California Motorcyclist Safety Program 63 Questions with Verified Answers
Give three reasons why motorcycling is more risky than driving a car -
... [Show More] CORRECT ANSWER 1. More vulnerable
2. Less visible
3. Less wheels (less traction & stability)
What are some ways to prepare for the risks of riding? (4 ways) - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Proper Gear
2. Understand abilities and limitations
3. Awareness of riding conditions
4. Know your moto
What does it mean to act responsibly? (2 factors) - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Understand moto's capabilities
2. Reduce risks of riding
What is the benefit of wearing apparel specifically designed for motorcycling? (3 reasons) - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Protection
2. Comfort
3. Visibility
How does riding gear make a rider more comfortable? - CORRECT ANSWER Forms to the position of the bike
What is the difference between retro-reflective & reflective? - CORRECT ANSWER Reflective: light is reflected back in all directions
Retro-Reflective: light is reflected directly back to the source (such as another car whose lights are shining at you)
Why aren't ordinary glasses or sunglasses sufficient eye protection? (4 factors) - CORRECT ANSWER - Air can still get through
- Can be moved around
- Can be penetrated/crack
- Tint isn't always necessary
What three things should you consider when shopping for riding gear? (3 features) - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Protection
2. Comfort
3. Visibility
Where do you find the recommended maintenance schedule for your motorcycle? - CORRECT ANSWER Operator's manual
What are the six primary controls and where is each? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Throttle - right handgrip
2. Front brake - right handgrip
3. Clutch - left handgrip
4. Handlebars
5. Rear brake - right footpeg
6. Gear shift - left footpeg
What is the purpose of engine cut-off switch & where is it located? - CORRECT ANSWER Start or turn off bike; located on right handgrip
What must you remember when using your moto turn signal? - CORRECT ANSWER Signal does not turn off by itself, must click button
Pre-Ride Check (5 factors) - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Tires
2. Controls
3. Electrics
4. Fluids
5. Final Drive (what drives rear wheel? Chain, belt, or shaft?)
What are the basic types of protective gear? (7 components) - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Pants
2. Jacket
3. Gloves
4. Helmet
5. Eye Protection
6. Ear Protection
7. Boots
What is the friction zone? - CORRECT ANSWER Clutch begins to deliver power to wheel
How should posture be for NORMAL-SPEED TURNS - CORRECT ANSWER Lean with the bike
How should posture be for SLOW, TIGHT TURNS? - CORRECT ANSWER Remain upright
How do you start the bike? (5 steps) - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Turn key in ignition
2. Ensure in neutral
3. Press cut-off switch on
4. Pull in clutch
5. Press starter button
How do you use the friction zone? - CORRECT ANSWER Smoothly - between clutch & throttle
What are elements of good riding posture? (7 elements) - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Looking straight ahead
2. Left fingers hovering over clutch
3. Right hand wrapped around throttle
4. Low right wrist
5. Knees squeezing fuel tank
6. Shoulders, arms relaxed
7. Sitting up straight
What are the four steps to turning? - CORRECT ANSWER SPAT
Speed
Position
Aim
Turn
Why is it important to look through turns? - CORRECT ANSWER Direction Control - to remain on road
Gather information - see what's on corner
What does lifting or pressing on shift lever accomplish - CORRECT ANSWER Changes gear
Which brake provides more stopping power and how much? - CORRECT ANSWER Front brake - 70%
How should you release the clutch when downshifting? - CORRECT ANSWER SMOOTHLY
Leading causes of single vehicle crashes (3 reasons) - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Overriding sight distance (not turning head)
2. Excessive speed
3. Ineffective countersteering
SPAT on road: things to identify in curve before reaching it (7 factors) - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Traffic
