MSF Basic Rider Course Exam Answered
Learning to ride is risky because correct answers a mistake could lead to a fall and injury.
Riding a motorcycle on the street is not for everyone because: correct answers Some people have
difficulty managing risk.
A benefit of successful course completion is that, once licensed, you are assured of never
crashing on the street. True or False? correct answers False
A good next step after course completion is to: correct answers Practice the basics on your
personal motorcycle.
The one physical skill needed to ride a motorcycle is balance. True or False? correct answers
False
The primary mental skills needed for riding a motorcycle are: correct answers Information
processing and decision-making
You may opt out of the course if you become uncomfortable or feel unsafe. True or False?
correct answers True
A RiderCoach may counsel out riders who become too much of a risk to themselves or others.
True or False? correct answers True
Which of the following descriptions apply to Standard-type motorcycles? correct answers
Straight-up seating position
Which type of motorcycle features rear-positioned footrests, high power-to-weight ratio, and a
forward leaning ride? correct answers Sport
, Sport-type motorcycles typically feature a higher than average power-to-weight ratio. True or
False? correct answers True
Which of the following motorcycle types is designed for riders focused on long-distance riding?
correct answers Touring
Touring-style motorcycles are designed primarily for riders who enjoy both highway and non-
highway riding. True or False? correct answers False
Because scooters have small engines, wearing a helmet is of little value. True or False? correct
answers False
All states use the same definitions, regulations, and requirements for motorcycles. True or False?
correct answers False
The throttle is operated: correct answers By twisting the right handgrip.
The clutch lever is operated by: correct answers Squeezing a lever with the left hand.
The front brake lever is operated by the RIGHT foot. True or False? correct answers False
The shift lever is operated by the LEFT foot lever. True or False? correct answers True
The control operated by the RIGHT hand is the: correct answers Front Brake lever.
The control operated by the RIGHT foot is the shift lever. True or False? correct answers False
The choke is used to: correct answers Enrich the fuel mixture to start a cold engine.
Learning to ride is risky because correct answers a mistake could lead to a fall and injury.
Riding a motorcycle on the street is not for everyone because: correct answers Some people have
difficulty managing risk.
A benefit of successful course completion is that, once licensed, you are assured of never
crashing on the street. True or False? correct answers False
A good next step after course completion is to: correct answers Practice the basics on your
personal motorcycle.
The one physical skill needed to ride a motorcycle is balance. True or False? correct answers
False
The primary mental skills needed for riding a motorcycle are: correct answers Information
processing and decision-making
You may opt out of the course if you become uncomfortable or feel unsafe. True or False?
correct answers True
A RiderCoach may counsel out riders who become too much of a risk to themselves or others.
True or False? correct answers True
Which of the following descriptions apply to Standard-type motorcycles? correct answers
Straight-up seating position
Which type of motorcycle features rear-positioned footrests, high power-to-weight ratio, and a
forward leaning ride? correct answers Sport
, Sport-type motorcycles typically feature a higher than average power-to-weight ratio. True or
False? correct answers True
Which of the following motorcycle types is designed for riders focused on long-distance riding?
correct answers Touring
Touring-style motorcycles are designed primarily for riders who enjoy both highway and non-
highway riding. True or False? correct answers False
Because scooters have small engines, wearing a helmet is of little value. True or False? correct
answers False
All states use the same definitions, regulations, and requirements for motorcycles. True or False?
correct answers False
The throttle is operated: correct answers By twisting the right handgrip.
The clutch lever is operated by: correct answers Squeezing a lever with the left hand.
The front brake lever is operated by the RIGHT foot. True or False? correct answers False
The shift lever is operated by the LEFT foot lever. True or False? correct answers True
The control operated by the RIGHT hand is the: correct answers Front Brake lever.
The control operated by the RIGHT foot is the shift lever. True or False? correct answers False
The choke is used to: correct answers Enrich the fuel mixture to start a cold engine.
