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When riding long distances, how often should you stop?
When riding long distances, how often should you stop?
Every two hours
The front brake is controlled by?
The front brake is controlled by?
Right hand brake
Motorcycles require ________ lane width to operate safely.
Motorcycles require ________ lane width to operate safely.
Full
How many lane positions are available to a motorcycle in a single lane of traffic?
How many lane positions are available to a motorcycle in a single lane of traffic?
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Which brake is more important?
Which brake is more important?
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If your motorcycle starts to wobble, you should not?
If your motorcycle starts to wobble, you should not?
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Which is the best position for being seen?
Which is the best position for being seen?
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If your front tire fails while you're driving, you should?
If your front tire fails while you're driving, you should?
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When turning a motorcycle, what should you avoid?
When turning a motorcycle, what should you avoid?
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In Texas, if your motorcycle was manufactured since 1975, you have to drive with your headlights on?
In Texas, if your motorcycle was manufactured since 1975, you have to drive with your headlights on?
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When you are preparing to slow down, you should check?
When you are preparing to slow down, you should check?
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Before pulling off the road, you must check?
Before pulling off the road, you must check?
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When you ride at night, you should?
When you ride at night, you should?
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If you take a turn too fast, you may end up?
If you take a turn too fast, you may end up?
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A motorcycle is less visible in a car because it?
A motorcycle is less visible in a car because it?
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To stop safely in a curve, what should you do?
To stop safely in a curve, what should you do?
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How can you increase your visibility at blind intersections?
How can you increase your visibility at blind intersections?
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Car drivers are most likely to try and share your lane when?
Car drivers are most likely to try and share your lane when?
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If your front wheel locks, you should?
If your front wheel locks, you should?
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How can you ride safely on slippery surfaces?
How can you ride safely on slippery surfaces?
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If you're being passed by another vehicle, you should ride in the ____ lane position.
If you're being passed by another vehicle, you should ride in the ____ lane position.
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Which of the following describes cruiser type motorcycles?
Which of the following describes cruiser type motorcycles?
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Which type of motorcycle features a rear position footrest, high power-to-weight ratio, and forward-leaning ride?
Which type of motorcycle features a rear position footrest, high power-to-weight ratio, and forward-leaning ride?
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Sport type motorcycles typically feature a higher-than-average power-to-weight ratio.
Sport type motorcycles typically feature a higher-than-average power-to-weight ratio.
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Which of the following motorcycle types is designed for riders focused on long-distance riding?
Which of the following motorcycle types is designed for riders focused on long-distance riding?
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Turn-style motorcycles are designed primarily for riders who enjoy both highway and non-highway riding.
Turn-style motorcycles are designed primarily for riders who enjoy both highway and non-highway riding.
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Because scooters have small engines, wearing a helmet is of little value.
Because scooters have small engines, wearing a helmet is of little value.
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All states use the same definitions, regulations, and requirements for motorcycles.
All states use the same definitions, regulations, and requirements for motorcycles.
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Learning to ride is risky because?
Learning to ride is risky because?
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Riding a motorcycle on the street is not for everyone because?
Riding a motorcycle on the street is not for everyone because?
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A benefit of successful course completion is that once licensed, you are assured of never crashing on the street.
A benefit of successful course completion is that once licensed, you are assured of never crashing on the street.
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A good next step after course completion is to?
A good next step after course completion is to?
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The only physical skill needed to ride a motorcycle is balance.
The only physical skill needed to ride a motorcycle is balance.
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The primary mental skills needed for riding a motorcycle are?
The primary mental skills needed for riding a motorcycle are?
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You may opt out of the course if you become uncomfortable or feel unsafe.
You may opt out of the course if you become uncomfortable or feel unsafe.
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A rider coach may counsel out riders if they become too much of a risk to themselves or others.
A rider coach may counsel out riders if they become too much of a risk to themselves or others.
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Which of the following descriptions apply to standard type motorcycles?
Which of the following descriptions apply to standard type motorcycles?
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The throttle is operated by?
The throttle is operated by?
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The clutch lever is operated by?
The clutch lever is operated by?
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The front brake lever is operated by the right foot.
The front brake lever is operated by the right foot.
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The shift lever is operated by the left foot.
The shift lever is operated by the left foot.
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The control operated by the right hand is the?
