Preparing To Ride - Wear The Right Gear

Question 1

Before taking off on any trip, a safe rider makes a point to:

Answer 1

1. Wear the right gear.
2. Become familiar with the motorcycle.
3. Check the motorcycle equipment.
4. Be a responsible rider.

Question 2

When do most crashes occur? 
A. On long trips
B. At night 
C. On short trips 
D. When it's raining

Answer 2

C. On short trips

Question 3

Riders involved in crashes are three times more likely to survive head injuries at:
A. Slow speeds only 
B. High speeds only 
C. Night 
D. Any speed

Answer 3

D. At any speed

Question 4

How should jacket and pants fit for riding?

Answer 4

They should cover arms and legs completely and fit snugly enough to keep from flapping in the wind, yet loosely enough to move freely.

Question 5

What clothing material provides the most protection while ridding?

Answer 5

Leather

Question 6

Riders involved in crashes are three times more likely to survive head injuries at:
A. Slow speeds only 
B. High speeds only 
C. Night 
D. Any speed

Answer 6

D. At any speed

Question 7

How should jacket and pants fit for riding?

Answer 7

They should cover arms and legs completely and fit snugly enough to keep from flapping in the wind, yet loosely enough to move freely.

Question 8

What clothing material provides the most protection while ridding?

Answer 8

Leather

Question 9

What is the proper foot attire for ridding?

Answer 9

Boots or shoes that cover ankles and give support. The soles should be made of hard, durable, slip-resistant material, and short heels.

Question 10

What type of material should gloves be made of?

Answer 10

Leather or similar durable material.

Question 11

What are the benefits of hearing protection?

Answer 11

It reduces noise and allows u to hear important sounds such as car horns or sirens.

Question 12

In cold weather, ensuring you have clothing that will keep u warm will prevent what?

Answer 12

It will prevent u from going numb while ridding.

Question 13

To make sure the motorcycle is right for you:

Answer 13

You should be able to touch the ground with your feet while seated on the bike, and you should be able to operate the controls easily

Question 14

For the motorcycle to be street legal it should have:

Answer 14

Headlight, taillight, brake light, front and rear brakes, turn signals, horn, and two mirrors.

Question 15

More than half of all crashes involve riders with less than \_\_\_\_ months experience on their motorcycle. 
A. 1
B. 8
C. 4
D. 5

Answer 15

D. 5

Question 16

If borrowing a motorcycle be sure to review ______.

Answer 16

The owners manual

Question 17

What other check should be as routine as checking the weather?

Answer 17

A pre-ride inspection.

Question 18

A helpful reminder of the checks that need to be performed before ridding is T-CLOCS. What does this stand for?

Answer 18

T- tire and wheels
C- controls
L- lights and electrics
O- oil and other fluid
C- chassis
S- stands

Question 19

What are you supposed to check when looking at the tires?

Answer 19

Check tire pressure, treadwear, condition of sidewalls.

Question 20

What does checking the controls involve?

Answer 20

Making sure the clutch, throttle, horn work properly. As well as cleaning and adjusting the mirrors.

Question 21

In order to check the lights and electrical you need to?

Answer 21

Check both headlight and taillight, test to see if both high and low beams work, as well as the turn signals.

Question 22

When checking the oil and other fluids you need to?

Answer 22

Check the level of the engine oil, transmission oil, brake and hydraulic fluid level and make sure the fuel valve is open. And check for leaks.

Question 23

To check the chassis you need to?

Answer 23

Check the suspension for binding, and ensure the chain is adjusted to manufacturers specs and make sure sprockets are not worn.

Question 24

When checking the stand you need to?

Answer 24

Ensure it operates smoothly and stays in upright position the same as the center stand.

Question 25

What is just as important as a doctor checkup for your motorcycle?

Answer 25

Tune ups and oil changes.

Question 26

To lessen your chances of a crash happening:

Answer 26

• Be visible
• Communicate your intensions
• Maintain an adequate space cushion
• Search your path
• Identify and separate
• Be prepared to act