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California Motorcycle Safety Program Test
Questions With Correct Answers
Give five reasons why motorcycling is more risky than driving a car.-correct-
answer-1. More vulnerable
2. Maneuvers are more dangerous
3. Have to balance.
4. Skids and spins
5. Exposed to wind and rain
What does it mean to "accept your responsibility"?-correct-answer-Choose to ride
within your limits every single time
What five items make up Rider Readiness?-correct-answer-1. Mentally readiness
(focused unimpaired distraction free)
2. Physical Readiness (rested, healthy, free of stress/impairements)
3. Proper riding gear
4. Understanding your abilities and limitations
5. Knowledge of the riding conditions (road and weather etc.)
6. Motorcycle in good condition and awareness of your motorcycles capabilities
and limitations
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What are the three benefits of wearing apparel specifically designed for
motorcycling?-correct-answer-Improves
-Comfort
-Concentration
-Safety
What is the difference between retro-reflective and reflective?-correct-answer--
Retro reflective reflects the light back to the source.
-Reflective can reflect in any direction.
Why aren't ordinary glasses or sunglasses sufficient eye protection?-correct-
answer--Not impact resistant (not shatter proof)
-Not secured
What three items should you consider when shopping for riding gear?-correct-
answer-Increases:
-Comfort
-Protection
-Visibility
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Where do you find the recommended maintenance schedule for your
motorcycle?-correct-answer-Motorcycle Owners Manual (MOM)
What are the five primary controls and where is each located?-correct-answer--
Throttle
-Clutch lever
-Gearshift lever
-Front brake lever
-Rear brake pedal
What is the purpose of the engine cut-off switch and where is it located?-correct-
answer--Shuts off engine.
-Right handgrip.
What must you remember when using your motorcycle turn signal?-correct-
answer--Does not self cancel
What is ONE-C?-correct-answer-It's how you start your motorcycle:
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-O - ignition/fuel turn ON
-N - Neutral
-E - Engine cut-off switch to on
-C - Clutch pull in and press starter button
How do you use the friction zone?-correct-answer-Uses minor clutch slipping to
ease power to wheels - SMOOTHLY let the clutch out until you feel power start to
deliver to the rear wheels and ease on the gas as you smoothly let the clutch slip
out the rest of the way
Describe three components of good riding posture.-correct-answer--Sitting up
-Relaxed
-Neutral
What are the four steps to turning?-correct-answer-1) Speed, Position, Aim, Steer
(Course)
2) Slow, look, press, roll (DMV)
Why is the "aim" step important?-correct-answer-Because your likely to ride
where you look and aim.
California Motorcycle Safety Program Test
Questions With Correct Answers
Give five reasons why motorcycling is more risky than driving a car.-correct-
answer-1. More vulnerable
2. Maneuvers are more dangerous
3. Have to balance.
4. Skids and spins
5. Exposed to wind and rain
What does it mean to "accept your responsibility"?-correct-answer-Choose to ride
within your limits every single time
What five items make up Rider Readiness?-correct-answer-1. Mentally readiness
(focused unimpaired distraction free)
2. Physical Readiness (rested, healthy, free of stress/impairements)
3. Proper riding gear
4. Understanding your abilities and limitations
5. Knowledge of the riding conditions (road and weather etc.)
6. Motorcycle in good condition and awareness of your motorcycles capabilities
and limitations
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What are the three benefits of wearing apparel specifically designed for
motorcycling?-correct-answer-Improves
-Comfort
-Concentration
-Safety
What is the difference between retro-reflective and reflective?-correct-answer--
Retro reflective reflects the light back to the source.
-Reflective can reflect in any direction.
Why aren't ordinary glasses or sunglasses sufficient eye protection?-correct-
answer--Not impact resistant (not shatter proof)
-Not secured
What three items should you consider when shopping for riding gear?-correct-
answer-Increases:
-Comfort
-Protection
-Visibility
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Where do you find the recommended maintenance schedule for your
motorcycle?-correct-answer-Motorcycle Owners Manual (MOM)
What are the five primary controls and where is each located?-correct-answer--
Throttle
-Clutch lever
-Gearshift lever
-Front brake lever
-Rear brake pedal
What is the purpose of the engine cut-off switch and where is it located?-correct-
answer--Shuts off engine.
-Right handgrip.
What must you remember when using your motorcycle turn signal?-correct-
answer--Does not self cancel
What is ONE-C?-correct-answer-It's how you start your motorcycle:
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-O - ignition/fuel turn ON
-N - Neutral
-E - Engine cut-off switch to on
-C - Clutch pull in and press starter button
How do you use the friction zone?-correct-answer-Uses minor clutch slipping to
ease power to wheels - SMOOTHLY let the clutch out until you feel power start to
deliver to the rear wheels and ease on the gas as you smoothly let the clutch slip
out the rest of the way
Describe three components of good riding posture.-correct-answer--Sitting up
-Relaxed
-Neutral
What are the four steps to turning?-correct-answer-1) Speed, Position, Aim, Steer
(Course)
2) Slow, look, press, roll (DMV)
Why is the "aim" step important?-correct-answer-Because your likely to ride
where you look and aim.
