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What controls the rear brake?

Right foot pedal

Where is the clutch located?

Front handlebar

What controls the gear shifter?

Left foot

Where is the engine cutoff and electric start located?

Right handgrip Signup and view all the answers

Where is the fuel valve located?

Left Signup and view all the answers

Where is the kick starter located?

Right Signup and view all the answers

What provides the best protection for arms and legs?

Synthetic or leather covering Signup and view all the answers

What type of shoes is best for motorcycle riding?

Leather boots with tucked laces Signup and view all the answers

Headlight and taillight

always illuminated Signup and view all the answers

Turn signals are optional when riding a motorcycle.

False Signup and view all the answers

To mount, stand on the ______ side.

left Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step to start the engine?

Fuel valve and ignition switch on Signup and view all the answers

What is the second step to start the engine?

Shift to neutral Signup and view all the answers

What is the third step to start the engine?

Turn engine cutoff switch to on Signup and view all the answers

What is the fourth step to start the engine?

Turn choke on for cold starts, squeeze clutch before starter will operate Signup and view all the answers

What is the fifth (last) step to start the engine?

Press starter button Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step to stop the engine?

Killswitch, ignition, fuel valve, all lights off Signup and view all the answers

What is the second (last) step to stop the engine?

Dismount with side stand down, turn handlebars toward side stand Signup and view all the answers

Sit up _______

straight Signup and view all the answers

Start with right wrist _____

flat Signup and view all the answers

Keep knees where while moving?

Close to the gas tank Signup and view all the answers

Keep feet where?

Near the foot controls Signup and view all the answers

What is the friction zone?

Point on clutch at which power transmits to rear wheel Signup and view all the answers

What should you do as you reach the friction zone?

Roll the throttle and the bike will move forward Signup and view all the answers

What is upshifting?

Roll off throttle as you squeeze in clutch lever, lift shift lever (left foot), release after each shift is completed, ease clutch out as you roll on throttle. Signup and view all the answers

What is downshifting?

Roll off throttle as you squeeze in clutch lever, press down firmly on shift lever (left foot), release after completion, ease clutch out smoothly. Signup and view all the answers

How do you start on an incline?

Use front brake to hold the bike in place as you start the engine and shift into 1st gear. Change to foot brake to hold the bike while you operate throttle. Open throttle for a little more power, release clutch gradually. Signup and view all the answers

When stopping, what should you always use?

Both brakes Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of your stopping power does the front brake account for?

70 Signup and view all the answers

How to stop normally?

Squeeze the front brake and gradually press down on the rear brake with your right foot. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when stopping in a curve?

Apply smooth gradual pressure to brakes while reducing lean angle. Add more pressure as the bike straightens up. Signup and view all the answers

What are the four steps of turning?

Slow, look, press, roll. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do during normal turning?

Lean with the bike. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do during slow tight turns?

Stay straight up as the bike turns. Signup and view all the answers

What is the greatest potential for conflict between you and other vehicles?

Intersections Signup and view all the answers

What should you ride with in the lane position?

Headlight for visibility Signup and view all the answers

When approaching an intersection where a vehicle is preparing to cross your path, what should you do?

<ol> <li>Slow down, 2. Select the lane position with the most visibility, 3. Cover your controls, 4. Move away from the vehicle's path, 5. Don't make any sudden movements.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

How many paths of travel does each lane have?

3 (left, center, right) Signup and view all the answers

Lane position should increase what?

Visibility Signup and view all the answers

Where do fluids from cars accumulate, making the road slippery?

Center of the lane Signup and view all the answers

When following another vehicle, maintain a distance of how many seconds?

4 seconds for novice riders Signup and view all the answers

What following distance should you employ when traveling 40 mph or faster, or under slippery conditions?

5 seconds or more Signup and view all the answers

What should you let tailgaters do?

Pass you or encourage them to pass Signup and view all the answers

What should you do about lane sharing?

Don't do it. Ride in staggered formation when in groups. Signup and view all the answers

You should always assume that other motorists can see you.

False Signup and view all the answers

What should you ensure you have in case you need to change lanes or execute evasive maneuvers quickly?

Escape routes Signup and view all the answers

What should you always do to communicate your intentions?

Signal Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when stopping in an unusual place?