The control operated by the right hand is the?
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The control operated by the right foot is the shifter lever.
The control operated by the right foot is the shifter lever.
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The choke is used to?
The choke is used to?
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The engine cutoff switch?
The engine cutoff switch?
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Motorcycle mirrors are convex that show traffic closer than it actually is.
Motorcycle mirrors are convex that show traffic closer than it actually is.
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The key preparations for riding include?
The key preparations for riding include?
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You know what motorcycle seat height is appropriate if?
You know what motorcycle seat height is appropriate if?
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The best source of information about motorcycle care is?
The best source of information about motorcycle care is?
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Dress for the ride as well as the crash means that?
Dress for the ride as well as the crash means that?
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When new, a good helmet should fit?
When new, a good helmet should fit?
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White or bright colored helmets provide more visibility in traffic than a darker color helmet.
White or bright colored helmets provide more visibility in traffic than a darker color helmet.
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The most important feature of motorcycle footwear is that?
The most important feature of motorcycle footwear is that?
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A rider dresses in layers to?
A rider dresses in layers to?
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The three primary benefits of using good riding gear for protection are?
The three primary benefits of using good riding gear for protection are?
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Which of the following is considered one drink?
Which of the following is considered one drink?
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Motorcycle crashes happen mostly around?
Motorcycle crashes happen mostly around?
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Riding a motorcycle involves greater risk than driving a car or truck because motorcycles are inherently less stable and because?
Riding a motorcycle involves greater risk than driving a car or truck because motorcycles are inherently less stable and because?
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What is the primary cause of motorcycle crashes?
What is the primary cause of motorcycle crashes?
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Really, is there a single cause of the crash?
Really, is there a single cause of the crash?
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By making safety their goal, a good motorcyclist knows how to?
By making safety their goal, a good motorcyclist knows how to?
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A good rider is best described as one who?
A good rider is best described as one who?
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A safe riding is more a skill of the eyes and mind than the hands and feet.
A safe riding is more a skill of the eyes and mind than the hands and feet.
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Which of the following best represents risk offset?
Which of the following best represents risk offset?
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Maintain a space cushion means to?
Maintain a space cushion means to?
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How does a motorcyclist define a lane to determine positioning?
How does a motorcyclist define a lane to determine positioning?
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To stay safe when riding in traffic, you should?
To stay safe when riding in traffic, you should?
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To reduce risk in traffic, you need to first?
To reduce risk in traffic, you need to first?
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The minimum recommended following distance in ideal riding conditions is?
The minimum recommended following distance in ideal riding conditions is?
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The 4-second urgent time and distance generally corresponds to?
The 4-second urgent time and distance generally corresponds to?
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The total stopping distance consists of?
The total stopping distance consists of?
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SEE stands for?
SEE stands for?
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The evaluate part of SEE includes thinking beyond the moment about options and potential hazards.
The evaluate part of SEE includes thinking beyond the moment about options and potential hazards.
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Execute means to use smooth and well-timed transactions and includes the three action steps of adjust speed, adjust position, and?
Execute means to use smooth and well-timed transactions and includes the three action steps of adjust speed, adjust position, and?
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Which factors lead to more motorcycle crashes than the others?
Which factors lead to more motorcycle crashes than the others?
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Before pulling into an intersection with limited visibility, check your shortest sight distance last.
Before pulling into an intersection with limited visibility, check your shortest sight distance last.
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What is the no zone?
What is the no zone?
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When approaching a curve, it is best to?
When approaching a curve, it is best to?
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Proper use of the friction zone makes it easier to?
Proper use of the friction zone makes it easier to?
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Body position when crossing an obstacle?
Body position when crossing an obstacle?
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A good response to a tailgating driver is to?
A good response to a tailgating driver is to?
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When riding at night?
When riding at night?
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Overriding your headlight at night occurs when?
Overriding your headlight at night occurs when?
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When in a group, you want to ride side-by-side whenever possible to keep the formation tight.
When in a group, you want to ride side-by-side whenever possible to keep the formation tight.
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Linked or combined braking means?
Linked or combined braking means?
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The best way to achieve the shortest braking distance is to?
The best way to achieve the shortest braking distance is to?
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What makes stopping quickly in a curve more difficult?
What makes stopping quickly in a curve more difficult?
