NZ Motorbike Driving Behaviour Flashcards
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When riding through a roundabout on your motorbike, which lane position gives you the most visibility to other drivers?
Answer: The centre of your lane
Riding in the centre of your lane through a roundabout makes you most visible to other road users and reduces the risk of a collision.
You are approaching a give way sign on your motorbike. What must you do?
Answer: Slow down and give way to all traffic on the road you are entering
At a give way sign you must slow down and give way to all traffic on the intersecting road, stopping if necessary.
How should a motorcyclist adjust their following distance in wet conditions compared to dry conditions?
Answer: Increase the following distance significantly
Wet roads greatly increase stopping distances, so you should increase your following distance significantly to allow more time to brake safely.
A car ahead of you suddenly brakes hard. As a motorcyclist, which braking technique is safest?
Answer: Apply both brakes progressively, using more front than rear
Progressive application of both brakes — with greater pressure on the front — provides maximum stopping power while maintaining stability.
When overtaking a slow-moving vehicle on a two-lane road, a motorcyclist should:
Answer: Overtake quickly using the oncoming lane only when it is clear ahead
You may overtake using the oncoming lane only when it is completely clear and it is safe and legal to do so.
What is the safest way to carry a passenger on your motorbike?
Answer: Passenger sits behind, holds grab rails or the rider's waist, and keeps feet on the footpegs
A pillion passenger must sit behind the rider, hold on securely, keep feet on footpegs, and lean with the rider through corners.
You notice a dog running toward your motorbike from the side of the road. What should you do?
Answer: Gradually slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary
Slowing down gradually and being ready to stop gives you the best control if the animal enters your path unexpectedly.