CA DMV Motorcycle Written test Flashcards

CA DMV Motorcycle Written test Flashcards When riding with a passenger you shouldstart slowing sooner The driver turning left in the picture is not stopping. Your best option for avoiding a collision is Slowing down and turningawayfrom the vehicle In the picture the rider in the most dangerous position isRider B at intersections, the most common cause of motorcycle/vehicle collisions are drivers entering a riders right of way when you ride over a pothole it is usually best tolook straight ahead and rise slightly off the seat you plan to make a right turn after stopping at an intersection usually it is best to turn from which position of the lane.the center portion when the front tire goes flat while riding apply the rear brake and steer to the edge of the road when you carry a passengerit will take longer to accelerate and brake not turning off a turn signalencourages other drivers to pull into your path To create more space in the picture you should adjust your speed and stay in the center of the lane To discourage other riders from sharing your lane it is best to ride in the center portion if your lane when the front tire goes flatthe steering will feel heavy In the picture, riders A B and C are riding as a group. To pass, rider B should Return to the right portion of the lane behind rider A When you turnLook through the turn to where you want to go In the picture below the car driver is signaling for a left turn.you should slow down and move away from the approaching vehicle Your motorcycle has two brakes, use both brakes every time you slow or stop When adjusting your mirrors to carry a passenger the

passenger should:

sit on the seat with you When riding where sand and gravel have collected on paved roads, you should avoid sudden changes in speed or direction To make good judgements in traffic you need to firstsearch ahead Before changing lanes to the leftCheck left mirror and look to the left While in a turn it is best tomaintain your speed or gradually accelerate In the picture the car driver is preparing to enter the intersection; to be seen and maintain a space cushion you should slow down and move away from the vehicle after entering the intersection Riding in the center portion of the lane keeps others from sharing your lane to reduce speed before turningclose the throttle and apply both brakes riders in a staggered formation will be passing a car, After the lead rider passes he/she should return to the left portion of the lane to operate the throttlestart with your wrist flat Before changing lanes to the left as pictured belowcheck your left mirror and turn your head to the left To make a normal stop, useboth brakes and downshift

When carrying loadskeep the load low and as far forward as possible to avoid causing a rear end collision when following another vehicle stay at least 2 seconds behind in the picture the light most likely to make the car notice you is the turn signal for higher speed turns you shouldlean more than you would at low speed If you lock the front tire while stopping release and reapply the front brake wearing a helmet can reduce the chance of a fatal head injury Any crash, regardless of speed When swerving it is important toseparate braking from swerving When you ride at nightwear reflective clothing while riding in an unfamiliar motorcycle allow extra room for stopping Following closely to a vehicle in front of you is a factor in collisions caused by motorcycles wearing a helmet willreduce your chances of a head injury Which statement is correctPress left, lean left, go left Vehicle motorcycle collisions are most common at Intersections Alcohol enters the bloodstream and quickly reaches the brain; which is affected first?judgement Most collisions involve riders whooverbrake the rear tire in slow tight turnslean your motorcycle only and keep your body straight Make a special point to use mirrors when slowing or stopping When you are being followed too closely it is best toDrop back farther from the vehicle ahead in this picture you are passing parked cars; the greatest danger to you is a car pulling out