CMSP Exam 49 Questions with Verified Answers
Why is motorcycling more risky than driving a car? - CORRECT ANSWER We are difficult to see so ppl hit
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Protection (no seatbelts, no metal frame wrapped around you, no airbags)
Less stability
What is Rider Readiness? - CORRECT ANSWER Our mental and physical preparedness to be on a motorcycle
What does it mean to "accept your responsibility"? - CORRECT ANSWER Ride w/in your limits
What is the benefit of wearing apparel specifically designed for motorcycling? - CORRECT ANSWER It is designed to protect us
How does riding gear make a rider more comfy? - CORRECT ANSWER Don't have to worry about the 'what-ifs' if something flies up and hits us (peace of mind)
Designed for motorcycling, so pre-bent
How does retro reflective material work? - CORRECT ANSWER better bc it reflects most of the light back to the source
Are ordinary glasses or sunglasses alone sufficient eye protection? - CORRECT ANSWER No, bc they aren't safety glasses, they weren't designed to survive a crash
Where do you find the recommended maintenance schedule for your bike? - CORRECT ANSWER
3 things you should consider when shopping for riding gear - CORRECT ANSWER -Comfort
-Protection -- Specifically designed for motorcycling - has the armor etc.
-Visibility
Six primary controls and where each is located - CORRECT ANSWER Clutch - left hand
Front brakes - right hand
Rear brake - left hand
Shift level - left foot
Throttle - right hand
Handlebars
Purpose of engine-cut off switch and location - CORRECT ANSWER Right thumb, shuts off power to engine
What do you need to remember about the turn signal? - CORRECT ANSWER does not self cancel
ONE-C - CORRECT ANSWER -Engine ON
-Neutral
-Engine cutoff switch - on/run
-Clutch/Choke (pull it in)
How do you use the friction zone? - CORRECT ANSWER Gradually ease it out
Area of the clutch travel where power is first transmitted from the engine to the rear wheel
Coordinate clutch and throttle smoothly
Good riding posture... - CORRECT ANSWER -Wrist low
-Left hand covering clutch
-Legs squeezing bike
-Shoulders tall
-On the balls of our feet on the footpads
SPAT means... - CORRECT ANSWER Speed, Position, Aim, Turn
Why is it important to look through turns? - CORRECT ANSWER Identify hazards/change in the roadway
We look where we go
What does lifting or pressing on the shift lever accomplish? - CORRECT ANSWER Up= up gear
down = down gear
Which brake provides more stopping power? How much does it provide? - CORRECT ANSWER front brake, 70%
How should you release the clutch when downshifting? - CORRECT ANSWER Ease it out, you don't want to lock the back tire
How to improve visibility to other traffic: - CORRECT ANSWER Bright clothing/helmet
Reflective materials
Move around within the lane
Flash your break lights, use your headlight
Honk your horn
What is the 20-second visual lead? - CORRECT ANSWER Scanning far enough down the road that you can count 20 seconds before reaching that spot
Scanning should be ____ and _____. - CORRECT ANSWER agressive / purposeful
Recommended minimum following distance - CORRECT ANSWER 2 seconds
When choosing a lane position: - CORRECT ANSWER Protecting your lane/moving around it
Space cushion
Escape route
If there is in front of you, don't drive directly behind them (they can drive over a tire in the road, you can't)
What does SIPDE mean? - CORRECT ANSWER Search, Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute (Mental tool to identify hazards well in advance)
Where do most multi-vehicle collisions occur? - CORRECT ANSWER Intersections
What is a head check? - CORRECT ANSWER looking over your shoulder (don't rely on mirrors)
To reduce reaction time in hazardous situations: - CORRECT ANSWER Cover your clutch and your break
How to know you are overriding your headlight: - CORRECT ANSWER if you are surprised by hazards more often
What is the leading cause of single vehicle interactions? - CORRECT ANSWER Running wide
(Not looking far enough through the curve
Going too fast
Not counter steering enough
Don't slow down!! Push more on the inside handgrip and maintain your speed)
At what point should you turn toward the apex? - CORRECT ANSWER When you can see your exit
How to link turns smoothly? - CORRECT ANSWER Adjust exit of first turn to set up for second turn
When should you turn your head for cornering? - CORRECT ANSWER Before the curve begins
Key to a front brake stop in a straight line: - CORRECT ANSWER smooth, increasing pressure
Rear brake quickly? - CORRECT ANSWER Lighter pressure
Quickest way to stop in a curve? - CORRECT ANSWER Straighten-then-brake technique
When braking in a lean, remember that you have... - CORRECT ANSWER less traction, consuming traction in lean and braking, so be gentle and gradual with the break
What is counter steering? - CORRECT ANSWER Push your handlebar right to go right, visa versa
What to avoid while swerving? - CORRECT ANSWER braking
When swerving, look toward... - CORRECT ANSWER toward the escape route (not toward the thing you are trying to swerve away from)
Where approach angle when crossing obstacles? - CORRECT ANSWER Minimum 45 degrees
Indicators of changes in road - CORRECT ANSWER change in color and texture
How do you ride across low traction surfaces? - CORRECT ANSWER Avoid abrupt changes in speed, less lean (reduce your consumers of traction)
What do you do if you see a deer? - CORRECT ANSWER Slow down! Then assess the situation further
What should you do if you suspect your side stand will sink? - CORRECT ANSWER Put something flat underneath the side stand
Daily events affect... - CORRECT ANSWER Rider Readiness because they are distracting
___% of fatalities are alcohol related - CORRECT ANSWER 29
Ways to intervene to prevent a friend from riding under the influence - CORRECT ANSWER Fake shots of water, steal their keys, arrange a ride home [Show Less]