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1. Why is motorcy- cling considered **serious fun?
- Learning to ride** and ride well requires what **physical traits?
- What do Rider-** **Coaches do?
- What are the** four require- ments for suc- cessful course completion? Serious because there is risk involved; fun because riding a motorcycling is fun (iv) Fitness, strength, coordination (iv) Guide students, answer questions, observe progress (iv) 1 - complete all course assignments; 2 - attend all sessions; 3 - pass a knowledge test; 4 - pass an on-cycle test (1)
- When does a Rid- If a rider has a lot of difficulty or becomes a danger to erCoach not per- mit further riding **in the course?
- What are the** three basic mo- **torcycle types?
- Pick the motor-** cycle type you will likely ride **and tell why.
- List the six pri-** mary controls
- themselves or others (1) 1 - street, 2 - dual-purpose, and 3 - off-highway (2) Personal responses will vary (2-3) 1 - handlebars, 2 - throttle, 3 - clutch lever, 4 - gearshift lever, 5 - front brake lever, 6 - rear brake pedal (4)
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10. What does the **clutch lever do?
- How is the** gearshift lever **operated?
- What is a shift** **pattern?
- How are the** two brake con- **trols operated?
- What are possi-** ble positions on **the fuel valve?
- What are pos-** sible positions on the ignition **switch?
- What is the** choke control **used for?
- Why does a** motorcycle have an engine cut-off **switch?
- What are some** common indica- tors that display information? Rotate to control engine speed; to increase engine speed, twist it toward you (roll on); to decrease engine speed, twist it away from you (roll off) (4) Connects power from the engine to the rear wheel (4) Lift up firmly and release to go to a higher gear; press down firmly and release to go to a lower gear (4) How many gears are available below and above neutral (4) Front brake lever is squeezed in to operate; the amount of squeeze must be adjusted for effective braking. Rear brake pedal is pressed down to operate it (4) On, Reserve, and Prime or Off (5) On, Off, and Lock, and possibly Park (5) Provide an enriched fuel mixture to help start the engine; raises idle to permit the engine to warm quickly (5) You can shut off the engine without removing your hand from the handgrip (5) Speedometer, odometer, tachometer, indicator lights (5)
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27. What is the posi- tion of the right wrist for good **riding posture?
- What are the** other elements of proper riding **posture?
- How do you ini-** tiate motorcycle lean at speeds higher than walk- **ing speed?
- What are the four** action steps for making a basic **turn?
- What is the** three-step strate- gy for curves and what does each **step mean?
- In what** type of turn does counter- weighting help? Flat (8) Back straight, head & eyes up, feet on footrests near the controls, knees & elbows in, arms relaxed and bent, fingers around the throttle, cover the clutch lever (8) Countersteer - press left, lean left; press right, lean right (9) 1 - slow, 2 - look, 3 - press, and 4 - roll (9) Search - Setup - Smooth 1 - Search means to look for key information while ap- proaching and going through a curve; 2 - Setup is to adjust speed and lane position as necessary before entering; 3 - Smooth means to operate the controls so there are no jerky movements (9) Slow, tight turns like a U-turn in a parking lot (9)
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33. What gear should you be in when coming to **a stop and why?
- What is the ben-** efit of squaring the handlebars when coming to **a stop?
- Why does the** front brake have more stopping power than the **rear brake?
- How does** the motorcycle's weight shift dur- **ing braking?
- How do you stop** **in a curve?
- Why do you** **change gears?
- List the** three-step process to shift **to a higher gear.
- List the** three-step First, so you can easily start out again (10) The motorcycle is easier to hold up (10) Forward weight shift pushes the front tire down into the road surface (10) Forward (10) Gradually apply both brakes as you straighten up the motorcycle. The motorcycle should be straight up and the handlebars should be square before you come to a complete stop. Be sure to downshift and keep the clutch lever squeezed in (10) To match engine speed to road speed (11) 1 - roll off the throttle as you squeeze in the clutch lever, 2 - lift the gearshift lever and release it, and 3 - ease out the clutch lever and roll on the throttle (11) 1 - roll off the throttle as you squeeze in the clutch lever, 2 - press the gearshift lever and release it, and 3 - ease out the clutch lever and roll on the throttle (11)
for the majority of motorcycle-re- lated deaths?
49. What are the four basic parts of a **helmet?
- What is the dif-** ference between a full-face-cov- erage helmet and three-quar- ter-coverage hel- met? 1 - outer shell keeps objects from reaching the head and absorbs impact; 2 - impact-absorbing liner absorbs shock and spreads im- pact forces throughout the helmet; 3 - comfort padding helps with comfort and fit; 4 - retention system fastens the helmet on your head (14) Full-face helmet offers more protection for the face and chin (14)
- What stickers are DOT and possibly ECE or Snell (14) likely to indicate a well-made hel- **met?
- How should a** **helmet fit?
- What are some** tips to care for a **helmet?
