Motorcycle Rules

Question 1

What is lane filtering and what speed can you travel at when doing so?

Answer 1

Lane filtering is riding at low speed between stationary or slow-moving traffic travelling
in the same direction as you. You can only lane filter if it’s safe to do so, you’re riding at
30km/hr or less, and you hold an open licence for the motorcycle you’re riding.

Question 2

When can’t you lane filter?

Answer 2

You cannot lane filter:
• At a speed of more than 30km/hr.
• Between a vehicle and the kerb.
• In school zones during school zone hours.
• If you hold a learner or provisional licence.

Question 3

What is edge filtering?

Answer 3

Edge filtering is riding at low speed on road shoulders or in emergency stopping lanes past
stationary or slow-moving traffic. You can only edge filter if it’s safe to do so, you’re riding
at 30km/hr or less, and you hold an open licence for the motorcycle you’re riding

Question 4

When can’t you edge filter?

Answer 4

You cannot edge filter:
• At a speed of more than 30km/hr.
• On roads with a speed limit less than 90km/hr.
• On an unsealed part of the road.
• If you hold a learner or provisional licence.

Question 5

How should you park a motorcycle?

Answer 5

When parking you should position the motorcycle so at least one wheel is as close as
possible to the kerb or side of the road.

Question 6

What are the seven types of bikes?

Answer 6

1. Naked/standard
2. Sports
3. Crusier
4. Road/Trail
5. Tourer
6. Moped
7. Trike

Question 7

Explain what the throttle does and where is it located on the bike?

Answer 7

Located on the right side of the handlebars, it controls the flow of fuel going to the engine — more fuel increases your speed.

Question 8

Explain what the front brake lever does and where is it located on the bike?

Answer 8

Located in front of the grip on the right side of the handlebars, it applies brakes to the front wheel. The front brake is the primary stopping brake, providing the majority of the motorcycle’s braking performance. It is used with the rear brake when reducing speed.

Question 9

Explain what the rear brake pedal does and where is it located on the bike?

Answer 9

Located in front of the right footrest, it applies brakes to the rear wheel. The rear brake is used with the front brake when reducing speed to stabilise the motorcycle and on its own when manoeuvring at a walking pace to aid control.

Question 10

Explain what the clutch lever does and where is it located on the bike?

Answer 10

Located in front of the grip on the left side of the handlebars, it connects and disconnects the drive from the engine to the rear wheel.

Question 11

Explain what the gear lever does and where is it located on the bike?

Answer 11

Located in front of the left footrest, it is used to select your gear; lift up to
change up, press down to change down.

Question 12

Explain what the starter does and where is it located on the bike?

Answer 12

Generally located on the right side switch block on the handlebars, this button starts the engine.

Question 13

Explain what the kill switch does and where is it located on the bike?

Answer 13

Located on the right side of the handlebars, it cuts

power to the engine.

Question 14

Explain what the ignition does and where is it located on the bike?

Answer 14

Generally located on or near the centre of the handlebars, it must be in the ON position to start the engine.

Question 15

Explain what the Low/high beam does and where is it located on the bike?

Answer 15

Generally located on the left side switch block on the handlebars (some motorcycles have a separate flash button to activate high beam), and is operated with the left thumb.

Question 16

Explain what the Indicator switch does and where is it located on the bike?

Answer 16

Generally located on the left side switch block on the handlebars. Ensure you know how to cancel the indicator, this isn’t automatic on motorcycles
(check your manual for instructions)

Question 17

Explain what the horn does and where is it located on the bike?

Answer 17

Generally located on the left side switch block on the handlebars.

Question 18

Explain what the chock lever does and where is it located on the bike?

Answer 18

Generally located on the handlebars, near the fuel tap or on the carburettor, it is used to start a cold engine. Ensure you turn the choke off before riding; if left on the choke will affect the engine performance.

Question 19

Explain what the fuel tap does and where is it located on the bike?

Answer 19

Generally located under the left side of the petrol tank, it is used to control fuel flow to the engine between the main and reserve tanks.

Question 20

What are the five safety checks before a ride?

Answer 20

1. Chain - Ensure the chain has the correct tension, is not too tight or too loose, and is appropriately lubricated
2. Lights - ensure all lights (headlights,
   tail lights, brake lights) and indicators
   are clean and operational.
3. Tyres - ensure the tyres are in good
   condition and are wearing evenly.
4. Brakes - ensure both the front and
   rear brakes are operational, and that
   the brake pads are in good condition.
5. Horn — ensure the horn is operational.

Question 21

What are the two brakes on a motorcycle used for?

Answer 21

• The front brake provides stopping power

- The rear brake provides stability and control.

Question 22

What are the two stages of braking?

Answer 22

Set up — the fast but gentle take-up of the lever free play.

• Squeeze — the smooth increase of braking pressure.

Question 23

What are the steps of emergency braking?

Answer 23

Position your motorcycle so you are upright and travelling straight.
• Close the throttle.
• Apply the front brake (set up and squeeze), then the rear brake (set up and squeeze).
• Pull the clutch in just before you stop.

Question 24

Explain the two types of steering?

Answer 24

1. Direct steering - goes in the direction that you turn the handlebars.
2. Counter steering - goes in the opposite direction to which you turn the
   handlebars — a slight forward pressure on the left handlebar makes the motorcycle lean
   and move left, although the front wheel actually turns slightly right.

Question 25

Explain what a vanishing point is?

Answer 25

The vanishing point can help you
anticipate what the curve is going to do.
The vanishing point is where the sides
of the road appear to come together, or
disappear behind an obstruction. This
the point moves relative to your position in the
curve, so observing the vanishing point
can help you identify if the curve is going
to open out or tighten up.
• If the vanishing point moves away from you as you are approaching and riding through
the curve, it’s likely the curve is going to open out.
• If the vanishing point moves toward you as you are approaching and riding through the
curve, it’s likely the curve is going to tighten up.

Question 26

What is the 12, 6, 3 principle?

Answer 26

Look 12 seconds ahead to scan your surroundings, observe potential hazards, and plan
your path.
• Maintain at least 6 seconds of vision of the road ahead to give you time to perceive
hazards and take action.
• Keep a 3-second survival space to give you time to respond and stop if required, to
avoid a crash.