Basic Ridercourse Flashcards
What are the 5 Types of Street Motorcycles?
Standard Sport Cruiser Touring Scooter
What type of motorcycle has the following categories:
- All around capabilities
- Sometimes called a naked bike
- Straight-up seating position
- Various engine sizes
Standard
What are the three types of Off-Highway motorcycles?
Motorcross
Enduro
Trials
What are the 6 primary controls and it’s location?
- Handle Bars- Both Hands
- Front Brake Lever- Right Hand
- Throttle- Right Hand
- Rear Break Pedal- Right Foot
- Gearshift Lever- Left Foot
- Clutch Lever- In Front of the Left Handgrip
When you want to increase speed, you should
Twist the throttle towards you (roll on).
What does the Clutch Lever do?
The clutch mechanism connects power from the engine to the rear wheel. The lever is squeezed to disconnect and eased to connect.
When you want to switch to a higher gear, you should
Pull the clutch lever with the left hand and pull the gearshift lever with the left foot.
When you want to go to 1st gear, you should
Pull the clutch lever with the left hand and push the gearshift lever.
Describe the shift pattern
The 1st gear is at the bottom (push lever) of the shift pattern, neutral is between 1st and 2nd, and 2-5th gear is above the shift patter (pull gearshift lever)
Where is the fuel supply valve located?
Usually under the fuel tank
What does it do when you select the Reserve position of the Fuel Supply valve?
Reserve allows access to a small amount of fuel after the main supply is depleted.
Do all motorcycle have a fuel supply valve?
No, some motorcycles do not have a fuel supply valve because the engine is fuel-injected, the gasoline only flows when the ignition switch is On and the engine is running.
What are the three positions of the ignition switch?
On, Off, and Lock. Some include a Park position as well.
What does the Lock and Park position of the ignition switch do?
The lock and park positions engage the steering lock and allow the key to be removed.
Where is the chock control located?
On the handlebars or near the engine.
Do all motorcycles have a choke control?
No, fuel-injected motorcycles do not.
What does the choke control do?
It provides an enriched fuel mixture to help start a cold engine. It also raises the idle to permit the engine to warm up quickly. It should be turned off as soon it is no longer needed.
Where is the engine cut-off switch located?
Right hand-grip and operated with the thumb.
Where is the turn signal switch located?
Usually located near the left hand-grip and operated with the thumb.
Where is the horn button located?
Near the left hand-grip and operated with the thumb.
Describe the difference between a speedometer, odometer, and tachometer.
- Speedometer- Shows road speed.
- Odometer- Shows miles ridden.
- Tachometer- Indicates engine speed and rpm’s.
Motorcycles have a ___ mirror that are curved to provide a ___ view but make objects look ___.
convex
wider
farther
Where is the side stand located?
Left hand side
A procedure called ___ is used as an engine pre-start routine. What does it stand for?
FINE-C Fuel Ignition Neutral Engine Engine Cut-Off Switch Choke/ Clutch
Go over the engine start-up procedure.
- Fuel- Turn fuel supply valve on
- Ignition- Turn ignition switch on
- Neutral- Make sure the motorcycle is in neutral position. You can roll the motorcycle forward and backward with the clutch lever, front brake lever and rear break pedal released.
- Engine- Put the switch on the On position
Engine Cut-Off Switch - Choke/ Clutch- Set the choke as needed
True or False: When you start the engine, apply at least one of the breaks, squeeze the clutch lever fully, and press the started button.
True
What is the procedure term for shutting the motorcycle off?
Thumb-Key-Valve
Describe the procedure for shutting the motorcycle off.
- Thumb- Move the engine cut-off switch to Off with your right thumb (same in case of an emergency)
- Key- Turn the ignition switch off
- Valve- Turn the fuel supply valve off
What is the friction zone?
The friction zone is a small area in the travel of the clutch lever that controls the connection between the engine and the rear wheel.
What is a good wrist riding posture?
When it’s flat
When riding motorcycles at very low speed, change direction by …
leaning the motorcycle and turning the handlebars in the direction you want to go.
When riding motorcycles at higher speeds, change direction by
Countersteering.
What is countersteeting?
When the handlebars are initially moved opposite the direction of the turn.
What is the procedure when turning?
Slow-Look-Press-Roll.
For slow, tight turns like a U-Turn in a parking lot, you can
lean independently from the motorcycle (counterweighting). Putting more pressure on the outside footrest can also help.
When breaking to a stop, you should
- Roll off the throttle
2. Squeeze in the clutch lever and the front brake lever while pressing on the rear break pedal.
You should be in ___ gear by the time you stop. It is important to square the handlebars so the motorcycle is easier to hold up.
First
When breaking to a stop in a curve,
gradually apply both brakes as you straighten the motorcycle.
The front brake provides ___ % or more of the stopping power. This is because forward weight shift pushes the front tire down onto the road surface, giving it more grip than the rear tire
70
True or False: Full braking power is not required for normal, planned stops.
True. But you should always use both brakes to develop the habit and properly use in case of an emergency.
What is a three step process to shift to a higher gear?
- Roll off the throttle as you squeeze in the clutch lever
- Lift the shift lever firmly as far as it will go, then release it to allow it to reset
- Ease out the clutch lever and roll on the throttle smoothly to match engine and road speed.
What is a three step process to shift to a lower gear?
- Roll off the throttle as you squeeze in the clutch lever
- Press down the shift lever firmly, then release it to allow it to reset
- Ease out the clutch lever as you roll on the throttle.
What is engine breaking?
Shifting to a lower gear and easing out the lever has an effect similar to using the brakes.
What are the two primarily features of a good motorcycle fit?
Seat Height
Overall Motorcycle Size
What is the pre-ride inspection method?
T-CLOCS
What does T-CLOCS stand for?
- Tires- Air pressure, Tread, Cracked?
- Controls- Levers, Pedals, Cables, Hoses, Throttle
- Lights and Mirrors
- Oil and Other Fluids- Levels, Leaks
- Chassis- Suspension, Chain
- Stands
You should always ___ as part of your pre-ride inspection.
Read the O&M Manual
What does ATGATT stand for?
All the gear all the time
Helmets are required to allow ___ of peripheral vision to each side. Proper helmet use has been shown to reduce the risk of brain injury by ___% and the risk of death by ___%.
105 degrees
67%
37%
What are the 4 basic parts of the helmet?
- Outer Shell
- Impact-Absorbing Liner
- Comfort Padding
- Retention system
What standard does the helmet must meet?
- US Dept of Transportation
Economic Community of Europe
Snell Memorial Foundation
True or False: You may wear sunglasses as a substitute for an impact-resistant face shield or goggles to protect your eyes.
False
True or False: Riding at highway speeds and riding for extended distances without using hearing protection can result in hearing loss.
True
Mental attitude means that safety is your #1 priority.
True
Managing risk requires the driver to have three safety margins:
- Having riding skills and motorcycle ,manoeuvrability beyond what is actually needed.
- Having traction beyond what is actually needed
- Having time and space beyond what is actually needed.