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MSF (Motorcycle Safety Foundation) Rider's Course exam|2024, Exams of Physical Education and Motor Learning

Kingston University (KUL)Physical Education and Motor Learning

MSF (Motorcycle Safety Foundation) Rider's Course exam|2024

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1. Risk Offset:: The difference between skill and risk; good risk offset is when skill
exceeds risk.
2. 1. Learning to ride is risky because: a mistake could lead to a fall and injury
3. 2. Riding a motorcycle on the street is not for everyone because: some
people can't manage risk
4. 3. A benefit of successful course completion is that, once licensed, you are
assured of never crashing on the street.: false
5. 4. A good next step after course completion is to:: Practice the basics on your
personal motorcycle
6. 5. The only physical skill needed to ride a motorcycle is balance.: false
7. 6. The primary mental skills needed for riding a motorcycle are:: information
processing and decision-making
8. 7. You may opt out of the course if you become uncomfortable or feel
unsafe.: true
9. 8. A RiderCoach may counsel out riders who become too much of a risk to
themselves or others.: true
10. 1. Which of the following descriptions apply to Standard-type motorcy-
cles?: naked bikes or roadsters. upright riding positions
11. 2. Which of the following describes Cruiser-type motorcycles?: "Classic"
styling
12. 3. Which type of motorcycle features rear-positioned footrests, high pow-
er-to-weight ratio, and a forward leaning ride?: Sport
13. 4. Sport-type motorcycles typically feature a higher than average pow-
er-to-weight ratio.: true
14. 5. Which of the following motorcycle types is designed for riders focused
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  1. 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
    1. Riding a motorcycle on the street is not for everyone because: some people can't manage risk
    1. A benefit of successful course completion is that, once licensed, you are assured of never crashing on the street.: false
    1. A good next step after course completion is to:: Practice the basics on your personal motorcycle
    1. The only physical skill needed to ride a motorcycle is balance.: false
    1. The primary mental skills needed for riding a motorcycle are:: information processing and decision-making
    1. You may opt out of the course if you become uncomfortable or feel unsafe.: true
    1. A RiderCoach may counsel out riders who become too much of a risk to themselves or others.: true
    1. Which of the following descriptions apply to Standard-type motorcy- cles?: naked bikes or roadsters. upright riding positions
    1. Which of the following describes Cruiser-type motorcycles?: "Classic" styling
    1. Which type of motorcycle features rear-positioned footrests, high pow- er-to-weight ratio, and a forward leaning ride?: Sport
    1. Sport-type motorcycles typically feature a higher than average pow- er-to-weight ratio.: true
    1. Which of the following motorcycle types is designed for riders focused

2 / 8 on long-distance riding?: Touring

    1. Touring-style motorcycles are designed primarily for riders who enjoy both highway and non-highway riding.: false
    1. Because scooters have small engines, wearing a helmet is of little value.: false
    1. All states use the same definitions, regulations, and requirements for motorcycles.: false
    1. The throttle is operated:: By twisting the right handgrip
    1. The clutch lever is operated by:: Squeezing a lever with the left hand
    1. The front brake lever is operated by the right foot.: false
    1. The shift lever is operated by the left foot.: true
    1. The control operated by the right hand is the:: Front brake lever
    1. The control operated by the right foot is the shift lever.: false
    1. The choke is used to:: Enrich the fuel mixture to start a cold engine

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  1. ATGATT: All The Gear, All The Time.
    1. The key preparations for riding include:: Motorcycle, riding gear, and mental attitude
    1. You know a motorcycle's seat height is appropriate if:: Your feet can reach the ground and support the motorcycle
    1. The best source of information about motorcycle care is:: The motorcycle owner's manual
    1. Dress for the ride as well as the crash means:: Your gear should provide comfort, protection and conspicuity
    1. When new, a good helmet should fit:: Snugly
    1. A white or brightly colored helmet provides more visibility in traffic than a darker colored helmet.: true
    1. The most important feature of motorcycle footwear is that it:: Helps protect ankles and feet in a tip-over

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    1. A rider dresses in layers to:: Adjust to changing temperatures
    1. The three primary benefits of using good riding gear are protection, as well as:: Conspicuity, and comfor
    1. Motorcycle crashes happen mostly around:: Intersections and curves
    1. Riding a motorcycle involves greater risk than driving a car or truck because motorcycles are inherently less stable and because:: Motorcyclists are less visible and more vulnerable
    1. What is the primary cause of motorcycle crashes?: An interaction of factors
    1. Rarely is there a single cause of a crash.: true
    1. By making safety their goal, good motorcyclists know how to:: manage risk
    1. A good rider is best described as one who:: Reduces crash causation factors by applying a strategy
    1. Safe riding is more a skill of the eyes and mind than of the hands and feet.: true
    1. Which of the following best represents risk offset?: Riding within skill level
    1. Maintaining a space cushion means to:: Have the time to respond smoothly for problems
    1. How does a motorcyclist divide a lane to determine positioning:: into three portions
    1. To stay safe when riding in traffic, you should:: Ride as if you are invisible to others Submit
    1. To reduce risk in traffic, you need to first:: Search ahead, behind, and to

