M1 Motorcycle Skills 3

Question 1

What is the best lane position for maximum visibility and space cushion in most situations?

Accepted Answer

The position that lets you see and be seen while keeping an escape route

Answer

Choose the lane position that gives you the best sight lines, visibility to others, and room to maneuver.

Question 2

During a normal turn at low speed, how should your body and the motorcycle lean?

Accepted Answer

Rider and motorcycle lean together as a unit

Answer

In normal turns the rider and motorcycle lean together at the same angle.

Question 3

If your front tire suddenly goes flat while riding, you should:

Accepted Answer

Ease off the throttle, keep the bike straight, and gradually slow using mostly the rear brake

Answer

Keeping steady, easing off throttle, and braking gently with the rear helps you keep control of a front flat.

Question 4

The friction zone of the clutch is used primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Control the motorcycle precisely at slow speeds

Answer

The clutch friction zone lets you smoothly control power for slow-speed maneuvers like U-turns and parking.

Question 5

When approaching a stop, you should downshift so that:

Accepted Answer

You are in first gear and ready to move when stopped

Answer

Being in first gear at a stop lets you accelerate quickly if you need to move out of danger.

M1 Motorcycle Practice Test