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Basic Rider Course Questions and Correct
Answers
Riding a motorcycle on the street is not for everyone because Ans:
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 Ans: False
A good next step after course completion is to: Ans: Practice the
basics on your personal motorcycle
You may opt out of the course if you become uncomfortable or
feel unsafe Ans: True
The primary mental skills needed for riding a motorcycle are Ans:
Information processing and decision -making
The only physical skill needed to ride a motorcycle is balance Ans:
False
A rider-coach may counsel out riders who become too much of a
risk to themselves or others Ans: True
Which of the following descriptions apply to standard-type
motorcycles? Ans: Straight-up seating position
Which of the following describes cruiser-type motorcycles? Ans:
"Classic" Styling
Which type of motorcycle features rear-positioned footrests, high
power-to-weight ratio, and a forward leaning ride? Ans: Sport
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Touring-style motorcycles are designed primarily for riders who
enjoy both highway and non-highway riding Ans: False
Which of the following motorcycle types is designed for riders
focused on long distance riding? Ans: Touring
Sport-type motorcycles typically feature a higher than average
power to weight ratio. Ans: True
Because scooters have small engines, wearing a helmet is of little
value Ans: False
All states use the same definitions, regulations, and requirements
for motorcycles Ans: False
The throttle is operated Ans: By twisting the right handgrip
The clutch lever is operated by Ans: Squeezing a lever with the left
hand
The control operated by the right hand is the Ans: Front brake
lever
The shift lever is operated by the left foot Ans: True
The front brake lever is operated by the right foot Ans: False
The control operated by the right foot is the shift lever Ans: False
The choke is used to Ans: Enrich the fuel mixture to start a cold
engine
The engine cutoff switch Ans: Allows a rider to stop the engine
while still holding the handgrip
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Basic Rider Course Questions and Correct
Answers
Riding a motorcycle on the street is not for everyone because Ans:
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 Ans: False
A good next step after course completion is to: Ans: Practice the
basics on your personal motorcycle
You may opt out of the course if you become uncomfortable or
feel unsafe Ans: True
The primary mental skills needed for riding a motorcycle are Ans:
Information processing and decision -making
The only physical skill needed to ride a motorcycle is balance Ans:
False
A rider-coach may counsel out riders who become too much of a
risk to themselves or others Ans: True
Which of the following descriptions apply to standard-type
motorcycles? Ans: Straight-up seating position
Which of the following describes cruiser-type motorcycles? Ans:
"Classic" Styling
Which type of motorcycle features rear-positioned footrests, high
power-to-weight ratio, and a forward leaning ride? Ans: Sport
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Touring-style motorcycles are designed primarily for riders who
enjoy both highway and non-highway riding Ans: False
Which of the following motorcycle types is designed for riders
focused on long distance riding? Ans: Touring
Sport-type motorcycles typically feature a higher than average
power to weight ratio. Ans: True
Because scooters have small engines, wearing a helmet is of little
value Ans: False
All states use the same definitions, regulations, and requirements
for motorcycles Ans: False
The throttle is operated Ans: By twisting the right handgrip
The clutch lever is operated by Ans: Squeezing a lever with the left
hand
The control operated by the right hand is the Ans: Front brake
lever
The shift lever is operated by the left foot Ans: True
The front brake lever is operated by the right foot Ans: False
The control operated by the right foot is the shift lever Ans: False
The choke is used to Ans: Enrich the fuel mixture to start a cold
engine
The engine cutoff switch Ans: Allows a rider to stop the engine
while still holding the handgrip
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