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California Motorcycle Test 2016

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Most riders are riding slower than ___________ when a collision occurs.
30 mph
If you are wearing a motorcycle safety helmet, you are ___________ more times likely to survive a head injury.
3
A ___________ helmet with a lock-in visor provides the best coverage and protection.
full-face
A plastic shatter-resistant face sheild helps protect from ___________.
Wind, dust, dirt, rain, insects, pebbles
Riding in cold weather for long periods of time can cause severe ___________.
Chill and fatigue
You should check your motorcycle ___________ every ride.
Before
A properly adjusted mirror will show the road ___________ and to the ___________ of you.
Behind, side
Always look at least _____ to _____ seconds ahead.
10, 15
Sometimes you need to ___________ while in a turn.
Shift
If you don't shift smoothly, the rear wheel could ___________.
Skid
Remain in ___________ gear while slowing or stopping.
First
When you lean the motorcycle, some of the traction is used for ___________ and less traction is available for ___________.
Cornering, stopping
When riders can't hold a turn, they end up ___________ into another ___________ of ___________.
Crossing, Lane, Traffic
What order should you prepare for a turn in?
SLPR (slow, look, press, roll)
When completing a turn you should ___________ on the throttle to stabilize suspension.
Roll
In slow, tight turns, the rider should keep her body ___________ and let the motorcycle ___________.
Straight, Lean
The ___________ ___________ is an area of the clutch between completely engaged and completely released.
Friction Zone
___________ the rear brake is the practice of controlling the bike speed and maintaining stability.
Dragging
Have a wide space cushion gives you time to ___________ and space to ___________.
React, maneuver
Path 2 is usually the best option in vehicles are riding on ___________ ___________ of you.
Both sides
Motorcyclists need ___________ distance as any other vehicle to stop.
the same
It is best to maintain a ___________ second following distance.
2
The ___________ position is usually the best place for you to be seen by a driver.
center
The best way to handle a tailgater is to let them ___________ you.
Pass
If a tailgater won't pass you, then slow down to create ___________ space.
More
___________ refers to riders moving between stopped or slowed traffic.
Lane-Splitting
Speed up or drop back to find a place clear of ___________ on both sides.
Traffic
Successful riders use ___________.
SEE (Search, Evaluate, Execute)
What does the "S" stand for?
Search
What does the first "E" stand for?
Evaluate
What does the second "E" stand for?
Execute
Communicate your presence with your ___________ and ___________.
Lights, horn
Over ___________ of motorcycle/passenger vehicle collisions are caused by drivers entering a riders right-of-way.
1/2
Always move away from parked cars so drivers can ___________ you best.
See
Make sure your wheel remains out of a ___________ lane of travel while looking for traffic.
Cross
If oncoming traffic is present, stay in the ___________ lane to maximize space cushion
Center
Park at an angle of ___________ degrees to the curb.
45-90
Smaller vehicles appear ___________ away and seem to be traveling ___________ than they actually are.
Farther, slower
At highway speeds it is best to signal ___________ seconds before changing lanes.
5
Flash your ___________ light before you slow down.
Brake
Check your ___________ when you are stopped at an intersection.
Mirrors
The ___________of the vehicle ahead of you can give you a better view of the road than your high beams.
Headlights
Most collisions involve riders who ___________ the front tire or ___________ the rear.
Under break, Overbreak
If the front wheel locks, ___________ the front break and then ___________ it firmly.
Release, Reapply
Straighten the motorcycle first, then ___________.
Break
If breaking while leaning, apply breaks lightly and reduce the ___________.
Throttle
Riders running ___________ in a curve or turn is a primary cause of collisions.
Wide
Approach obstacles at a ___________ degree angle.
90
Rise slightly off the seat when riding over ___________.
Obstacles
___________ tire track is usually the best option when it rains.
Left
Ride over tracks ___________ within your lane.
Straight
Cross gratings in a ___________ line.
Straight
If the throttle is stuck, ___________ it back and forth.
Twist
If the throttle remains stuck, push the ___________ and pull the ___________ in at the same time.
Engine cut off switch, Clutch
If caught in a wobble, close the ___________ gradually to slow down.
Throttle
Place loads on or in front of the ___________.
Rear Axle
Use ___________ to secure loads.
Elastic Cords
Inexperienced riders should be placed in the ___________.
Front
The ___________ rider should set the pace.
Last
Never ride ___________ to another rider.
Next
Leaders should move to the ___________ side of the lane after passing.
Left
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