New Zealand Motorbike Driving Basic Handling Skills Flashcards
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When riding over a pothole you cannot avoid, what is the best technique?
Answer: Rise slightly off the seat and grip the tank with your knees to absorb impact
Rising slightly off the seat lets your legs act as shock absorbers, reducing the impact transferred to the bike and rider.
What effect does under-inflated rear tyre pressure have on motorcycle handling?
Answer: Makes the bike feel sluggish and increases the risk of tyre failure
An under-inflated tyre flexes excessively, generates heat, and can lead to a blowout while also making the bike feel unstable.
How should you adjust your riding technique when following a vehicle on a gravel road?
Answer: Increase following distance to avoid stones and reduce dust obstruction
A greater following distance on gravel protects you from flying stones and gives you more space to react on the lower-traction surface.
What is the recommended approach when your throttle sticks open?
Answer: Pull the clutch in to disengage drive, then brake to a safe stop
Pulling the clutch in instantly removes drive power to the rear wheel, allowing you to brake and stop safely with the engine still running.
When should you use engine braking as a primary speed-reduction tool?
Answer: On long downhill descents to manage speed and reduce brake heat
On long downhill sections, engine braking helps control speed while reducing reliance on the friction brakes, which can overheat with continuous use.
What is 'low-side' vs 'high-side'? Which is generally more dangerous?
Answer: High-side is when a sudden rear-tyre grip recovery flicks the rider off; high-side is generally more dangerous
A high-side crash occurs when the rear tyre suddenly regains grip after a slide, violently flipping the rider off the bike — typically more severe than a low-side.
When riding in a group, what is the recommended lane formation?
Answer: Staggered formation, with each rider offset in the lane
A staggered formation gives each rider more space to react and brake, while still keeping the group close enough to stay together.