- Are ordinary** glasses or sun- Snugly (14) Don't use harsh chemicals; leave a damp towel on the helmet for a few minutes then wipe off bugs; wash removable pads as needed; use products to eliminate bacteria and mildew; avoid dropping your helmet; put it bottom side down; and do not drill holes, modify the retention system, paint it, or attach items to the exterior (14-15) No (they may not seal out wind and dust) (15)
glasses alone sufficient eye protection?
55. What types of eye and/or face protection can a **rider choose?
- Name four** considerations about eye and **face protection.
- What is the val-** ue of appropriate **footwear?
- What features of** a full-fingered glove help a rid- **er?
- What is the value** of motorcycle-spe- **cific clothing?
- How can motor-** cycle riding gear make you more **visible?
- What are some** features your gear should have if you are riding Face shields and goggles (15) 1 - flip up shields should be down when you ride; 2 - face shields and goggles should be free of scratches (impact resistant, clean); 3 - clear shields or goggles should be used at night; 4 - goggles are worn over the helmet (15) Helps protect from riding hazards; provide good grip on pavement and keep feet on footrests; provide protection against foot and ankle injuries (15) Protect hands from weather, improve grip, protect in a fall and from flying debris; outside seams; curved fingers; may have armor for greater protection; insulated gloves help in cold weather; gauntlets keep cold air from going up sleeves (15) Designed to fit while in a riding position; flaps help seal out the wind; zippers for ventilation; extra padding (armor) provides more protection (15-16) Wear bright colors during the day; use reflective vest at night (16) Keep you dry and warm; bright colors; elastic for snug and secure fit; high collar; zips up;
What is the primary cause of motorcycle-re- lated crashes?
71. What questions help you think about the risks of **riding?
- After learning** to ride, why is safety more about mental skills than physi- cal skills? Usually there are many factors that interact (combine) (18) How good am I as a car driver? Do I have many near-crashes when I drive? Do I have to brake hard very often when I drive? Am I easily distracted when I drive? Do I have points on my driver's license?(18) Safe riding is more a skill of the eyes and mind than of the hands and feet (19)
- List the three key 1 - having riding skill and motorcycle maneuverability be- **safety margins.
- What are** five characteris- tics of a rid- er who manages **risk properly?
- What does it** mean to have **good risk offset?
- What does** it mean to have a good lane choice? yond what is actually needed; 2 - having traction beyond what is actually needed, and 3 - having time and space beyond what is actually needed (19) Has knowledge, skills, attitude, values, and habits to be a safe and responsible rider (19) Skill exceeds risks you take (19) You do not have to change lanes a lot and can see ahead while being visible to others (20) 77.77.
What is the pur- pose of using three different positions within a lane?
78. What is the start **position?
- Name three** smart ways to be more visible (conspicuous) to **others in traffic.
- What are the 3** visual lead times **of RiderRadar?
- Why is the 2 - sec-** ond following distance consid- **ered minimum?
- How are the** 4 - second ur- gent time/dis- tance and to- tal stopping dis- **tance related?
- Name the 3 parts** of total stopping **distance.
- How can you re-** duce total stop- To avoid road hazards, to avoid bad road conditions, and to see and be seen (20) Left third of the lane (20) Lane position, clothing, headlight, turn signals, brake light, horn, add-ons (21) 2 - second following time and distance; 4 - second urgent time and distance; 12 - second anticipation time and distance (22) Conditions must be ideal and you have to be paying close attention (22) With good braking skills, you can generally stop within the distance you would have traveled in 4 - 5 seconds (22) 1 - perception, 2 - reaction, and 3 - braking (23) By improving skills for each part (23)
between a rider and other traffic?
93. What is 360° **awareness?
- What is Presen-** **tation?
- What does it** mean to Open Up **the View?
- Why is turning** from a stop an **important skill?
- What are some** tips for turning **from a stop?
- What are some** hazards between **intersections?
- In what ways do** cars and motor- cycles have blind **spots?
- What is the** **No-Zone?
- What is the prop-** er technique for lane changes? Being aware of traffic all around you (ahead, behind, left and right) (26) To use a lane position where others are best able to see you (26) To use a position to see and be seen in both directions at an intersection without interfering with cross traffic or pedestrians (26) You want to stay in your lane and avoid running into other traffic when you turn at intersections (26) Select a position that allows you to see traffic; turn the handlebars and lean the motorcycle slightly; position at a slight angle; manage the clutch lever and throttle (26) Vehicles pulling out of parking spaces or backing out of driveways; people or animals that could dart out in front of you; pedestrians, bicycles, and other vehicles that could affect escape paths (26) There are areas you can't see beside or behind you that you cannot see in mirrors (27) Areas around a truck to avoid because the driver cannot see you (27) Check the space you want to use is clear (mirror check); signal in advance; head check; cancel signal when in new lane (28) 102.102.
What are some things to be aware of when merging?
103. When merging onto a free- way, why match speed to traffic **flow?
- What are the** three curve **types?
- What are the** three curve **parts?
- What are the** three lane posi- tions used for **curves?
- What are some** factors to search for when ap- proaching a **curve?
- What should be** assumed about a curve if you can- not see to its **end?
