M1 Turning and Cornering

Question 1

When approaching a curve on a motorcycle, what should you do with your speed before entering?

Accepted Answer

Reduce your speed before entering the curve

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Accelerate through the curve to maintain momentum

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Maintain your current speed throughout

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Apply both brakes while leaning into the turn

Question 2

The most effective technique for initiating a turn on a motorcycle at highway speeds is:

Accepted Answer

Countersteering — pushing forward on the handlebar on the side of the intended turn

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Leaning the handlebars away from the direction of the turn

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Shifting your body weight sharply to the outside of the turn

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Applying the rear brake before beginning to lean

Question 3

When riding through a curve, where should you focus your eyes?

Accepted Answer

Through and beyond the curve toward where you want to go

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Directly in front of your front wheel to spot hazards

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On the road surface to check for debris

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On the center line to maintain lane position

Question 4

What does 'countersteering' mean in motorcycle riding?

Accepted Answer

Briefly pushing the handlebar grip forward on the side you want to turn toward

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Steering against the direction of oncoming traffic

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Using only the rear brake to change direction

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Leaning your body away from the direction of the turn

Question 5

What is the best lane position when entering a right-hand curve?

Accepted Answer

Left side of the lane near the center line

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Right side of the lane near the fog line

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Center of the lane at all times

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Position does not matter as long as you reduce speed

Question 6

When should you roll on the throttle during a curve?

Accepted Answer

Smoothly and gradually once you have established your lean angle

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Before entering the curve to build speed for the turn

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Only after the motorcycle is completely upright again

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You should never use the throttle while in a turn

Question 7

What is the primary danger of 'running wide' in a curve?

Accepted Answer

You may drift into oncoming traffic or go off the road entirely

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You may exceed the posted speed limit for that road

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Your brakes may overheat from friction

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Your tires will wear unevenly on one side