RTT Speed, Stopping Distances & Following Distance 3

Question 1

What does the 'two-second rule' measure?

Accepted Answer

The minimum gap in time between your motorcycle and the vehicle ahead

Answer

The time it takes to fully stop from highway speed

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The time allowed to check mirrors before changing lanes

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The recommended braking duration on wet roads

Question 2

Under what condition should a motorcyclist use a four-second following distance?

Accepted Answer

When riding at night, in poor weather, or on slippery surfaces

Answer

Only when towing a trailer

Answer

Only on interstate highways above 65 mph

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Whenever riding in a group of more than two riders

Question 3

If you are riding at 60 mph and need to stop for a hazard that appears 200 feet ahead, what is likely to happen?

Accepted Answer

You will likely be unable to stop in time because total stopping distance exceeds 200 feet

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You will stop comfortably before the hazard

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You will stop exactly at the hazard

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You will stop in time only if you use the rear brake exclusively

Question 4

How does excessive speed affect a rider's ability to steer around an obstacle?

Accepted Answer

Higher speed requires a larger radius to steer around an obstacle, making avoidance harder

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Higher speed improves steering response

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Speed has no effect on the steering radius needed to avoid an obstacle

Answer

Higher speed only affects braking, not steering

Question 5

What is the effect of worn or underinflated tires on stopping distance?

Accepted Answer

Stopping distance increases because the tires cannot generate maximum grip

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Stopping distance is unchanged as long as the brakes work properly

Answer

Stopping distance decreases because the tire has more contact area

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Only underinflation affects stopping distance, not tread wear

Question 6

When should you begin braking if you spot a hazard while riding at highway speed?

Accepted Answer

Immediately upon seeing the hazard, using both brakes smoothly

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As late as possible to maintain speed

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Only after fully identifying the hazard, even if that takes several seconds

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Only when the hazard is within 50 feet

Question 7

Why is it important to squeeze the front brake lever gradually rather than grabbing it suddenly?

Accepted Answer

Sudden lever grab can lock the front wheel, causing loss of steering control and a fall

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Gradual squeezing is required by law in most states

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Gradual braking protects the brake pads from excessive wear

Answer

The front brake only activates after the first inch of lever travel