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Before taking off on a trip, a safe rider makes a point to:
Before taking off on a trip, a safe rider makes a point to:
- Wear the right gear (correct)
- Check the motorcycle equipment (correct)
- Be a responsible rider (correct)
- Become familiar with the motorcycle (correct)
You have a far better chance of avoiding serious injury if you wear
You have a far better chance of avoiding serious injury if you wear
Approved helmet, face or eye protection, protective clothing
Most crashes happen on short trips (less than 5 miles)
Most crashes happen on short trips (less than 5 miles)
True (A)
As speeds less than 30 mph, a helmet can reduce the number and severity of injuries by:
As speeds less than 30 mph, a helmet can reduce the number and severity of injuries by:
What are the two primary types of helmets?
What are the two primary types of helmets?
To get the most protection, your helmet should:
To get the most protection, your helmet should:
What will a plastic shatter proof shield protect you from?
What will a plastic shatter proof shield protect you from?
To be effective, eye or face shield protection must:
To be effective, eye or face shield protection must:
What provides the most protection in terms of clothing?
What provides the most protection in terms of clothing?
Wear a jacket to cause dehydration.
Wear a jacket to cause dehydration.
When riding, clothing should include:
When riding, clothing should include:
What should gloves provide while riding?
What should gloves provide while riding?
For a motorcycle to 'fit' you it should:
For a motorcycle to 'fit' you it should:
Your street legal motorcycle should have:
Your street legal motorcycle should have:
If you are going to use an unfamiliar motorcycle, you should:
If you are going to use an unfamiliar motorcycle, you should:
Before mounting a motorcycle, what checks should you make?
Before mounting a motorcycle, what checks should you make?
To lessen the chances of a crash occurring, you should:
To lessen the chances of a crash occurring, you should:
How should you control a motorcycle well?
How should you control a motorcycle well?
Don't remain in first gear when stopped.
Don't remain in first gear when stopped.
Which brake is more powerful and how much stopping power does it have?
Which brake is more powerful and how much stopping power does it have?
Use both brakes in an emergency only.
Use both brakes in an emergency only.
Turning: Approach turns and curves with caution. Remember SLPR.
Turning: Approach turns and curves with caution. Remember SLPR.
What is the best protection you can have?
What is the best protection you can have?
Lane Position: Each traffic lane gives a motorcycle how many paths of travel?
Lane Position: Each traffic lane gives a motorcycle how many paths of travel?
Your lane position should:
Your lane position should:
When riding in traffic, maintain a ? second following distance.
When riding in traffic, maintain a ? second following distance.
Passing: Move to position 1 to increase line of sight and make your move more visible. What are the steps?
Passing: Move to position 1 to increase line of sight and make your move more visible. What are the steps?
Being passed: Avoid being hit by?
Being passed: Avoid being hit by?
Lane sharing: Drivers are most tempted to do this when?
Lane sharing: Drivers are most tempted to do this when?
What is the Motorcycle Safety Foundation's 3 step process to make judgments?
What is the Motorcycle Safety Foundation's 3 step process to make judgments?
Where is the greatest potential for conflict between you and another vehicle?
Where is the greatest potential for conflict between you and another vehicle?
Always count on eye contact to make sure another driver sees you.
Always count on eye contact to make sure another driver sees you.
How can you increase your chances of being seen at an intersection?
How can you increase your chances of being seen at an intersection?
How do you enter an intersection at a stop sign?
How do you enter an intersection at a stop sign?
When passing parked cars, what lane position should you ride in to avoid opened doors?
When passing parked cars, what lane position should you ride in to avoid opened doors?
How do you park at the curb?
How do you park at the curb?
What percentage of your reflective surface is your body?
What percentage of your reflective surface is your body?
Motorcycles made during or after what year must have headlights on at all times?
Motorcycles made during or after what year must have headlights on at all times?
Two times when flashing your brake light is especially important are:
Two times when flashing your brake light is especially important are:
When should you make a special point to use your mirrors?
When should you make a special point to use your mirrors?
Motorcycles don't have blind spots.
Motorcycles don't have blind spots.
Most crash-involved riders?
Most crash-involved riders?
What percentage of stopping power can the front brake provide?
What percentage of stopping power can the front brake provide?
Define a swerve.
Define a swerve.
Separate braking and swerving.
Separate braking and swerving.
How do you negotiate a curve?
How do you negotiate a curve?
Your chances of falling increase when you ride across:
Your chances of falling increase when you ride across:
Try to avoid obstacles in the road; if you can't, try to drive over them at a ? degree angle.
Try to avoid obstacles in the road; if you can't, try to drive over them at a ? degree angle.
When it starts to rain, never ride in the tire tracks left by cars.
When it starts to rain, never ride in the tire tracks left by cars.
Wet leaves are just as slippery as a wet road.
Wet leaves are just as slippery as a wet road.
For tracks that run parallel, move to the right and deliberately cross at a ? degree angle.
For tracks that run parallel, move to the right and deliberately cross at a ? degree angle.