- What is the ad-** vantage of using a delayed apex in a curve? Traffic behind; escape path; use caution when merge area is used by traffic exiting; use good lane position to see and be seen (28) So you can more easily fit into an open space in traffic (28) 1 - constant radius, 2 - increasing radius, and 3 - decreasing radius (28) 1 - entry, 2 - apex, and 3 - exit (28) 1 - outside, 2 - middle, and 3 - inside (28) Roadway warning signs; what is beyond the curve; on- coming traffic; road and surface conditions (29) The curve radius decreases (29) Increased margin of safety in blind or decreasing radius curves (29)
What is a prop- er technique for passing and how are lane posi- tions used?
117. What is a good way to respond to a tailgating dri- **ver?
- List a few tips for** riding at night or in limited visibili- **ty conditions.
- What does it** mean to override **the headlight?
- Why should you** have good basic skills before rid- **ing in a group?
- What is the ben-** efit of knowing Keep a good following distance and move to the left third of the lane; Have a safe passing gap ahead; Check your mirrors and blind spot (with a head check) and turn on your signal; Change lanes and accelerate; Cancel your signal; Select a lane position that gives you space from the vehicle you are passing; When past the vehicle, check your mirror and blind spot (with a head check), signal, and return to your lane; Cancel your signal. (32) Increase your distance from vehicles ahead (32) Wear bright, reflective materials; use your high beam when you can; use the lights of other vehicles to help you see what is ahead; watch for tail lights that bounce; flash your brake light when slowing and when waiting at intersections; add lighting to your motorcycle; be sure eye protection is free of scratches and smudges and is clear (32) Your total stopping distance exceeds the distance your light beam shows (33) There is more to think about than when riding alone (33) Can communicate with others in the group without stop- ping or compromising safety margins (33)
group riding sig- nals?
122. When would you use staggered, side-by-side, or single-file riding **formations?
- What are some** things to avoid when riding with **others?
- What are some** personal consid- erations when riding in a **group?
- How will you find** out your motor- cycle's type of **braking system?
- What is the best** way to achieve the shortest braking distance **in a straight line?
- What is thresh-** **old braking?
- What compli-** cates an emer- Ride staggered unless there is a need for single-file; avoid side-by-side; use single-file in curves, when there is poor visibility, if there are poor road surfaces, when entering or leaving roadways, or in other situations when an increased space cushion or maneuvering room is needed (33) Do not just do what riders ahead of you do; avoid group/peer pressure to ride beyond your skill or comfort level; avoid side-by-side riding; avoid engine braking; avoid target fixation (33) Ride your own ride; avoid group pressure; keep attention on personal safety margins (33) Check the motorcycle owner's manual (34) Apply maximum brake pressure to the front and rear brakes simultaneously without skidding either wheel (34) The ability to use the brakes fully without producing a skid (34) Some traction is used for cornering (34)
Why is a surface most slippery as it begins to rain?
136. What is hy- **droplaning?
- List three** road-surface conditions that could affect **traction.
- How can you ad-** just for the ef- fects of surface hazards and/or reduced trac- **tion?
- How can a** crowned road af- **fect riding?
- Why is it a good** idea to gain ex- perience before carrying a pas- senger or heavy **cargo?
- How does carry-** ing a passenger or cargo affect motorcycle oper- ation? Loss of traction due to water build-up under the tires (36) Rain-slick surface; worn pavement; loose surfaces and debris; crack sealant and tar strips; ice or snow patches and mud, moss, and algae; crowned and off-camber roads; rain grooves and grated bridge decks; and bumps, cracks, and railroad tracks (36) Have a mental strategy as well as physical skills; reduce speed; minimize lean; use good lane position; give yourself time and space to adjust your path; adjust lane position; keep steering relaxed and avoid quick actions; keep speed under control (36) Ground clearance might be less than on a flat road (36) Carrying a passenger or cargo affects the way your mo- torcycle handles (37) Starting from a stop is more difficult; takes longer to get up to speed; more time is required for passing; more brake pressure will be needed for stopping, and suspension and tire pressures should be adjusted for the added weight per the owner's manual (37)
142. What should happen as a pas- senger mounts **and dismounts?
- What are some** tips for your pas- senger while rid- **ing?
- What can be** used to fasten cargo? Web straps, bungee cord, car- **go net (37)
- Where can you** find your motor- cycle's load lim- it? Owner's manual **(37)
- What are some** tips for carrying **cargo?
- Why should** new riders lim- it long-distance Rider should keep both feet on the ground and the front brake lever applied (37) Hold waist or hips or passenger hand-holds; keep feet on footrests at all times, including when stopped; keep hands and feet away from hot or moving parts; look over the rider's shoulder in the direction of a turn or curve; avoid leaning too much or turning around; when crossing an obstacle, rise slightly off the seat (37) Keep low & close to center; keep items balanced from side to side; do not overload saddlebags or tank bag; do not strap items to the handlebars, front forks, or front fender; do not block lights or moving parts; keep items away from mufflers; be sure the cargo is secure (37) Long distances are different than commuting or short-dis- tance rides; proper planning is a must (38)
