MSF Basic Rider Course 2026/2027 (5pages)

name 2 primary differences b/t cars/trucks & motorcycle. - Correct Answer- motorcycle doesnt have stability and balance like cars. problems that those differences causes - Correct Answer- less protection, not readily seen due to size of MC. part of being responsible means to give a lot of thought to what? - Correct Answer- think of consequences before riding in traffic. what is the primary cause of MC crashes? - Correct Answer- multiple factors, rarely a single cause. how does the handbook define a "good mororcyclists"? - Correct Answer- have the desire and motivation to choose to reduce risk while riding. how does a rider reduce factors that lead to crashes? - Correct Answer- applying a STRATEGY. responsible riding; think before acting, consider consequences of actions. what is SEE, means? - Correct Answer- strategy of MSF to help understand what's going on in traffic, constantly planning ahead. Search, Evaluate, Execute. several purposes of protective riding gears. - Correct Answer- comfort, increasing visability, & offering protection. difference b/t a full face & 3/4th coverage helment? - Correct Answer- 3/4th doesn't offer face and chin protection. why arent ordinary (sun)glasses sufficient eye protection? - Correct Answer- can shatter, fly off, or allow wind/ airborne object to reach eyes. what stickers are likely to undicate a well-made helmet? - Correct Answer- DOT, or snell memorial foundation. what type of injury accounts for the majority of MC deaths? - Correct Answer- head injuries what is the vaule of appropriate footwear? - Correct Answer- from variety of riding hazards, protection against foot & ankle injuries. what is the value of MC specific clothing? - Correct Answer- for fit & protection define "hypothermia"/ ie - Correct Answer- a condition of subnormal body temperature, can cause loss of concentration, slowed reactions, loss of smooth precise muscle movement. value of dressing in layers - Correct Answer- form warm insulation T-CLOCS? means? - Correct Answer- preride inspection. T-tires & wheels, C-controls, L-lights & electrics, O-oil & fluids, C-chassis, S-stands what are the primary MC controls? - Correct Answer- throttle, clutch lever, gearshift lever, front brake lever, rear brake pedal. what is the most common way to initiate & control motorcycle lean (for turns)? - Correct Answer- handlebars "shift patterns"? - Correct Answer- 1-N-2-3-4-5 where are the brake controls found? - Correct Answer- front lever, & rear pedal (right). what does the fuel valve do? - Correct Answer- control flow of gas to engine. function of tachometer? - Correct Answer- indicate engine speed. common indicator lights? - Correct Answer- neutral, high beam, turn signal, oil pressure, side stand down, etc. steps in starting engine? - Correct Answer- FINE-C. Fuel, Ignition, Neutral, Engine cutoff switch, & Choke/Clutch friction zone? - Correct Answer- begins where the clutch starts to transmit power to the rear wheel & ends before clutch becomes fully engaged. describe good riding posture. - Correct Answer- back straight, eyes up, feet on footrests, knees & elbows in, arms relaxed/ bent, wrist flat. (4 fingers on throttle) 4 steps in turning. - Correct Answer- Slow, Look, Press, Roll. when is the counterweight technique used? - Correct Answer- for slow, tight-turns (u turn in parking lot). why do you change gears? - Correct Answer- to match engine speed w/ road speed. 3 part shift process? - Correct Answer- 1) roll off throttle, squeeze clutch. 2) lift shift lever firmer as far as it will go. 3) ease clutch