MSF Basic Rider Course Study Questions & Answers
Name 2 primary differences between cars/trucks and motorcycles.(Ans- Stability and visibility.
What are the problems that these differences cause?(Ans- Motorcycles do not have the stability of cars because they must be balanced, and motorcycles leave you more vulnerable in a crash because there is less protection. Motorcycles are not as readily seen as cars, trucks, or other motor vehicles because of their size.
Part of being responsible means to give a lot of thought to what?(Ans- The consequences of your riding behavior in traffic.
What is the primary cause of motorcycle crashes?(Ans- There is rarely a single cause; most crashes involve many variable factors.
How does the Handbook define a "good motorcyclist"?(Ans- To have the desire and motivation to choose to reduce risk while riding.
How does a rider reduce factors that lead to crashes?(Ans- By applying a strategy.
What does it mean to have a margin of safety?(Ans- 1) staying within personal skill limits; 2) staying within your motorcycle's limits, especially its tire traction limits; 3) staying within the available time and space to respond to traffic situations before having to react to an emergency.
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What is SEE, and what does each letter stand for?(Ans- Search, Evaluate, Execute is the strategy to help you understand what is going on in traffic and to be constantly planning and implementing a course of action.
Name several purposes of protective riding gear.(Ans- Providing comfort, increasing visibility, and offering protection.
What's the difference between a full-face and three-quarter-coverage helmet?(Ans- The three-quarter helmet doesn't offer the face and chin protection of full-face helmets.
Why aren't ordinary glasses or sunglasses sufficient eye protection?(Ans- They may not seal out wind and dust that makes eyes water.
What stickers are likely to indicate a well-made helmet?(Ans- DOT and Snell stickers.
What type of injury accounts for the majority of motorcycle deaths?(Ans- Head injuries.
What is the value of appropriate footwear?(Ans- Protection from road hazards, burns from exhaust pipes, gripping pavement and footrests, and protection from foot and ankle injuries.
What is the value of motorcycle specific clothing?(Ans- Best combination of fit and protection.
Define "hypothermia" and provide an example.(Ans- A condition of subnormal body temperature. Can cause loss of concentration, slowed reactions, and lost of smooth, precise muscle movement.
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