Question 1

Right-of-way rules

Accepted Answer

Rules determining which vehicle should be given priority in different traffic situations; typically, the vehicle approaching from the right has the right-of-way.

Question 2

Countersteering

Accepted Answer

Pushing the handlebar in the direction you want to turn; if you want to turn right, you push the right handlebar and vice versa.

Question 3

Lane splitting

Accepted Answer

Riding a motorcycle between lanes of slow-moving or stopped traffic.

Question 4

Three-second rule

Accepted Answer

Following distance rule suggesting a driver should ideally stay at least three seconds behind the vehicle directly in front.

Question 5

Skidding

Accepted Answer

When tires lose traction, often due to braking or accelerating too hard, causing the motorcycle to slide uncontrollably.

Question 6

Braking techniques

Accepted Answer

Using both front and rear brakes effectively for maximum stopping power.

Question 7

Clutch control

Accepted Answer

Handling the clutch to manage power transfer from the engine to the drivetrain.

Question 8

T-CLOCS

Accepted Answer

Pre-ride check involving Tires, Controls, Lights, Oil, Chassis, and Stands.

Question 9

Two-second rule

Accepted Answer

Keeping a two-second time gap between you and the vehicle in front during ideal conditions.

Question 10

Protective gear

Accepted Answer

Equipment worn by motorcyclists to minimize injury during an accident, such as helmets, gloves, jackets, and boots.

Question 11

Staggered formation

Accepted Answer

Riding style in a group where motorcycles are positioned in alternating order between the left and right sides of a lane.

Question 12

Defensive driving

Accepted Answer

Strategy involving constant awareness of potential hazards and taking steps to avoid them.

Question 13

Blind spots

Accepted Answer

Areas around a vehicle not easily seen by the driver; checking blind spots before changing lanes is critical.

Question 14

Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)

Accepted Answer

Level of alcohol in a person's blood, determining their degree of impairment; the legal limit is usually 0.08%.

Question 15

Hand signals

Accepted Answer

Non-verbal communication used by motorcyclists to indicate their intentions to other drivers.

Question 16

High visibility gear

Accepted Answer

Clothing or accessories that increase a motorcyclist's visibility to other drivers.

Question 17

Lane positioning

Accepted Answer

Choosing the best part of a lane to increase visibility and create a safety buffer.

Question 18

Controlled braking

Accepted Answer

Applying both brakes at the same time without locking either wheel.

Question 19

Throttle control

Accepted Answer

Managing the throttle to control the speed and acceleration of the motorcycle.

Question 20

Downshifting

Accepted Answer

Shifting to a lower gear when decreasing speed or increasing torque.

Question 21

Intersections

Accepted Answer

Places where two or more roads cross; most collisions occur here.

Question 22

Buffer zone

Accepted Answer

Space all around your motorcycle that you maintain to avoid conflicts with other vehicles.

Question 23

Road rash

Accepted Answer

Skin abrasion commonly suffered by motorcyclists in accidents when unprotected skin comes into contact with the road.

Question 24

Apex

Accepted Answer

The midpoint of a curve or turn.

Question 25

Helmet laws

Accepted Answer

Regulations requiring the wearing of approved motorcycle helmets.

Question 26

Controlled intersection

Accepted Answer

An intersection where traffic movements are controlled by traffic signals or signs.

Question 27

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)

Accepted Answer

A system that prevents the wheels from locking up (or skidding) while braking.

Question 28

Trail braking

Accepted Answer

Technique of applying brake pressure during a turn.

Question 29

Flicking

Accepted Answer

Quick change of direction in a short time span.

Question 30

MSF (Motorcycle Safety Foundation)

Accepted Answer

Organization providing education, training, and resources for motorcyclists.

Question 31

Slow look press and roll

Accepted Answer

A technique for negotiating turns and curves: Slow down before the curve, Look where you want to go, Press on the handlebar, Roll on the throttle.

Question 32

Suspension tuning

Accepted Answer

Adjusting the motorcycle's suspension settings to optimize handling and comfort.

Question 33

Ride within your ability

Accepted Answer

Only riding as fast or in conditions as your skills and experience permit.

Question 34

Target fixation

Accepted Answer

Tendency for a rider to focus intensely on an object they want to avoid, which often leads to unintentionally steering towards it.

Question 35

Counterweighting

Accepted Answer

Shifting your body weight in the opposite direction of the motorcycle's lean to maintain balance while cornering.

Question 36

Traffic signs

Accepted Answer

Visual aids placed along the road to provide information, instructions, and warnings to road users.

Question 37

Pillion passenger

Accepted Answer

A passenger riding on the back seat of a motorcycle.

Question 38

Emergency stopping

Accepted Answer

Braking quickly and effectively to avoid a collision or potential hazard.

Question 39

U-turns

Accepted Answer

Maneuvers performed to turn a motorcycle around and head in the opposite direction.

Question 40

Riding in adverse weather

Accepted Answer

Techniques and precautions to handle challenging weather conditions, such as rain, snow, or strong winds.

Question 41

Road hazards

Accepted Answer

Potential dangers on the road, including potholes, gravel, debris, or oil spills.

Question 42

Lane sharing

Accepted Answer

Riding side by side with another motorcycle within the same lane.

Question 43

RPM (Revolutions Per Minute)

Accepted Answer

Measurement of the engine's rotational speed; it affects the power and performance of the motorcycle.

Question 44

Oversteering

Accepted Answer

When the motorcycle turns more sharply than intended due to excessive steering input.

Question 45

Group riding

Accepted Answer

Riding in a formation with other motorcyclists while maintaining safe distances and communication.

Question 46

Drag coefficient

Accepted Answer

A measure of the resistance a motorcycle encounters as it moves through the air; affects the bike's aerodynamics and fuel efficiency.

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