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Three (3) types of motorcycles, primary use for each, and distinguishing characteristics (Q. 1, 2)
correct answers Street, dual-purpose and off-road. Street motorcycles are designed for use on
public streets and highways. They have all the equipment for safe and enjoyable street operation.
Dual-purpose motorcycles are equipped for use on the street and off-road trails. Off-road
motorcycles are not street-legal, and are typically used for recreational or competitive use.
Two primary differences between cars/trucks and motorcycles (Q. 4 - bold) correct answers
Stability, vulnerability (and not readily seen).
What are the problems caused by the differences between cars/trucks and motorcycles? (Q. 5 -
bold) correct answers Motorcycles do not have the stability of cars because they must be
balanced, and motorcycles leave you more vulnerable in a crash because there is less protection.
Motorcycles are not as readily seen as cars, trucks, or other motor vehicles because of their size.
Part of being responsible means to give a lot of thought to what? (Q. 11 - bold) correct answers
the consequences of your riding behavior in traffic; the result of your decisions and actions;
developing good skills and judgment
What is the primary cause of motorcycle crashes? (Q. 12 - BOLD) correct answers there is rarely
a single cause; possible factors: speeding, inattention, distraction, drinking, or carelessness.
How does a rider reduce factors that lead to crashes? (Q. 16 - BOLD) correct answers by
applying a strategy
What does it mean to have a margin of safety? (Q. 17 - BOLD) correct answers consideration for
the "margin for error," or how much extra time and space you need given your skill level
What is SEE, and what does each letter stand for? (Q. 18 - BOLD) correct answers a powerful
strategy - Search, Evaluate, Execute
, Name several purposes of protective riding gear. (Q. 19 - bold) correct answers providing
comfort, increasing visibility, and offering protection
What's the difference between a full-face and three-quarter-coverage helmet? (Q. 24 - BOLD)
correct answers A full-face helmet gives the most protection since it covers all of the head and
face. A three-quarter helmet doesn't offer the face and chin protection of the full-face helmets.
Why aren't ordinary glasses or sunglasses sufficient eye protection? (Q. 25 - BOLD) correct
answers because they can shatter or fly off, and they allow wind and airborne objects to reach the
eyes.
What stickers are likely to indicate a well-made helmet? (Q. 26 - BOLD) correct answers the
DOT sticker, Snell Memorial Foundation sticker
What type of injury accounts for the majority of motorcycle deaths? (Q. 27 - BOLD) correct
answers head injuries
What is the value of appropriate footwear? (Q. 29 - Bold) correct answers Sturdy over-the-ankle
boots help protect riders from riding hazards, they prevent burns from hot exhaust pipes, provide
a strong grip on the pavement, help keep feet on the footrests, and can provide some protection
against foot and ankle injuries.
What is the value of motorcycle specific clothing? (Q. 31 - bold) correct answers they provide
the best combination of fit and protection
Define "hypothermia" and provide an example. (Q. 33 - BOLD) correct answers a condition of
subnormal body temperature; a chilling effect experienced by a motorcyclist on a chilly day (50
degrees) riding at a speed of 30 mph
What is the value of dressing in layers? (Q. 34 - BOLD) correct answers so that layers can be
removed as desired, to help body heat form a warm insulation, to prevent cold air from reaching
the skin
Three (3) types of motorcycles, primary use for each, and distinguishing characteristics (Q. 1, 2)
correct answers Street, dual-purpose and off-road. Street motorcycles are designed for use on
public streets and highways. They have all the equipment for safe and enjoyable street operation.
Dual-purpose motorcycles are equipped for use on the street and off-road trails. Off-road
motorcycles are not street-legal, and are typically used for recreational or competitive use.
Two primary differences between cars/trucks and motorcycles (Q. 4 - bold) correct answers
Stability, vulnerability (and not readily seen).
What are the problems caused by the differences between cars/trucks and motorcycles? (Q. 5 -
bold) correct answers Motorcycles do not have the stability of cars because they must be
balanced, and motorcycles leave you more vulnerable in a crash because there is less protection.
Motorcycles are not as readily seen as cars, trucks, or other motor vehicles because of their size.
Part of being responsible means to give a lot of thought to what? (Q. 11 - bold) correct answers
the consequences of your riding behavior in traffic; the result of your decisions and actions;
developing good skills and judgment
What is the primary cause of motorcycle crashes? (Q. 12 - BOLD) correct answers there is rarely
a single cause; possible factors: speeding, inattention, distraction, drinking, or carelessness.
How does a rider reduce factors that lead to crashes? (Q. 16 - BOLD) correct answers by
applying a strategy
What does it mean to have a margin of safety? (Q. 17 - BOLD) correct answers consideration for
the "margin for error," or how much extra time and space you need given your skill level
What is SEE, and what does each letter stand for? (Q. 18 - BOLD) correct answers a powerful
strategy - Search, Evaluate, Execute
, Name several purposes of protective riding gear. (Q. 19 - bold) correct answers providing
comfort, increasing visibility, and offering protection
What's the difference between a full-face and three-quarter-coverage helmet? (Q. 24 - BOLD)
correct answers A full-face helmet gives the most protection since it covers all of the head and
face. A three-quarter helmet doesn't offer the face and chin protection of the full-face helmets.
Why aren't ordinary glasses or sunglasses sufficient eye protection? (Q. 25 - BOLD) correct
answers because they can shatter or fly off, and they allow wind and airborne objects to reach the
eyes.
What stickers are likely to indicate a well-made helmet? (Q. 26 - BOLD) correct answers the
DOT sticker, Snell Memorial Foundation sticker
What type of injury accounts for the majority of motorcycle deaths? (Q. 27 - BOLD) correct
answers head injuries
What is the value of appropriate footwear? (Q. 29 - Bold) correct answers Sturdy over-the-ankle
boots help protect riders from riding hazards, they prevent burns from hot exhaust pipes, provide
a strong grip on the pavement, help keep feet on the footrests, and can provide some protection
against foot and ankle injuries.
What is the value of motorcycle specific clothing? (Q. 31 - bold) correct answers they provide
the best combination of fit and protection
Define "hypothermia" and provide an example. (Q. 33 - BOLD) correct answers a condition of
subnormal body temperature; a chilling effect experienced by a motorcyclist on a chilly day (50
degrees) riding at a speed of 30 mph
What is the value of dressing in layers? (Q. 34 - BOLD) correct answers so that layers can be
removed as desired, to help body heat form a warm insulation, to prevent cold air from reaching
the skin
