairment - correct answer. Fatigue, hunger, drunkenness
ANSWERS WELL ILLUSTRATED.
Give 3 reasons why motorcycle is more risky than driving - correct answer. -
Vulnerability. No sheet metal cage around you for protection
- Visibility. Harder to be seen by other drivers
- Judgement is much more critical
What is Rider Readiness? - correct answer. Understanding the challenges of
motorcycling and riding within your abilities
What are 6 important parts of Rider Readiness? - correct answer. 1. Mental
Readiness - Being focused and attentive
2. Physical Readiness - Ride rested and avoid riding fatigued, stressed, or preoccupied
3. Proper Riding Gear - Keeps you comfortable which helps you focus on riding safely
4. Understanding Your Abilities and Limitations - Ride within your skill level
5. Know Your Motorcycle - Understand the design limitations of your motorcycle
6. Awareness Of Riding Conditions.
What is the benefit of wearing apparel specifically designed for motorcycling? - correct
answer. Fully squeeze clutch to cutoff power to rear wheel. Ease out slowly and roll
on throttle to gradually get bike moving.
(Friction zone: area of clutch travel where the engine's power begins to transmit to rear
wheel)
What does it mean to accept your responsibility? - correct answer. Accepting the fact
that you must ride within your limits and manage risks while riding
How does riding gear make a rider more comfortable? - correct answer. The gear is
designed for specific riding conditions. (Rain, wind, flying debris)
What is the difference between retro-reflective and reflective? - correct answer. Retro-
reflective material reflects light back to the source and illuminates the rider. Reflective
material reflects light away from the source.
, Why aren't ordinary glasses or sunglasses sufficient eye protection? - correct answer.
They are not shatter resistant and do not provide enough coverage.
What are 3 things you should consider when shopping for riding gear? - correct answer.
Bright colors, retro reflective, protective pads/armor
What is the purpose of the engine cutoff switch and where is it located? - correct
answer. Shuts off the engine without you having to remove hands from hand grips.
Located on right handgrip.
How do you use the friction zone? - correct answer. Fully squeeze clutch to cutoff
power to rear wheel. Ease out slowly and roll on throttle to gradually get bike moving.
(Friction zone: area of clutch travel where the engine's power begins to transmit to rear
wheel)
Body position for turning? - correct answer. Inside - 15mph +
Outside - slow turns
How should you release the clutch when downshifting? - correct answer. Smoothly
What is the recommended following distance? - correct answer. 2 seconds
What is a head check? - correct answer. Looking over your shoulder to check blind
spot
What are the leading causes of single-vehicle crashes? - correct answer. Incorrectly
negotiating turns
When should you turn your head for cornering? - correct answer. Throughout the
entire turn
What is the quickest way to stop in a curve? - correct answer. Straighten bike first
before applying maximum straight-line braking
Or..
(braking in a lean) Gradually square handle-bars and increase brake pressure until bike
stops.
What should you do if you come upon deer alongside the roadway? - correct answer.
Slow down to walking speed if possible.
3 Examples of impairment - correct answer. Fatigue, hunger, drunkenness
