Quiz 1 Flashcards
Upshifting or Downshifting in a curve
Should only be done if it can be done smoothyl
To Avoid confusing other drivers, you should
Make sure turn signal turns off after you finish a turn
___ is a major factor in collisions caused by motorcyclists
following too closely
If your motorcycle starts to wander back and forth while riding over metal bridge gratings you should
Relax, stay on course, and ride straight across
If you must carry a load it should be
Either over or in front of the rear axle
Grabbing the front brake or jamming down on the rear brake
Can cause the brakes to lock
What is the best way to stay out of trouble while riding a motorcycle
By increasing the following distance between your motorcycle and the vehicle in front of you
A motorcycle rider has an advantage over an automobile driver when passing parked vehicles because
A motorcycle rider can avoid the problems of opening doors and people stepping out from between vehicles by driving in the left part of the lane
Brightly colored, reflective helmets and clothing
Can make motorcycle riders easier to see
To execute a turn safely a motorcycle rider should always
Lean the motorcycle in the direction of the curve or turn