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If the front tire skids because of too much brake pressure?
If the front tire skids because of too much brake pressure?
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In a rear tire skid, when the rear wheel is not in line with the front wheel, you want to release the rear brake and quickly straighten the motorcycle.
In a rear tire skid, when the rear wheel is not in line with the front wheel, you want to release the rear brake and quickly straighten the motorcycle.
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Upper body position during a swerve on a straight road is best described as?
Upper body position during a swerve on a straight road is best described as?
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Compared to swerving in a straight line, swerving in a curve requires more?
Compared to swerving in a straight line, swerving in a curve requires more?
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In emergency situations, it is always best to swerve first before braking to avoid an obstacle.
In emergency situations, it is always best to swerve first before braking to avoid an obstacle.
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A rain slick surface?
A rain slick surface?
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Hydroplaning occurs when?
Hydroplaning occurs when?
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When riding over crack sealant or tar?
When riding over crack sealant or tar?
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Study Notes
Motorcycle Safety Essentials
- Stop Frequency: Stop every two hours on long rides to rest and stay alert.
- Brake Control: The front brake is operated by the right hand, crucial for stopping efficiency.
- Lane Requirements: Motorcycles need the full lane width to ensure safety during operation.
- Lane Positions: There are three lane positions available in traffic: left, center, and right.
Braking and Maneuvering
- Front Brake Importance: The front brake provides approximately 70% of a motorcycle's stopping power.
- Wobble Response: In case of wobbling, do not accelerate; instead, close the throttle and safely pull off the road.
- Visibility Position: The best position for visibility is no specific position; instead, find a location where you can be clearly seen.
Handling Emergencies
- Front Tire Failure: Shift weight to the rear if the front tire fails while riding.
- Deceleration While Turning: Avoid reducing speed while making a turn to prevent losing balance.
- Night Riding: Slow down to a speed that allows stopping within the headlight range.
Equipment and Regulations
- Headlight Use in Texas: Motorcycles manufactured since 1975 are required to have headlights on while riding.
- Traffic Awareness: Always check for traffic behind before slowing down and flash brake lights if needed.
Riding Fundamentals
- Lane Sharing Caution: Drivers often attempt to share lanes to pass; position yourself centrally in your lane to deter this behavior.
- Adjusting to Slippery Surfaces: Ride slowly and avoid sudden movements on slippery terrains.
- Rider Visibility: Choose lanes that enhance visibility at blind intersections.
Rider Regulations and Risk
- Helmet Use: Helmets provide crucial protection regardless of engine size, contradicting the idea that small scooters render them less useful.
- Learning Risks: Learning to ride includes inherent risks such as potential falls and injuries.
- Motorcycle Crashes: Most crashes occur at intersections and curves, primarily due to interactions of various factors.
Mental and Physical Skills
- Key Riding Skills: Successful riding requires effective information processing and decision-making skills.
- Adjusting Gear: Dress in layers to adapt to changing temperatures while riding.
Safety Strategies
- Space Cushion: Maintain a safe distance to allow time for response to potential problems.
- Evaluating Hazards: Prioritize searching ahead, behind, and to the sides when riding to discern hazards early.
- SEE Method: The acronym stands for Search, Evaluate, and Execute; crucial for safe riding practices.
Managing Risk
- Riding in Traffic: Treat yourself as invisible to other vehicles to promote safety.
- Stopping Distance: Understand that total stopping distance includes perception, reaction, and braking times.
Response Techniques
- Swerve vs. Brake: Swerve first in emergencies instead of braking when trying to circumvent obstacles, retaining control over the motorcycle.
- Handling Skids: For front tire skids, release, then reapply the brake as needed to regain control.
Environmental Considerations
- Rain Hazards: The initial rain creates slippery conditions; be cautious during this period.
- Hydroplaning: Occurs when water builds up under the tires, drastically reducing traction.
Maintenance of Equipment
- Proper Gear: Ensure riding gear is appropriate for both comfort and protection, enhancing visibility in traffic.
- Rider Control Practices: Maintain a body position that secures balance, particularly when navigating obstacles or riding over uneven surfaces.
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Test your knowledge on essential motorcycle safety and handling techniques. This quiz covers topics such as stopping frequency, brake control, and emergency responses. Perfect for new riders and seasoned motorcyclists looking to refresh their skills.
