What are street motorcycles designed for us on? correct answers Public Streets
What indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (RPM)? correct answers Tachometer
What kind of mirrors may reduce the size of blind spots, but not eliminate them? correct answers
Convex Mirrors
A good overall cornering strategy to use is (Search-Setup-Smooth), What is Setup? correct
answers Adjusting speed and lane position as necessary before entering a corner.
Which brake(s) are applied when stopping, usually? correct answers Both brakes are applied at
the same time but either brake control may be used separately.
What three step process is used to shift into a higher gear? correct answers 1. Roll off the throttle
as you squeeze the clutch. 2. Lift the shift lever firmly as far as it will go, then release it to allow
it to reset. 3. Ease out the clutch lever and roll on the throttle smoothly to match engine and road
speed.
What three step process is used to shift into a lower gear? correct answers 1. Roll off the throttle
as you squeeze the clutch lever. 2. Press down the shift lever firmly, then release it to allow it to
reset. 3. Ease out the clutch lever as you roll on the throttle.
What should you keep in mind when selecting a motorcycle to ride? correct answers Pick a size
that is right for your strength and skill level, so you can handle it well.
If your helmet has an impact while you are wearing it, what should you probably do? correct
answers Replace the helmet.
What do flaps and fasteners on your riding clothing help do? correct answers Seal out the wind
,Where do crashes most often happen on the road? correct answers Curves and intersections
Many factors that interact or combine while riding can result in a? correct answers Crash
What is the difference between the risks you take and the skill you possess? correct answers Risk
Offset
Maintain a space cushion all around and ride at the speed of traffic in your lane to help reduce?
correct answers Potential Conflicts
What does it mean to use a lane position where others have a better chance to see you? correct
answers Presentation
What helps you react properly to conditions whether approaching an intersection, rounding a
curve, or following another vehicle? correct answers 4-Second urgent time and distance
Do not look at a target or fixate on any one object for more than? correct answers A split second
It is best to have more than one escape plan so that you don't get? correct answers Trapped
What should you do to check the blind spots whenever you change lanes, pass a vehicle, pull into
traffic or adjust lane position? correct answers Head check (glance over shoulder)
What should you SEARCH for that could be a factor when turning? correct answers On-coming
traffic, lane position, road and surface conditions.
What is a good way to prevent rolling backwards on a hill? correct answers Apply one of the
brakes
, When passing a vehicle, what should you remember? correct answers Avoid passing more than
one vehicle at a time
What should you do when riding with a group? correct answers Ride your own ride! Avoid group
pressure to ride beyond your skill or comfort level.
When emergency stopping in a straight line, where should your body be? correct answers Keep
your body centered and look ahead
When emergency stopping in a curve, what is the best way to stop? correct answers Straighten up
first and make a quick stop in a straight line
When emergency stopping in a curve with out time to straighten up, you should apply more?
correct answers Brake pressure as the motorcycle straightens
When crossing slick patch of ice, snow, mud, moss and alge, you may want to keep the clutch
lever? correct answers Squeezed and avoid leaning
When attempting to carry passengers or cargo on your motorcycle, you should review the owners
manual for what? correct answers Proper suspension and tire pressure
In windy conditions, it may be necessary to adjust your path by? correct answers Pressing on the
appropriate handgrip
Depressant drugs, such as alcohol, slow down the bodies? correct answers Functions
Illegal drugs can have what two types of effects? correct answers Depressing and Stimulating