Flash your brake lights Signup and view all the answers

When you encounter a slippery surface, what should you do?

Slow down and increase following distance, avoid sudden moves, use both brakes. Signup and view all the answers

What surfaces have poor traction?

Wet roads, icy/snowy roads, oily roads, roads with dirt and gravel, shiny surfaces like grates and plates Signup and view all the answers

How should train tracks be crossed?

At an angle of at least 45 degrees Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when encountering grooves and gratings?

Ride straight across at a steady speed. Signup and view all the answers

What does stopping quickly involve?

A gradual increase of pressure on both brakes, knee against gas tank, and looking up. Signup and view all the answers

If the front wheel locks, _ the front brake and then _ it gradually.

release, depress Signup and view all the answers

If the back wheel locks up, what should you do?

Keep it locked until you come to a complete stop, and then release it. Signup and view all the answers

What does stopping quickly in a curve involve?

Straightening the bike, squaring the handlebars, and then stopping. Signup and view all the answers

What is ABS?

Able to apply brakes quicker without them locking up. Signup and view all the answers

How do you handle swerving?

Apply firm pressure to handgrip on turning side, press forward on handgrip once you have cleared the object, keep your body upright. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do to separate braking and swerving?

Separate braking and swerving Signup and view all the answers

What does cornering require?

SLPR - Start on outside of the curve, move toward inside, move back out again at the end of the curve. Signup and view all the answers

How should you adjust for crowned roads?

Reduce lean angle on left-hand curves. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when encountering sand or gravel on the road?

Slow down, no sudden turns, brake lightly in straight line, downshift and keep speed steady. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do on scored or grooved pavement?

Head and eyes up, don't fight handlebars, steady throttle. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do on a rippled or uneven surface?

Pick smoothest line and be aware of raised lanes. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do about objects in the road?

Scan ahead, increase following distance. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if the front tire is flat?

Steering will feel heavy, only use rear brake and pull over ASAP. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if the back tire is flat?

Bike may sway or jerk from side to side, only use front brake. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do in the event of a flat tire?

Hold handgrips firmly, ease off the throttle, and go straight until you can make it safely off the roadway. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if a dog is running toward you?

Slow down as you are approaching it, then when it is near, downshift and accelerate quickly away from it. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do for larger animals?

Try not to spook it, allow it to clear the roadway, and then proceed with caution. Signup and view all the answers

How should you handle the wind while riding?

Lean into it, move away from other vehicles to avoid wind blast, maximize your cushions, and find a safe place to park if conditions get too rough. Signup and view all the answers

When carrying passengers and cargo, what should you do?

Ride slower, allow for more braking distance, maintain a larger cushion. Signup and view all the answers

How should groups ride?

In a staggered formation. Signup and view all the answers

When entering highways or on curves, how should groups be positioned?

In single file. Signup and view all the answers

What does cold weather do to reaction time?

Lengthens reaction time - reduce speed and increase cushions. Signup and view all the answers

What should you wear to prevent dehydration in hot weather?

A jacket Signup and view all the answers

When riding at night, what should you do?

Reduce speed, increase following distance, use the tail lights of the car in front of you to judge the road texture, be visible through appropriate lane positioning. Signup and view all the answers

What are three-wheeled vehicles?

Trikes and sidecars Signup and view all the answers

How should the front wheel of a three-wheeled vehicle be pointed?

In the turning direction Signup and view all the answers

Lean body weight forward while on so that the front wheel does not lose .

Inclines, traction Signup and view all the answers

Three-wheeled vehicles should maintain a ______ second following distance.

4 Signup and view all the answers

How should three-wheeled vehicles park?

Parallel to the curb Signup and view all the answers

Is swerving in a three-wheeled vehicle as doable as on a motorcycle?

No Signup and view all the answers

What should three-wheeled vehicles do when cornering and going through curves?

Stay within lane, adjust speed before, lean or shift weight in direction of turn to avoid any wheels coming off the ground. Signup and view all the answers

What should trikes do when turning?

Adjust speed before turn, lean or shift weight in direction of turn, steer front wheel(s) toward direction of turn, accelerate gradually out of the turn. Signup and view all the answers

What is the effectiveness of rear brakes in trikes?

