MSF Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Risk Offset: : The difference between skill and risk; good risk offset is when skill exceeds risk. 1. Learning to ride is risky because : a mistake could lead to a fall and injury 2. Riding a motorcycle on the street is not for everyone because : some people can't manage risk 3. A benefit of successful course completion is that, once licensed, you are assured of never crashing on the street. : false 4. A good next step after course completion is to: : Practice the basics on your pers...

what is the cause of crashes : interaction of factors what is a good rider : one who reduces contributing factors How does a rider reduce factors : using a thinking strategy: SEE(search, evaluate, execute) How long does it take to reduce risk : As long as it takes to make the choice. What is the primary challenge to be safe 2 : Making the choice to have plenty of good risk offset and to be mindful of collision traps Search Pattern : Far, Near, Side to side mirrors and blindspot T-CL...

RPM : revolutions per minute (tachometer) What do convex mirrors do? : Reduce not remove blindspots What is better than 1 escape path : 2 escape paths When is the right time to use the rear breaks? : All the time What causes crashes? : An interaction of factors 2 How to look when riding? : Far, near, side to side Calculate total stopping distance : Perception reaction brakes Central vision is: : The straight ahead part of your field of vision 3° When you cannot see something vi...

1. Why is motorcycling considered serious fun? : Serious because there is risk involved; fun because riding a motorcycling is fun (iv) 2. Learning to ride and ride well requires what physical traits? : Fitness, strength, coordination (iv) 3. What do RiderCoaches do? : Guide students, answer questions, observe progress (iv) 4. What are the four requirements for successful course completion? : 1-complete all course assignments; 2-attend all sessions; 3-pass a knowledge test; 4-pass an ...

Name 2 primary differences between cars/trucks and motorcycles. : Stability and visibility. What are the problems that these differences cause? : Motorcycles do not have the stability of cars because they must be balanced, and motorcycles leave you more vulnerable in a crash because there is less protection. Motorcycles are not as readily seen as cars, trucks, or other motor vehicles because of their size. Part of being responsible means to give a lot of thought to what? : The consequ...

what is the cause of crashes : interaction of factors what is a good rider : one who reduces contributing factors How does a rider reduce factors : using a thinking strategy: SEE(search, evaluate, execute) How long does it take to reduce risk : As long as it takes to make the choice. What is the primary challenge to be safe 2 : Making the choice to have plenty of good risk offset and to be mindful of collision traps Search Pattern : Far, Near, Side to side mirrors and blindspot T-CL...

Setup (Search Setup Smooth) : to setup for a turn: adjust speed and lane position Before shifting to a lower gear: : Be sure the road speed is slow enough so you do not over-rev or cause the rear wheel to skid TCLOCS : Tires and Wheels, Controls, Lights and Mirrors, Oil and Other Fluids, Chassis, and Stands What do flaps and fasteners on your riding clothing help do? : Seal out the wind Where do crashes mostly occur? : Curves and Intersections Risk Offset 2 : the difference between t...

treet Bikes : designed for use on public streets/highways Tachometer : indicates engine speed in revs per min convex mirrors : may reduce the size of blind spot areas, but they do not eliminate them look : continuously scan far and near as well as to the sides setup : adjust speed and lane position as necessary before entering entering a curve : outside inside outside 2 selecting a lane : based on traffic, road conditions, and type of curve brakes : both brakes are applied at the...

What was the MSF course designed for? : To make motorcycling safer and more enjoyable by ensuring access to lifelong quality education and training for current and prospective riders, and by advocating a safer riding environment. Motor Skill are developed in stages : 1) early or cognitive 2) intermediate or associative 3) final or autonomous Range Principles : BRC range instruction is sequential and developmental and it follows the concept and principles of motor skill development...

MSF Rider prep 2024 practice exam (questions and answers) Total Number of Sections in BRC Rider Handbook - CORRECT ANSWER-16 4 Sections in Rider handbook not covered in e-course - CORRECT ANSWER-12(Select topics), 13(Key Safety Concepts), 14(Knowledge Test), 15(Next Steps) Two turning strategies - CORRECT ANSWER-BASIC - SLOW, LOOK, PRESS, ROLL OVERALL - SEARCH, SETUP, SMOOTH Example used to illustrate use of the windchill chart - CORRECT ANSWER-40 degrees outside temperature @55 MPH = ...