Question 1

ABS

Accepted Answer

Anti-lock Braking System used in motorcycles for better control during emergency braking.

Question 2

Apex

Accepted Answer

The point of the tightest turn on a corner.

Question 3

Blind Spot

Accepted Answer

Area around the vehicle that is not visible in the mirrors.

Question 4

Braking Distance

Accepted Answer

The distance required to stop a motorcycle after applying the brakes.

Question 5

Camber

Accepted Answer

The angle of the road surface in relation to the vertical axis.

Question 6

Countersteering

Accepted Answer

The technique of pushing the handlebar in the opposite direction to initiate a turn.

Question 7

Distracted Driving

Accepted Answer

Engaging in activities that divert attention from the road, such as using a mobile phone.

Question 8

Emergency Stop

Accepted Answer

A sudden and quick stop made to avoid a hazard.

Question 9

Engine Displacement

Accepted Answer

The total volume of all the cylinders in the engine.

Question 10

Friction Zone

Accepted Answer

The area on the clutch lever where the clutch begins to engage.

Question 11

Head Check

Accepted Answer

Looking over your shoulder to check for vehicles in blind spots.

Question 12

Highway Hypnosis

Accepted Answer

A drowsy, trance-like state that occurs when driving long distances on highways.

Question 13

Hydroplaning

Accepted Answer

Losing traction due to water buildup between the tires and the road surface.

Question 14

Leaning

Accepted Answer

Tilting the motorcycle in order to navigate curves.

Question 15

Merge

Accepted Answer

Combining two or more lanes of traffic into one.

Question 16

No-Zone

Accepted Answer

The blind spots around a large vehicle where the driver's visibility is limited.

Question 17

Off-Camber

Accepted Answer

Road surface that tilts away from the direction of the turn.

Question 18

Overtaking

Accepted Answer

Passing another vehicle on the road.

Question 19

PPE

Accepted Answer

Personal Protective Equipment, such as a helmet, gloves, and boots, worn by motorcyclists.

Question 20

RPM

Accepted Answer

Revolutions per minute, a measure of engine speed.

Question 21

Saddlebags

Accepted Answer

Bags attached to the sides of a motorcycle for storage.

Question 22

Skid

Accepted Answer

A loss of traction between the tires and the road surface.

Question 23

Sprocket

Accepted Answer

A toothed wheel that connects the engine to the rear wheel via the chain.

Question 24

Tailgating

Accepted Answer

Following another vehicle too closely.

Question 25

Throttle Control

Accepted Answer

Proper use of the motorcycle's accelerator.

Question 26

Torque

Accepted Answer

The rotational force produced by the engine.

Question 27

Tread

Accepted Answer

The pattern on the surface of a tire that provides grip.

Question 28

Two-Second Rule

Accepted Answer

Keeping a safe following distance by staying at least two seconds behind the vehicle ahead.

Question 29

U-turn

Accepted Answer

Turning the motorcycle around in a tight radius.

Question 30

V-Twin

Accepted Answer

An engine with two cylinders arranged in a V shape.

Question 31

Weaving

Accepted Answer

Rapidly moving from side to side within a lane.

Question 32

Wind Chill

Accepted Answer

The cooling effect of the wind on exposed skin.

Question 33

Yaw

Accepted Answer

The side-to-side motion of a motorcycle during a turn.

Question 34

Blind Corner

Accepted Answer

A corner with limited visibility.

Question 35

Chassis

Accepted Answer

The frame and structural components of a motorcycle.

Question 36

Clutch Lever

Accepted Answer

The lever used to engage or disengage the clutch.

Question 37

Downshifting

Accepted Answer

Shifting to a lower gear to slow down the motorcycle.

Question 38

Filtering

Accepted Answer

Maneuvering between vehicles in slow or stopped traffic.

Question 39

Grooves

Accepted Answer

Ruts or tracks in the road surface caused by regular traffic.

Question 40

Helmet Law

Accepted Answer

A law requiring motorcycle riders to wear helmets.

Question 41

Interlaced Wheels

Accepted Answer

A technique used to stabilize a motorcycle at low speeds.

Question 42

Lane Splitting

Accepted Answer

Riding between lanes of slow-moving or stopped traffic.

Question 43

Neutral

Accepted Answer

A gear position that allows the motorcycle's engine to run without engaging the transmission.

Question 44

Oversteering

Accepted Answer

Turning the handlebars too far, causing the motorcycle to lean more than necessary.

Question 45

Pothole

Accepted Answer

A hole or depression in the road surface.

Question 46

Riding in a Group

Accepted Answer

Riding with other motorcycles in a coordinated manner.

Question 47

Shoulder Check

Accepted Answer

Looking over your shoulder to check for vehicles before changing lanes.

Question 48

Slippery Surface

Accepted Answer

A road surface with reduced traction, often due to rain, snow, or oil spills.

Question 49

Tank Bag

Accepted Answer

A small bag attached to the fuel tank of a motorcycle for storing small items.

Question 50

Trail Braking

Accepted Answer

Applying the brakes while still leaning into a turn.

Question 51

Understeering

Accepted Answer

When the motorcycle doesn't turn as sharply as desired.

Question 52

Visibility Vest

Accepted Answer

A reflective vest worn to increase visibility to other road users.

Question 53

Wobble

Accepted Answer

Uncontrolled side-to-side movement of the motorcycle.

Question 54

X-Grip

Accepted Answer

A tire with an advanced grip pattern for off-road riding.

Question 55

Yield

Accepted Answer

To give the right-of-way to other vehicles or pedestrians.

Question 56

Zebra Crossing

Accepted Answer

A crosswalk marked with white stripes for pedestrians to cross the road.

Prince Edward Island Motorcycle License Flashcards