CMSP REVIEW
Give 3 reasons why motorcycle is more risky than driving - answer- Vulnerability. No
sheet metal cage around you for protection
- Visibility. Harder to be seen by other drivers
- Judgement is much more critical
What is Rider Readiness? - answer Understanding the challenges of motorcycling and
riding within your abilities
What are 6 important parts of Rider Readiness? - answer1. Mental Readiness - Being
focused and attentive
2. Physical Readiness - Ride rested and avoid riding fatigued, stressed, or preoccupied
3. Proper Riding Gear - Keeps you comfortable which helps you focus on riding safely
4. Understanding Your Abilities and Limitations - Ride within your skill level
5. Know Your Motorcycle - Understand the design limitations of your motorcycle
6. Awareness Of Riding Conditions.
What is the benefit of wearing apparel specifically designed for motorcycling? - answer
Fully squeeze clutch to cutoff power to rear wheel. Ease out slowly and roll on throttle to
gradually get bike moving.
(Friction zone: area of clutch travel where the engine's power begins to transmit to rear
wheel)
What does it mean to accept your responsibility? - answerAccepting the fact that you
must ride within your limits and manage risks while riding
How does riding gear make a rider more comfortable? - answerThe gear is designed for
specific riding conditions. (Rain, wind, flying debris)
What is the difference between retro-reflective and reflective? - answerRetro-reflective
material reflects light back to the source and illuminates the rider. Reflective material
reflects light away from the source.
Why aren't ordinary glasses or sunglasses sufficient eye protection? - answerThey are
not shatter resistant and do not provide enough coverage.
What are 3 things you should consider when shopping for riding gear? - answerBright
colors, retro reflective, protective pads/armor
What is the purpose of the engine cutoff switch and where is it located? - answerShuts
off the engine without you having to remove hands from hand grips. Located on right
handgrip.
, How do you use the friction zone? - answerFully squeeze clutch to cutoff power to rear
wheel. Ease out slowly and roll on throttle to gradually get bike moving.
(Friction zone: area of clutch travel where the engine's power begins to transmit to rear
wheel)
Body position for turning? - answerInside - 15mph +
Outside - slow turns
How should you release the clutch when downshifting? - answerSmoothly
What is the recommended following distance? - answer2 seconds
What is a head check? - answerLooking over your shoulder to check blind spot
What are the leading causes of single-vehicle crashes? - answerIncorrectly negotiating
turns
When should you turn your head for cornering? - answerThroughout the entire turn
What is the quickest way to stop in a curve? - answerStraighten bike first before
applying maximum straight-line braking
Or..
(braking in a lean) Gradually square handle-bars and increase brake pressure until bike
stops.
What should you do if you come upon deer alongside the roadway? - answerSlow down
to walking speed if possible.
3 Examples of impairment - answerFatigue, hunger, drunkenness
When should you consider carrying a passenger? - answerWhen you have enough
riding experience and are comfortable handling your bike.
What instructions do you give your passenger and when? - answerWait for approval
when mounting and dismounting, hold onto the hips or waist, both feet on pegs at all
times, keep hands and feet away from moving and hot parts, look over rider's shoulder
in the direction of turns, avoid sudden moves. Give instructions before the ride.
What is the primary cause of tire failure? - answerUnder inflation
How can you be prepared for long-distance riding? - answerInspect tires, bring layers of
clothing, first aid kit, tools for maintenance/repair, have a tire repair/inflation kit.
Give 3 reasons why motorcycle is more risky than driving - answer- Vulnerability. No
sheet metal cage around you for protection
- Visibility. Harder to be seen by other drivers
- Judgement is much more critical
What is Rider Readiness? - answer Understanding the challenges of motorcycling and
riding within your abilities
What are 6 important parts of Rider Readiness? - answer1. Mental Readiness - Being
focused and attentive
2. Physical Readiness - Ride rested and avoid riding fatigued, stressed, or preoccupied
3. Proper Riding Gear - Keeps you comfortable which helps you focus on riding safely
4. Understanding Your Abilities and Limitations - Ride within your skill level
5. Know Your Motorcycle - Understand the design limitations of your motorcycle
6. Awareness Of Riding Conditions.
What is the benefit of wearing apparel specifically designed for motorcycling? - answer
Fully squeeze clutch to cutoff power to rear wheel. Ease out slowly and roll on throttle to
gradually get bike moving.
(Friction zone: area of clutch travel where the engine's power begins to transmit to rear
wheel)
What does it mean to accept your responsibility? - answerAccepting the fact that you
must ride within your limits and manage risks while riding
How does riding gear make a rider more comfortable? - answerThe gear is designed for
specific riding conditions. (Rain, wind, flying debris)
What is the difference between retro-reflective and reflective? - answerRetro-reflective
material reflects light back to the source and illuminates the rider. Reflective material
reflects light away from the source.
Why aren't ordinary glasses or sunglasses sufficient eye protection? - answerThey are
not shatter resistant and do not provide enough coverage.
What are 3 things you should consider when shopping for riding gear? - answerBright
colors, retro reflective, protective pads/armor
What is the purpose of the engine cutoff switch and where is it located? - answerShuts
off the engine without you having to remove hands from hand grips. Located on right
handgrip.
, How do you use the friction zone? - answerFully squeeze clutch to cutoff power to rear
wheel. Ease out slowly and roll on throttle to gradually get bike moving.
(Friction zone: area of clutch travel where the engine's power begins to transmit to rear
wheel)
Body position for turning? - answerInside - 15mph +
Outside - slow turns
How should you release the clutch when downshifting? - answerSmoothly
What is the recommended following distance? - answer2 seconds
What is a head check? - answerLooking over your shoulder to check blind spot
What are the leading causes of single-vehicle crashes? - answerIncorrectly negotiating
turns
When should you turn your head for cornering? - answerThroughout the entire turn
What is the quickest way to stop in a curve? - answerStraighten bike first before
applying maximum straight-line braking
Or..
(braking in a lean) Gradually square handle-bars and increase brake pressure until bike
stops.
What should you do if you come upon deer alongside the roadway? - answerSlow down
to walking speed if possible.
3 Examples of impairment - answerFatigue, hunger, drunkenness
When should you consider carrying a passenger? - answerWhen you have enough
riding experience and are comfortable handling your bike.
What instructions do you give your passenger and when? - answerWait for approval
when mounting and dismounting, hold onto the hips or waist, both feet on pegs at all
times, keep hands and feet away from moving and hot parts, look over rider's shoulder
in the direction of turns, avoid sudden moves. Give instructions before the ride.
What is the primary cause of tire failure? - answerUnder inflation
How can you be prepared for long-distance riding? - answerInspect tires, bring layers of
clothing, first aid kit, tools for maintenance/repair, have a tire repair/inflation kit.
