alaska motorcycle test Flashcards

alaska motorcycle test Flashcards When riding behind a car, where should you position yourself for better visibility to the driver? A) Far side of the lane B) Close to the car's bumper C) Center portion of the lane Center portion of the lane When passing a car, what should you do to avoid the driver's blind spot? A) Slow down and stay behind the car.

• Speed up and get by quickly. C) Honk your horn to alert

the driver of your presence.Speed up and get by quickly.When is it best to change gears before entering a turn? A) It's always better to shift during the turn. B) Shifting during a turn is more efficient. C) It is best to change gears before entering the turn.It is best to change gears before entering the turn.What can help protect your face in a crash and from wind, dirt, and insects? A) Goggles B) Sunglasses C) A windshield Goggles Where should you keep the load when carrying cargo on a motorcycle? A) Pile loads against a sissy-bar or frame on the back of the seat B) Place the load over or behind the rear axle C) Keep the load low and forward, preferably in saddlebags Keep the load low and forward, preferably in saddlebags What should you do if your motorcycle's front tire goes flat while riding? A) Hit the brakes immediately to stop quickly

• Squeeze the clutch and coast to a stop C) Hold the

handlegrips firmly and try to keep a straight course Hold the handlegrips firmly and try to keep a straight course What should you do if someone is tailgating you? A) Speed up to lose them B) Change lanes and let them pass C) Slam on your brakes to scare them away Change lanes and let them pass What should you do if an object strikes your face while riding? A) Panic and stop the motorcycle immediately B) Keep your eyes on the road and hands on the handlebars

• Swerve to avoid other obstacles on the road

Keep your eyes on the road and hands on the handlebars What is the best way to avoid trouble while riding? A) Staring off into space to relax B) Looking far ahead and scanning the road C) Riding close to other vehicles for protection Looking far ahead and scanning the road What should you do if you need to leave the road to check your motorcycle or rest? A) Signal others by waving your hand B) Slow down gradually before turning off the road C) Speed up to leave the road quickly and safely Slow down gradually before turning off the road When passing parked cars, where should you position yourself in the lane? A) Towards the right side of the lane

• Towards the left side of the lane C) In the center of the

lane Towards the left side of the lane

What should you do if you get a flat tire while riding? A) Hold the handlegrips firmly and stay off the brakes B) Shift your weight toward the good wheel and brake C) Normally brake on the good wheel and pull off the road as soon as possible Normally brake on the good wheel and pull off the road as soon as possible What should you do to carry passengers safely on your motorcycle? A) Make sure the passenger sits at the back of the seat B) Provide a larger seat to accommodate both you and the passenger C) Ensure the passenger has their own set of handlegrips Provide a larger seat to accommodate both you and the passenger What should you do if you find something wrong with your motorcycle during your weekly checks? A) Wait for it to fix itself B) Fix it right away C) Ignore the issue and continue riding Fix it right away How should you handle mechanical problems with your motorcycle? A) Continue riding, and the problem may resolve itself B) Pull off the road, check the problem, and fix it before riding again C) Apply the brakes immediately to stop the motorcycle safely Pull off the road, check the problem, and fix it before riding again Why should you use turn signals even when your intentions are obvious? A) To indicate your intention to turn B) To flash your brake light C) To get the attention of other drivers To indicate your intention to turn How can you reduce your chances of skidding on slippery surfaces? A) Avoid using both brakes to maintain control B) Make sudden changes in speed and direction C) Slow down before getting to the slippery surface and avoid sudden moves Slow down before getting to the slippery surface and avoid sudden moves What should you do if you encounter patches of ice while riding? A) Speed up to maintain control on slippery surfaces B) Make sudden moves to maintain balance C) Keep your bike straight and proceed slowly Keep your bike straight and proceed slowly Why should you avoid swerving out of your lane to avoid hitting small animals? A) Swerving can cause a wobble and make the situation worse B) Hitting something small is less dangerous than hitting something big C) Small animals are more likely to move out of the way Hitting something small is less dangerous than hitting something big How often should you check your mirrors while riding? A) Every minute B) Every few seconds C) Only when changing lanes Every few seconds What is the best lane position on a wet road with a grease strip? A) The center portion of the lane B) The left tire track

• The right tire track

The left tire track When riding with a passenger, why should you start slowing down earlier when approaching a stop? A)

Passengers need more time to prepare for stops B) Passengers may get scared and ask you to slow down C) Your motorcycle will respond sluggishly with a passenger on board Your motorcycle will respond sluggishly with a passenger on board