MSF Written Test Exam Questions And Answers
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How can you improve your visibility to other traffic? - ANSWER 1. Ride with your
headlight on during daytime
2. Turn Signals
3. Hand signals
What is the 20 second visual lead? - ANSWER 20 second path of travel
What two words best describe scanning? - ANSWER An aggressive, purposeful search
for information
What is the recommended minimum following distance? - ANSWER 2 seconds low
speed, anything less than ideal four or more seconds.
What should you consider when choosing a lane position? - ANSWER Best position to
see and be seen
How does AAA help make you an expert Rider? - ANSWER Helps expert riders know
what's going on around them and act early.
Where do most multi-vehicle collisions occur? - ANSWER Intersections
How do you check your blind spot? - ANSWER By turning your head
What can you do to reduce reaction time in hazardous situations? - ANSWER Be alert,
ready, space cushion, always have an escape route.
How do you know if you are overriding your headlight? - ANSWER Going too fast to
process what you're seeing.
What are the leading causes of single - vehicle crashes? - ANSWER Failure to brake
properly
At what point should you turn toward the apex? - ANSWER Outside
How do you link turns smoothly? - ANSWER Stay outside longer before the turn starts
When should you turn your head for cornering? - ANSWER When you can see clearly
through the turn OR Always
, How is the front brake applied to stop quickly in a straight line? - ANSWER Smoothly
and firmly with increasing pressure.
How is the rear brake applied to stop quickly in a straight line? - ANSWER Light-to-
lighter pressure to prevent skidding.
What is the shortest way to stop in a curve? - ANSWER Straighten then brake
When braking in a lean, what is important to remember? - ANSWER If road/traffic
conditions do not allow you to straighten, use your brakes smoothly & gently.
What is counter steering? - ANSWER Pressure on handgrip (countersteering) causes
lean in direction of turn.
What should you always avoid while swerving? - ANSWER Never attempt to brake
while swerving
Where should you look while swerving? - ANSWER Eyes on your escape path
Where should you look when crossing obstacles? - ANSWER Grip handlesbars firmly
and look ahead.
What approach angle is recommended when crossing obstacles? - ANSWER A 90
degree angle
What indicates a potential change in roadway traction? - ANSWER Changes in color
and texture are clues that traction may change.
How should you ride across low-traction surfaces? - ANSWER Reduce speed
What should you do if you come upon a deer alongside the roadway? - ANSWER Use
AAA aggressively (Awareness, Assessment, Action)
What should you do if you suspect your sidestand will sink into the parking surface? -
ANSWER Place a rigid object like a flattened soda can under it.
What are three indicators of impairment? - ANSWER 1. Willingness to take risks
2. Failure to recognize behavior
3. Assume they ride better after a few drinks
What are three examples of impairment? - ANSWER 1. Impaired Judgment
2. Divided attention
3. Impaired vision
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How can you improve your visibility to other traffic? - ANSWER 1. Ride with your
headlight on during daytime
2. Turn Signals
3. Hand signals
What is the 20 second visual lead? - ANSWER 20 second path of travel
What two words best describe scanning? - ANSWER An aggressive, purposeful search
for information
What is the recommended minimum following distance? - ANSWER 2 seconds low
speed, anything less than ideal four or more seconds.
What should you consider when choosing a lane position? - ANSWER Best position to
see and be seen
How does AAA help make you an expert Rider? - ANSWER Helps expert riders know
what's going on around them and act early.
Where do most multi-vehicle collisions occur? - ANSWER Intersections
How do you check your blind spot? - ANSWER By turning your head
What can you do to reduce reaction time in hazardous situations? - ANSWER Be alert,
ready, space cushion, always have an escape route.
How do you know if you are overriding your headlight? - ANSWER Going too fast to
process what you're seeing.
What are the leading causes of single - vehicle crashes? - ANSWER Failure to brake
properly
At what point should you turn toward the apex? - ANSWER Outside
How do you link turns smoothly? - ANSWER Stay outside longer before the turn starts
When should you turn your head for cornering? - ANSWER When you can see clearly
through the turn OR Always
, How is the front brake applied to stop quickly in a straight line? - ANSWER Smoothly
and firmly with increasing pressure.
How is the rear brake applied to stop quickly in a straight line? - ANSWER Light-to-
lighter pressure to prevent skidding.
What is the shortest way to stop in a curve? - ANSWER Straighten then brake
When braking in a lean, what is important to remember? - ANSWER If road/traffic
conditions do not allow you to straighten, use your brakes smoothly & gently.
What is counter steering? - ANSWER Pressure on handgrip (countersteering) causes
lean in direction of turn.
What should you always avoid while swerving? - ANSWER Never attempt to brake
while swerving
Where should you look while swerving? - ANSWER Eyes on your escape path
Where should you look when crossing obstacles? - ANSWER Grip handlesbars firmly
and look ahead.
What approach angle is recommended when crossing obstacles? - ANSWER A 90
degree angle
What indicates a potential change in roadway traction? - ANSWER Changes in color
and texture are clues that traction may change.
How should you ride across low-traction surfaces? - ANSWER Reduce speed
What should you do if you come upon a deer alongside the roadway? - ANSWER Use
AAA aggressively (Awareness, Assessment, Action)
What should you do if you suspect your sidestand will sink into the parking surface? -
ANSWER Place a rigid object like a flattened soda can under it.
What are three indicators of impairment? - ANSWER 1. Willingness to take risks
2. Failure to recognize behavior
3. Assume they ride better after a few drinks
What are three examples of impairment? - ANSWER 1. Impaired Judgment
2. Divided attention
3. Impaired vision