2. Hazards
3. Radius (how sharp curve is)
4. Camber (slant of road)
5. Surface
6. Sight distance (how far can you see through turn?)
7. Uphill or downhill
How to adjust speed (3 steps) - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Roll off throttle
2. Brake before turn
3. Trail-braking (advanced technique)
Define Space Cushion - CORRECT ANSWER Area surrounding you in traffic flow
Define Escape Route - CORRECT ANSWER Alternate path of travel to take if hazard develops in path
How can you improve your visibility to other traffic? (5 ways) - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Clothing
2. Headlight
3. Signals
4. Brake Light (can flash)
5. Horn
What is the 20-second visual lead? - CORRECT ANSWER Looking ahead at an area that will take you 20 seconds to reach--this gives situational awareness & time to prepare for the hazard
What two words describe scanning? - CORRECT ANSWER Aggressive & Purposeful
What is the recommended minimum following distance? - CORRECT ANSWER Minimum of 2 seconds
What should you consider when choosing a lane position? (4 factors) - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Optimum visibility
2. Line-of-sight
3. Space cushion
4. Escape route
What is the 3A process? What does it accomplish? - CORRECT ANSWER Awareness, Assessment, Action
Increases visibility & better preparation to deal with hazards at intersections
Where do most multi-vehicle collisions occur? - CORRECT ANSWER Intersections
How does AAA help make you an expert rider? - CORRECT ANSWER Helps develop expert judgement and reduce risks
How do you check your blind spot? - CORRECT ANSWER Turn head to see what mirrors missed
What can you do to reduce reaction time in hazardous situations? - CORRECT ANSWER Cover clutch and brakes
How do you know if you are overriding your headlight? - CORRECT ANSWER Surprised by oncoming objects
What are the leading causes of single-vehicle crashes? - CORRECT ANSWER Excessive speed
At what point should you turn toward the apex? - CORRECT ANSWER When coming into curve, closest to inside
How do you link turns smoothly? - CORRECT ANSWER Use exit of first line as entrance of entry line for next curve
When should you turn your head for cornering? - CORRECT ANSWER Before entering the curve
How is the front brake applied to stop quickly in a straight line? - CORRECT ANSWER Gradually and firmly
How is the rear brake applied to stop quickly in a straight line? - CORRECT ANSWER Light to lighter pressure
What is the shortest way to stop in a curve? - CORRECT ANSWER Straighten then break
When braking in a lean, what is important to remember? - CORRECT ANSWER Apply brakes gently & gradually
What is countersteering? - CORRECT ANSWER Steering in the opposite direction to turn the desired direction
What should you always avoid while swerving? - CORRECT ANSWER ALWAYS SEPARATE BRAKING AND SWERVING
Where should you look while swerving? - CORRECT ANSWER Look at escape route, not at hazard
Where should you look when crossing obstacles? - CORRECT ANSWER Eyes up, not on obstacle
What approach angle is recommended when crossing obstacles? - CORRECT ANSWER 90 degree angle
What indicates potential change in roadway traction? (2 features) - CORRECT ANSWER Changes in color & texture
How should you ride across low-traction surfaces? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. In tracks of vehicle in front
2. Reduced speed & lean angle (lean less)
3. Increase following distance
4. Avoid pooled water & highway ruts, lightning & shiny surfaces
What should you do if you come upon deer alongside the roadway? (3 steps) - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Predict more than one
2. Slow down
3. Slow & prepare to stop or U-turn
What should you do if you suspect your sidestand will sink into the parking surface? - CORRECT ANSWER Find an object to support it underneath (can be a stick, rock, can, etc.)
What are three indicators of impairment? - CORRECT ANSWER - Loss of smooth control
- Increased number of surprises
- Slow reaction times
What are three examples of impairment? - CORRECT ANSWER - Fatigue or drowsiness
- Stress
- Aggression & emotions
- Aging
- Overconfidence
- Underconfidence
What percentage of rider fatalities are alcohol related? - CORRECT ANSWER 35%
How does riding under the influence affect the AAA process? - CORRECT ANSWER - Unable to focus or adjust to changes in light
- STM is impaired
- Slow reaction time, less precise control
What are some ways of intervening to prevent a friend from driving under the influence? - CORRECT ANSWER - Hide keys
- Find alternative sleeping
- Plan ahead
- Stop serving [Show Less]