M1 Turning and Cornering 2

Question 1

What is the 'vanishing point' technique used for when cornering on a motorcycle?

Accepted Answer

Determining whether you are traveling too fast for an upcoming curve

Answer

The vanishing point is where the road appears to converge in a curve; if that point moves toward you, the curve is tightening and you may be going too fast.

Question 2

An 'off-camber' turn is one where:

Accepted Answer

The road slopes downward toward the outside of the turn, reducing traction

Answer

An off-camber turn slopes away from the direction of the curve, which reduces tire traction and increases the risk of sliding out.

Question 3

What is a 'decreasing radius' curve?

Accepted Answer

A curve that gets progressively sharper (tighter) as you go through it

Answer

A decreasing radius curve tightens as you progress through it, requiring more lean or a lower entry speed than the initial arc suggests.

Question 4

If you enter a curve too fast, what is usually the safest response?

Accepted Answer

Commit to the lean, look through the curve, and trust your tires' grip

Answer

Motorcycle tires can sustain considerably more lean than most riders realize; leaning further and looking through the curve is typically safer than straightening up, which would send you off the outside of the turn.

Question 5

When making a tight U-turn at low speed, which technique helps maintain balance and control?

Accepted Answer

Lightly dragging the rear brake while applying a steady throttle

Answer

Using slight rear brake friction while maintaining steady throttle prevents stalling, controls your speed, and gives you better balance during slow, tight maneuvers.

M1 Motorcycle Practice Test

M1 Motorcycle Practice Test

M1 Turning and Cornering 2