M1 Turning and Cornering 3

Question 1

What is the 'outside-inside-outside' (OIO) cornering line?

Accepted Answer

Starting near the outside of your lane, apexing near the inside, then returning to the outside on exit

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A technique where you always stay near the outside of your lane throughout the turn

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A method of signaling with hand gestures before making a turn

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A way to pass another vehicle on the inside of a curve

Question 2

How does a 'crowned' road surface affect motorcycle cornering?

Accepted Answer

The road slopes away from center on both sides, which can reduce effective lean angle and traction

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It increases traction on both sides of the road equally

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It makes the road surface smoother and improves cornering grip

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A crowned road has no meaningful effect on motorcycle handling

Question 3

What effect does carrying heavy luggage or cargo have on motorcycle cornering?

Accepted Answer

It raises the center of gravity and can make the bike feel heavier and less responsive in turns

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It lowers the center of gravity, making cornering more stable

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It has no effect on how the motorcycle handles in a curve

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It only affects straight-line braking distance, not cornering

Question 4

What is the proper throttle technique when exiting a corner?

Accepted Answer

Gradually roll on the throttle as you begin to straighten up

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Abruptly close the throttle to slow down smoothly

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Apply full throttle immediately as soon as you see the exit

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Keep the throttle completely steady until fully upright, then accelerate sharply

Question 5

What is the 'late apex' cornering technique?

Accepted Answer

Delaying the innermost point of the turn to the second half of the curve, creating a wider exit

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Hitting the inside of the curve early, before the midpoint

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Braking late and turning sharply at the last moment

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Accelerating early to carry higher speed through the apex

Question 6

Why is sand or gravel in a curve especially hazardous for motorcyclists?

Accepted Answer

Both A and B — it is hard to see and dramatically reduces traction

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It is very difficult to spot from a distance while cornering

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It significantly reduces tire traction, greatly increasing the risk of sliding out

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It can cause permanent damage to the tire sidewalls

Question 7

If mid-corner you realize you are leaning further than you are comfortable with, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

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

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Immediately straighten the motorcycle and apply the brakes

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Accelerate hard to push through the corner more quickly

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Downshift to a lower gear to use engine braking to slow down