Rain grooves or bridge crossings may cause a wandering feeling. Should you relax and cross the grate straight on or weave with the grate pattern?
Rain grooves or bridge crossings may cause a wandering feeling. Should you relax and cross the grate straight on or weave with the grate pattern?
If the front tire goes flat it will jerk.
If the front tire goes flat it will jerk.
If either tire goes flat you should:
If either tire goes flat you should:
If your throttle sticks open, you should:
If your throttle sticks open, you should:
When does a 'wobble' occur?
When does a 'wobble' occur?
What can most 'wobbles' be traced back to?
What can most 'wobbles' be traced back to?
Where should a heavy load be placed?
Where should a heavy load be placed?
Try to accelerate out of the wobble.
Try to accelerate out of the wobble.
Correct a wobble by:
Correct a wobble by:
If you try to speed up and the chain slips, what should you check?
If you try to speed up and the chain slips, what should you check?
PA law requires only handhold for a motorcycle passenger.
PA law requires only handhold for a motorcycle passenger.
What should you instruct your passengers?
What should you instruct your passengers?
Carrying Loads: How should you position a load?
Carrying Loads: How should you position a load?
When riding in a group, smaller is better.
When riding in a group, smaller is better.
How can you keep your group together?
How can you keep your group together?
Which is the best way to ride? Paired up (side by side) or staggered?
Which is the best way to ride? Paired up (side by side) or staggered?
After making a pass, should each rider assume their original spot or hold the left side of the lane?
After making a pass, should each rider assume their original spot or hold the left side of the lane?
The single file formation is best used for:
The single file formation is best used for:
What three factors play a major part in determining your BAC?
What three factors play a major part in determining your BAC?
How can you limit fatigue?
How can you limit fatigue?
Study Notes
Safety Gear and Preparation
- Safe riders wear appropriate gear, familiarize themselves with their motorcycle, check equipment, and act responsibly before trips.
- Approved helmets, face or eye protection, and protective clothing significantly reduce injury chances.
Crashes and Injury Prevention
- Most motorcycle crashes occur on short trips, especially under 5 miles.
- Helmets reduce injury severity by 50% at speeds below 30 mph, offering critical protection.
- The two primary helmet types are three-quarter and full face.
Helmet and Eyewear Standards
- Effective helmets must meet DOT standards, fit snugly, and be free from defects.
- A shatterproof plastic shield protects against wind, dust, insects, and pebbles.
Clothing Protection
- Leather provides the most protective clothing, while jackets prevent dehydration, contradicting the belief they cause it.
- Boots cover ankles and secure laces, while gloves enhance grip and crash protection.
Motorcycle Fit and Maintenance
- A motorcycle must fit a rider well, allowing feet to touch the ground and controls to be easily operable.
- Street-legal motorcycles need functional lights, brakes, a horn, and mirrors.
Riding Techniques and Safety
- Always check tires, fluids, lights, controls, and mirrors before mounting.
- To avoid crashes, be visible, maintain distance, search paths, and separate hazards.
Control and Braking
- Proper posture and grip on the bike enhance control; keep knees against the gas tank and feet on footpegs.
- The front brake provides 70-75% of stopping power; always use both brakes during riding.
Turning and Lane Positioning
- Approach turns with caution using the SLPR technique: Slow, Look, Press, Roll.
- Maintain a 4-second following distance in traffic, using proper lane positioning to improve visibility and communicate intent.
Intersections and Visibility
- Intersections pose significant risk for conflicts; ride with headlights on and choose optimal lane position to increase visibility.
- When executing turns at stop signs, stop, edge forward, and check traffic before proceeding.
Passing and Lane Sharing
- When passing, use appropriate lane positioning to enhance visibility, signal clearly, and make quick maneuvers.
- While riding in traffic, expect lane sharing, particularly in heavy congestion or when turning.
Judging Traffic and Conflict
- Employ the SEE method: Search, Evaluate, Execute, to assess traffic hazards.
- Regular head checks are essential as motorcycles have blind spots.
Weather Conditions and Road Hazards
- Wet roads and loose surfaces increase the risk of falls; maintain caution when crossing them.
- As rain begins, avoid car tire tracks unless visibility is improved; wet leaves are just as slippery as wet roads.
Handling Emergencies and Vehicle Issues
- In emergencies, if a tire goes flat, hold the handlebars firmly and slow down with the functioning brake.
- Address throttle issues by cutting off the engine and controlling the clutch.
Carrying Loads and Riding With Passengers
- Position cargo low and forward for balance; secure and evenly distribute loads.
- Instruct motorcycle passengers on safe riding practices, including how to hold and position themselves.
Group Riding Best Practices
- Smaller riding groups are preferable; communication and signaling are essential to maintain formation.
- Staggered formation is optimal for riding, but single file is better for turns and highway conditions.
Alcohol and Fatigue Management
- Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) is influenced by weight, drinking speed, and alcohol quantity.
- To avoid fatigue, limit riding distance, take breaks, and avoid drugs and alcohol.
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