MSF Assignment Exam Questions and
Answers
Note the total number of sections.
16
Which 4 sections of the Rider Handbook are not addressed in the MSF Basic e-course?
12-15
. Name the 2 turning strategies (one basic; one an overall strategy).
1 Basic (Slow, Look, Press, Roll), 2 Over All (Search, Setup, Smooth)
Note the example illustrating use of the wind chill chart
40 degrees @speed of 55mph has chilling effect on skin of 25 degrees. Frost bite in 30 min
Define rider character
Choice to be a safe responsible rider who does the right thing and rides within personal and
situational limits
In less than 50 words, explain risk offset.
The difference between risk you take and skill you possess
Good risk offset is when skill exceeds risk vs Bad risk offset is when risk exceeds skill
Does the good risk offset line angle up or down, or is it horizontal?
- up for better
Note the use of LP1, LP2, and LP3.
Varies considering what's going on ahead, behind and side to side. LP1 left portion: start position to
see and be seen, LP2 Center Portion or middle third: to help with hazards on both sides LP3 right
portion or right third of lane to avoid wind blast from on coming truck, see and be seen from
oncoming cars
What are the specific designations for the 3 visual lead times and distances?
2 second following time and distance, 4 second urgent time and distance, 12 second anticipation time
and distance
How many feet does it take to make an average real ‐world stop at 60 mph?
Perception/Reaction 135 ft, Braking 165 ft total 300 ft
List the 4 search categories.
1 Traffic controls & roadway design features 2 Roadway users, 3 Road surface conditions, 4 Escape
paths
List the 3 action steps of Execute.
Adjusting speed, adjusting position, Communicating intentions
, How many escape paths are there per the Rider Handbook?
3 Front, Left, Right
Define Presentation.
Use lane position where others are best able to see you.
Explain Open Up the View.
use a position to see and be seen in both directions without interfering with cross traffic or
pedestrians
How many curve options are there as noted in the Rider Handbook?
27 different options.
Note the tips for curves under the categories of Search, Evaluate, Execute, General. -
Search road signs, observe, speed limit, look ahead. Evaluate - risk and set entry speed into curve.
Execute - smooth steady use of controls. General - Stay in comfort Zone, ride in skill limits.
Define Road Furnitue.
Refers to all roadside objects
Name the title of the MSF Kit that addresses group riding.
Host an event (HAE) Share the adventure - Group Riding
21. What is notable about swerving in a curve (what requires more skill)?
Additional traction must be available and more lean angle needed
Develop an explanation of the section titled The Brake or Swerve Decision.
use of your search and evaluate any risk in front of you being prepared to swerve or brake in front of
you to avoid the hazard. Must know limits and skill.
Differentiate the use between the Level I Student Knowledge Test and the Level II Student Knowledge
Test.
Develop an explanation of which Rider Course you would recommend for BRC graduates and include
why.
Private lessons to sharpen skills, Brc 2 with personal Motorcycle to become familiar doing exercises
on own motorcycle, Dr Rays Street Strategies
Be sure to be able to define the terms in the glossary.
Pg 50 glossary
Review the 10 Activity Sheets in the back of the Rider Handbook and how they are used (per the
Classroom Lesson Plans).
pg 59 Activity sheets with lessons
Answers
Note the total number of sections.
16
Which 4 sections of the Rider Handbook are not addressed in the MSF Basic e-course?
12-15
. Name the 2 turning strategies (one basic; one an overall strategy).
1 Basic (Slow, Look, Press, Roll), 2 Over All (Search, Setup, Smooth)
Note the example illustrating use of the wind chill chart
40 degrees @speed of 55mph has chilling effect on skin of 25 degrees. Frost bite in 30 min
Define rider character
Choice to be a safe responsible rider who does the right thing and rides within personal and
situational limits
In less than 50 words, explain risk offset.
The difference between risk you take and skill you possess
Good risk offset is when skill exceeds risk vs Bad risk offset is when risk exceeds skill
Does the good risk offset line angle up or down, or is it horizontal?
- up for better
Note the use of LP1, LP2, and LP3.
Varies considering what's going on ahead, behind and side to side. LP1 left portion: start position to
see and be seen, LP2 Center Portion or middle third: to help with hazards on both sides LP3 right
portion or right third of lane to avoid wind blast from on coming truck, see and be seen from
oncoming cars
What are the specific designations for the 3 visual lead times and distances?
2 second following time and distance, 4 second urgent time and distance, 12 second anticipation time
and distance
How many feet does it take to make an average real ‐world stop at 60 mph?
Perception/Reaction 135 ft, Braking 165 ft total 300 ft
List the 4 search categories.
1 Traffic controls & roadway design features 2 Roadway users, 3 Road surface conditions, 4 Escape
paths
List the 3 action steps of Execute.
Adjusting speed, adjusting position, Communicating intentions
, How many escape paths are there per the Rider Handbook?
3 Front, Left, Right
Define Presentation.
Use lane position where others are best able to see you.
Explain Open Up the View.
use a position to see and be seen in both directions without interfering with cross traffic or
pedestrians
How many curve options are there as noted in the Rider Handbook?
27 different options.
Note the tips for curves under the categories of Search, Evaluate, Execute, General. -
Search road signs, observe, speed limit, look ahead. Evaluate - risk and set entry speed into curve.
Execute - smooth steady use of controls. General - Stay in comfort Zone, ride in skill limits.
Define Road Furnitue.
Refers to all roadside objects
Name the title of the MSF Kit that addresses group riding.
Host an event (HAE) Share the adventure - Group Riding
21. What is notable about swerving in a curve (what requires more skill)?
Additional traction must be available and more lean angle needed
Develop an explanation of the section titled The Brake or Swerve Decision.
use of your search and evaluate any risk in front of you being prepared to swerve or brake in front of
you to avoid the hazard. Must know limits and skill.
Differentiate the use between the Level I Student Knowledge Test and the Level II Student Knowledge
Test.
Develop an explanation of which Rider Course you would recommend for BRC graduates and include
why.
Private lessons to sharpen skills, Brc 2 with personal Motorcycle to become familiar doing exercises
on own motorcycle, Dr Rays Street Strategies
Be sure to be able to define the terms in the glossary.
Pg 50 glossary
Review the 10 Activity Sheets in the back of the Rider Handbook and how they are used (per the
Classroom Lesson Plans).
pg 59 Activity sheets with lessons
