MSF Basic Rider Course – Questions With
Comprehensive Solutions
Learning to ride is risky because Correct Answer - a mistake
could lead to a fall and injury.
Riding a motorcycle on the street is not for everyone because:
Correct Answer - Some people have difficulty managing risk.
A benefit of successful course completion is that, once licensed, you
are assured of never crashing on the street. True or False? Correct
Answer - False
A good next step after course completion is to: Correct Answer -
Practice the basics on your personal motorcycle.
The one physical skill needed to ride a motorcycle is balance. True
or False? Correct Answer - False
The primary mental skills needed for riding a motorcycle are:
Correct Answer - Information processing and decision-making
You may opt out of the course if you become uncomfortable or feel
unsafe. True or False? Correct Answer - True
A RiderCoach may counsel out riders who become too much of a risk
to themselves or others. True or False? Correct Answer - True
Which of the following descriptions apply to Standard-type
motorcycles? Correct Answer - Straight-up seating position
, Which type of motorcycle features rear-positioned footrests, high
power-to-weight ratio, and a forward leaning ride? Correct
Answer - Sport
Sport-type motorcycles typically feature a higher than average
power-to-weight ratio. True or False? Correct Answer - True
Which of the following motorcycle types is designed for riders
focused on long-distance riding? Correct Answer - Touring
Touring-style motorcycles are designed primarily for riders who
enjoy both highway and non-highway riding. True or False?
Correct Answer - False
Because scooters have small engines, wearing a helmet is of little
value. True or False? Correct Answer - False
All states use the same definitions, regulations, and requirements
for motorcycles. True or False? Correct Answer - False
The throttle is operated: Correct Answer - By twisting the right
handgrip.
The clutch lever is operated by: Correct Answer - Squeezing a
lever with the left hand.
The front brake lever is operated by the RIGHT foot. True or False?
Correct Answer - False
The shift lever is operated by the LEFT foot lever. True or False?
Correct Answer - True
The control operated by the RIGHT hand is the: Correct Answer -
Front Brake lever.
Comprehensive Solutions
Learning to ride is risky because Correct Answer - a mistake
could lead to a fall and injury.
Riding a motorcycle on the street is not for everyone because:
Correct Answer - Some people have difficulty managing risk.
A benefit of successful course completion is that, once licensed, you
are assured of never crashing on the street. True or False? Correct
Answer - False
A good next step after course completion is to: Correct Answer -
Practice the basics on your personal motorcycle.
The one physical skill needed to ride a motorcycle is balance. True
or False? Correct Answer - False
The primary mental skills needed for riding a motorcycle are:
Correct Answer - Information processing and decision-making
You may opt out of the course if you become uncomfortable or feel
unsafe. True or False? Correct Answer - True
A RiderCoach may counsel out riders who become too much of a risk
to themselves or others. True or False? Correct Answer - True
Which of the following descriptions apply to Standard-type
motorcycles? Correct Answer - Straight-up seating position
, Which type of motorcycle features rear-positioned footrests, high
power-to-weight ratio, and a forward leaning ride? Correct
Answer - Sport
Sport-type motorcycles typically feature a higher than average
power-to-weight ratio. True or False? Correct Answer - True
Which of the following motorcycle types is designed for riders
focused on long-distance riding? Correct Answer - Touring
Touring-style motorcycles are designed primarily for riders who
enjoy both highway and non-highway riding. True or False?
Correct Answer - False
Because scooters have small engines, wearing a helmet is of little
value. True or False? Correct Answer - False
All states use the same definitions, regulations, and requirements
for motorcycles. True or False? Correct Answer - False
The throttle is operated: Correct Answer - By twisting the right
handgrip.
The clutch lever is operated by: Correct Answer - Squeezing a
lever with the left hand.
The front brake lever is operated by the RIGHT foot. True or False?
Correct Answer - False
The shift lever is operated by the LEFT foot lever. True or False?
Correct Answer - True
The control operated by the RIGHT hand is the: Correct Answer -
Front Brake lever.