More effective Signup and view all the answers

When stopping quickly in a sidecar, how should you adjust the steering?

Turn the wheel slightly in direction of the sidecar while braking. Signup and view all the answers

How should you accelerate in a sidecar?

Turn the wheel slightly away from the sidecar. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when turning left in a sidecar?

Slow before turning and lean into the turn towards the sidecar. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when turning right in a sidecar?

Slow before entering the turn and lean into the turn towards the sidecar. Signup and view all the answers

How should you stop quickly in a sidecar?

Use front and back brakes simultaneously. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when cornering right in a sidecar?

Can lift sidecar - shift weight toward sidecar to compensate. Signup and view all the answers

What is less dangerous when shifting to the left?

If wheels skid, you'll slide onto the road's shoulder. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do to manage passengers and cargo in a sidecar?

Avoid having a passenger behind you and an empty/light sidecar. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Motorcycle Controls and Operation

Rear brake is controlled by the right foot pedal.
Clutch is located on the front handlebar.
Gear shifter is managed by the left foot.
Engine cutoff and electric start are found on the right handgrip.
Fuel valve is located on the left side of the motorcycle.
Kick starter is situated on the right side.

Safety Equipment and Positioning

Optimal protection includes synthetic or leather covering for arms and legs.
Leather boots with tucked laces are recommended for footwear.
Headlight and taillight must always be illuminated, even during the day.
Turn signals are legally required for motorcycle operation.

Mounting and Starting the Motorcycle

Mount the bike by standing on the left side.
To start the engine, ensure the fuel valve and ignition switch are on, shift to neutral, and turn the engine cutoff switch to on.
For cold starts, turn the choke on and squeeze the clutch before pressing the starter button.
Always dismount with the side stand down, turning handlebars towards the side stand.

Riding Techniques

Sit up straight while riding and start with a flat right wrist.
Keep knees close to the gas tank and feet near foot controls.
The friction zone is where power transmits from the clutch to the rear wheel; roll the throttle as you reach this zone.

Shifting and Stopping

Upshifting involves rolling off the throttle, squeezing the clutch, and shifting up with the left foot, easing the clutch out while rolling on throttle.
Downshifting requires similar steps but pressing down firmly on the shift lever with the left foot.
Use both brakes when stopping; the front brake accounts for 70% of stopping power.

Cornering and Braking

Apply smooth pressure to brakes while reducing lean angle when stopping in a curve.
For normal turns, lean with the bike; in tight turns, keep the body upright.
Flash brake lights when stopping in unusual places to enhance visibility.

Safety Awareness

Intersections pose the greatest risk of conflict between motorcycles and other vehicles.
Position your headlight for maximum visibility when riding in the lane.
Maintain safe distances; follow the 4-second rule for novice riders and increase to a 5-second rule under certain conditions.

Road Hazards and Weather Conditions

Avoid riding in lane positions where fluids accumulate, as they can lead to slippery surfaces.
Be cautious of surfaces with poor traction, such as wet, icy, or gravel-covered roads.
Train tracks should be crossed at angles of at least 45 degrees to avoid spills.

Handling Emergencies

If a front tire is flat, steer with the rear brake activated and pull over slowly.
For a rear tire flat, keep it locked until coming to a complete stop and release afterward.
When encountering animals, slow down, downshift, and accelerate quickly to avoid confrontation.

Group Riding Etiquette

In group rides, maintain a staggered formation for safety.
Form single file when entering highways or navigating curves.
Avoid lane sharing to enhance safety during group rides.

Three-Wheeled Vehicles

Three-wheeled vehicles, including trikes and sidecars, require unique handling techniques; maintain a 4-second following distance.
For cornering in three-wheeled vehicles, adjust speed before turning and lean or shift weight accordingly.
When stopping a sidecar, utilize simultaneous front and rear brakes; adjust turning techniques based on the direction of the turn.

Riding in Various Conditions

Cold weather affects reaction time; compensate by reducing speed and increasing following distance.
In hot weather, wear a jacket to prevent dehydration.
At night, reduce speed and increase following distance, utilizing the car's tail lights to gauge road texture and positioning.

This summary condenses vital information for motorcycle operation and safety, ensuring readiness for permit tests and practical riding.

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