MSF Basic eCourse: Special Riding
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Road Surfaces - answer Motorcycles are designed to travel across a
wide variety of road surfaces, but may handle differently on each.
Part of being a good rider is understanding and compensating for
different road surfaces.
Rain-slick surface - answer Roads are most slick during the first few
minutes of rain because oil and dirt mix with the water. It may be
best to stop in a safe area and wait out the situation. Reduce speed
and minimize lean. Metal covers, bridge gratings, train tracks,
painted or taped lines, leaves, and wood can be very slick when wet.
When you ride in the rain, use the tire tracks left by cars to help
prevent hydroplaning. Hydroplaning occurs when water builds up
under the tire contact patch and results in loss of traction.
Maintaining proper tire pressure will help keep the grooves in your
tread open and able to channel water away for better traction.
Worn pavement - answer Ruts can form in areas of heavy traffic.
They can make handling your motorcycle difficult and may even
cause damage if you hit them hard. Also, rain builds up in these
areas and increases the chance of hydroplaning. Avoid these ruts
when possible.
Loose Surfaces and Debris - answer Be aware of sand, gravel, rocks,
and trash. The same is true for liquids such as fuel, oil or engine
coolant. Look out for shiny or damp pavement. Watch for items that
might cause tire damage such as nails or sharp metal objects.
, Use a good lane position, especially in curves, to give yourself time
and space to adjust your path of travel. Avoid following vehicles
such as trucks or trailers that are hauling debris, as items could
come loose and fall into your path.
Crack Sealant and Tar Strips - answer Crack sealant and tar strips
can be slick, especially in wet or hot weather. Notice them early and
adjust lane position. Avoid too much lean.
Ice or Snow Patches; Mud, Moss, Algae - answer These areas can be
very slick. Identify them early and reduce speed. When crossing
slick patches, you may want to keep the clutch lever squeezed and
avoid leaning. Use your feet as outriggers as needed, remembering
they may slip too. Brake use must be gentle.
Crowned and Off-Camber Roads - answer A crowned road is one that
is high in the middle to drain water. Off-camber roads slope away
from the direction of the curve. Use caution in left curves because
ground clearance may be less than on a flat road.
Rain grooves and grated bridge deck - answer These cause the tires
to feel loose, but they pose no serious threat. Keep steering relaxed
and avoid quick actions.
Bumps, Cracks and Railroad Tracks - answer These are like
obstacles, so cross them at close to a 90-degree angle. Keep speed
under control and maintain momentum. Rise off the seat and keep
your weight evenly distributed. For angled railroad tracks, it is
usually safe to ride straight across them. For tracks or road seams
that run in the same direction as your path, move far away enough
so you can steer to cross them at 45 degrees or more.
Carrying Passengers - answer You should be a skilled rider before
you carry a passenger or extra weight because it affects the way
your motorcycle handles. Starting from a stop is more difficult and it
takes longer to get up to speed. More time will be required for
Situations questions with expert
verified solutions(graded A+)
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Road Surfaces - answer Motorcycles are designed to travel across a
wide variety of road surfaces, but may handle differently on each.
Part of being a good rider is understanding and compensating for
different road surfaces.
Rain-slick surface - answer Roads are most slick during the first few
minutes of rain because oil and dirt mix with the water. It may be
best to stop in a safe area and wait out the situation. Reduce speed
and minimize lean. Metal covers, bridge gratings, train tracks,
painted or taped lines, leaves, and wood can be very slick when wet.
When you ride in the rain, use the tire tracks left by cars to help
prevent hydroplaning. Hydroplaning occurs when water builds up
under the tire contact patch and results in loss of traction.
Maintaining proper tire pressure will help keep the grooves in your
tread open and able to channel water away for better traction.
Worn pavement - answer Ruts can form in areas of heavy traffic.
They can make handling your motorcycle difficult and may even
cause damage if you hit them hard. Also, rain builds up in these
areas and increases the chance of hydroplaning. Avoid these ruts
when possible.
Loose Surfaces and Debris - answer Be aware of sand, gravel, rocks,
and trash. The same is true for liquids such as fuel, oil or engine
coolant. Look out for shiny or damp pavement. Watch for items that
might cause tire damage such as nails or sharp metal objects.
, Use a good lane position, especially in curves, to give yourself time
and space to adjust your path of travel. Avoid following vehicles
such as trucks or trailers that are hauling debris, as items could
come loose and fall into your path.
Crack Sealant and Tar Strips - answer Crack sealant and tar strips
can be slick, especially in wet or hot weather. Notice them early and
adjust lane position. Avoid too much lean.
Ice or Snow Patches; Mud, Moss, Algae - answer These areas can be
very slick. Identify them early and reduce speed. When crossing
slick patches, you may want to keep the clutch lever squeezed and
avoid leaning. Use your feet as outriggers as needed, remembering
they may slip too. Brake use must be gentle.
Crowned and Off-Camber Roads - answer A crowned road is one that
is high in the middle to drain water. Off-camber roads slope away
from the direction of the curve. Use caution in left curves because
ground clearance may be less than on a flat road.
Rain grooves and grated bridge deck - answer These cause the tires
to feel loose, but they pose no serious threat. Keep steering relaxed
and avoid quick actions.
Bumps, Cracks and Railroad Tracks - answer These are like
obstacles, so cross them at close to a 90-degree angle. Keep speed
under control and maintain momentum. Rise off the seat and keep
your weight evenly distributed. For angled railroad tracks, it is
usually safe to ride straight across them. For tracks or road seams
that run in the same direction as your path, move far away enough
so you can steer to cross them at 45 degrees or more.
Carrying Passengers - answer You should be a skilled rider before
you carry a passenger or extra weight because it affects the way
your motorcycle handles. Starting from a stop is more difficult and it
takes longer to get up to speed. More time will be required for