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    1. Which factors lead to more motorcycle crashes than the others?: Riding through intersections
    1. Before pulling into an intersection with limited visibility, check your shortest sight distance last.: True
    1. What is the No-Zone?: A large truck's blind spot
    1. When approaching a curve, it is best to:: Search for possible collision traps and escape paths
    1. Proper use of the friction zone makes it easier to:: Start out on a hill
    1. Body position when crossing an obstacle is:: Rising off the seat
    1. A good response to a tailgating driver is to:: Increase your safety margin ahead
    1. When riding at night:: Use the high beam when not following or meeting other vehicles
    1. Overriding your headlight at night occurs when:: Total stopping distance exceeds sight distance
    1. When in a group, you want to ride side-by-side whenever possible to keep the formation tight.: false
  11. The ability to use the brakes fully without producing a skid is called: thresh- old braking
    1. A linked or combined brake system:: Causes both brakes to be applied if either brake control is used Submit
    1. The best way to achieve the shortest braking distance is to:: Apply maximum braking pressure to both brakes without locking either wheel
    1. What makes stopping quickly in a curve more difficult?: Some traction is

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    1. If the front tire skids because of too much brake pressure:: Immediately release, then reapply as necessary
    1. In a rear tire skid when the rear wheel is not in line with the front wheel, you want to release the rear brake to quickly straighten the motorcycle.: False
    1. Upper body position during a swerve on a straight road is best described as:: Upright
    1. Compared to swerving in a straight line, swerving in a curve requires more:: Traction
    1. In emergency situations, it is always best to swerve first before braking to avoid an obstacle.: False
    1. A rain-slick surface:: most slippery at beginning of a rain
  7. Hydroplaning occurs when:: Water builds up under the tires

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  1. Presentation:: To use a lane position to be seen by opposing traffic.
  2. Respond vs. React:: To take action ahead of time (respond) instead of having to instantly react to an emergency (react).
  3. Ride Your Own Ride:: To honestly self-assess and ride within personal, mo- torcycle, situational, and legal limits, unaffected by what others might think.
  4. Rider Character:: To choose to do the right thing (safe and responsible).
  5. RiderRadar:: To keep the eyes moving (scan) and mind thinking about inter- acting factors and hazards.
  6. SEE:: Refers to Search-Evaluate-Execute, a riding strategy.
  7. Separate:: To adjust speed and/or lane position to meet potential traps at different points in time.
  8. Space Cushion:: To keep spaces open.
  9. Trap:: To not have a space cushion or escape path.

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  1. Skill-Building Practice Exercises:: This is not a formal course but rather a set of riding experiences on a BRC range. Select exercises from the BRC and other courses are used. You are not required to ride all the exercises and many exercises will be repeated. A RiderCoach will provide individualized help and there will be plenty of riding practice. You must demonstrate you have basic skills to participate.
  2. Initial On-Street Experience:: This provides an introductory on-street oppor- tunity to experience actual traffic conditions under the observation and guidance of a RiderCoach. Streets with lower speed limits are used. This is designed as a low-risk experience in light traffic to help you acclimate to sharing the road. Common traffic situations important to motorcyclists are highlighted.
  3. Cornering Circuit:: This experience will help build your skills and confidence for negotiating curves. A circuit is set up on a BRC range and you will be able to repeat several kinds of curves at your own pace. The size of the area may be larger than the space used for the BRC. The cornering circuit will help you be more comfortable on your motorcycle as you refine control operation and body position.
  4. Advanced RiderCourse:: This is a partial-day course with lots of riding. Riders with some street experience are welcome. Along with a few low-speed, limited-space exercises, you will have plenty of practice refining your braking, cornering and emergency maneuvers. Specific riding techniques will be addressed.
  5. On-Street Experiences:: This partial-day course is similar to the Initial On-Street Experience but expands to include more riding in a greater variety of roadway and traffic conditions. The routes used are close to your training site. Experiences can be tailored to your needs and interests.
  6. Rider-Mentor Program and RiderCoach Certification:: If you are a safe- ty-minded, licensed rider who likes to help people enjoy motorcycling to the fullest,

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    1. The riding exercises will be demonstrated so you can see where to go and what to do.: true
  2. four skills for safe riding:: Physical Skill Mental-Perceptual Skill Social Skill Emotional Skill
  3. Physical skill: refers to how well a rider handles the motorcycle. It includes how a rider fits his or her motorcycle considering its overall size, weight, power, and how talented a rider is in manipulating the controls with smoothness and precision to put the motorcycle exactly where it needs to be. For example, a rider should be able to make a U-turn in a small area as well as make an effective swerving or braking maneuver.
  4. Mental-perceptual skill: refers to how well a rider can see and determine risks involving potential collision traps, including escape paths. It is how well a rider can use the first two parts of the strategy of Search-Evaluate-Execute (SEE), and connects how well a rider uses the eyes and mind together to pay attention to what is important at any given moment. For example, it is important to have good visual acuity (clearness of vision) and move the eyes to check far-and-near and side-to-side, as well as to check the instruments, mirrors, and blind spots in an organized and effective way.
  5. Social skill: refers to how well a rider follows the rules of the road in being courteous and cooperative in traffic. It means to identify road signs and traffic flow in order to blend into traffic in a visible, predictable way. Sharing the roadway is primarily a social task that involves getting along with others and looking out for their well-being as well as yours.

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  1. Emotional skill: refers to the thinking rider who avoids distraction, never rides impaired, and who controls strong feelings so as not to produce dangerous distraction or poor decision-making. A continual self-assessment strategy helps a rider keep focused on safety as a priority while enjoying the ride.
    1. What key factors could interact to form a collision trap or provide an escape path?: The curve is 2 lanes and 2 - way traffic with no passing. Downhill grade which will increase total stopping distance. Oncoming drivers could have difficulty seeing you. Little shoulder room but enough for an escape path. May require slower speed.
    1. In what way do the 2 - 4 - 12 second visual leads apply?: 2 - second rule not applicable. 4 - second path is open but could close when near curve. 12 - second path will require slow speed and may not be entirely possible.

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