Why is motorcycling considered serious fun? correct answers Serious because there is risk
involved, fun because riding a motorcycle is a joy.
Learning to ride well requires what physical traits? correct answers Be healthy, have fitness,
strength, and coordination.
What do RiderCoaches do? correct answers They are here to guide me.
What are the four requirements for successful course completion? correct answers 1. Complete
all course assignments. 2. Attend all sessions fully. 3. Pass a knowledge test. 4. Pass an on-
motorcycle skill test.
When does a RiderCoach not permit further riding in the course? correct answers If you have a
lot of difficulty, or become a danger to yourself and/or others.
What are the three basic motorcycle types? correct answers Street, Dual-Purpose, Off-Highway
What motorcycle type will you likely ride? Why? correct answers I will likely ride a street
motorcycle and use it for transportation.
What are the six primary motorcycle controls? correct answers Clutch, handle bars, front brake
lever, throttle, gearshift lever, rear brake pedal.
How do you operate a motorcycles throttle? correct answers To increase engine speed, twist
towards you. To decrease engine speed, twist away.
What does the clutch lever do? correct answers It connects power from the engine to the rear
wheel. Squeeze it in to disconnect the power and ease it out to connect.
,How is the gearshift lever operated? correct answers Lift up firmly and release for a higher gear,
press down firmly and release for a lower gear.
What is a shift pattern? correct answers ?
How are the two brake controls operated? correct answers Front brake is squeezed rear brake is
pressed down.
What are possible positions on the fuel valve? correct answers On, reserve, prime, off.
What are possible positions on the ignition switch? correct answers On, off, lock, and sometimes
park.
What is the choke control used for? correct answers It provides an enriched fuel mixture to help
start a cold engine.
Why does a motorcycle have an engine cut-off switch? correct answers It allows you to shut off
the engine without removing your hand from the grip.
What are some common indicators that display information? correct answers Speedometer,
odometer, tachometer.
What is important to know about a convex mirror? correct answers They provide a wider view
but make objects look farther away.
What is the difference between a side stand and a center stand? correct answers A side stand
supports a motorcycle when parked, a center stand makes the motorcycle upright and raises the
rear tire for maintenance.
, Complete the Controls Quiz on page 7 and check your answers correct answers Just google a
picture of motorcycle controls and study it.
List the five steps of the engine pre-start routine. correct answers FINE-C; Fuel, Ignition,
Neutral, Engine cut-off switch, Choke/Clutch.
What are the three steps to follow when shutting off the engine? correct answers 1. Turn the
engine cut-off switch to off with your right thumb. 2. Turn the ignition switch to off. 3. Turn the
fuel supply valve to off.
What is the friction zone? correct answers A small area of travel in the clutch lever that controls
connection the engine to the rear wheel.
What does squeezing the clutch lever do? correct answers Removes power from the rear wheel.
What must you do if you start to lose control of the motorcycle? correct answers Squeeze in the
clutch firmly and use the brakes as needed.
What is the position of the right wrist for good riding posture? correct answers Fingers around
the throttle with a flat wrist.
What are the other elements of proper riding posture? correct answers Keep your back straight,
head and eyes up, feet on footrests near the controls.
How do you initiate motorcycle lean at speeds higher than walking speed? correct answers Lean
the motorcycle and turn the handlebars in the direction you want to go.
What are the four action steps for making a basic turn? correct answers Slow, Look, Press and
Roll.