Motorcycle handling
You’re carrying a friend on the back of your motorcycle. You buy fuel at the service station, then make various checks, including your tyre pressures. You want to turn left when you leave the forecourt. There are parked cars obscuring your view. It begins to snow just before you reach your destination.
Your motorcycle doesn't have linked brakes. What should you do when braking normally to a stop?
Why should you be careful when riding over tram lines?
Riding with the side stand down could cause you to crash. When is this most likely to happen?
What can motorcyclists do to improve their safety on the road?
The road is wet and you're filtering past a line of queuing traffic. Why should you take particular care if you ride on painted road markings?
You're riding a motorcycle that doesn't have anti-lock brakes (ABS). What should you do if braking too hard has caused both wheels to skid?
You’re carrying a friend on the back of your motorcycle. You buy fuel at the service station, then make various checks, including your tyre pressures. You want to turn left when you leave the forecourt. There are parked cars obscuring your view. It begins to snow just before you reach your destination.
What can cause a motorcycle to skid?
What would make a rainbow-coloured pattern on a wet road surface?
What should you do before you start a journey in foggy conditions?
Your motorcycle doesn't have linked brakes. In an emergency, what should you do to stop quickly?
In normal riding conditions, when should you brake?
What will happen if you ride with your clutch lever pulled in for longer than is necessary?
You’re carrying a friend on the back of your motorcycle. You buy fuel at the service station, then make various checks, including your tyre pressures. You want to turn left when you leave the forecourt. There are parked cars obscuring your view. It begins to snow just before you reach your destination.
Where should you normally position your motorcycle while you're riding on the road?
How is the road surface affected when it rains after a long, dry, hot spell?
You're riding on a wet road. How should you use the brakes in these conditions?
How can you see spilt fuel on a wet road?
What will affect the stopping distance of your motorcycle?
When should you wear full protective clothing while riding a motorcycle?
What does a traction control system (TCS) help to prevent?
You’re carrying a friend on the back of your motorcycle. You buy fuel at the service station, then make various checks, including your tyre pressures. You want to turn left when you leave the forecourt. There are parked cars obscuring your view. It begins to snow just before you reach your destination.
What will happen if you look down at the front wheel while riding?
What should you do if you ride over broken glass and get a puncture?
It's been raining after a long dry spell. How will the road surface be affected?
What should you do when you're riding in windy conditions?
Where's the best place to park your motorcycle?
You're sitting on a stationary motorcycle. What should you be able to do when you're checking your riding position?
What should you do before starting a motorcycle engine?
You’re carrying a friend on the back of your motorcycle. You buy fuel at the service station, then make various checks, including your tyre pressures. You want to turn left when you leave the forecourt. There are parked cars obscuring your view. It begins to snow just before you reach your destination.
Which type of road surface increases the risk of skidding for motorcyclists?
It's very cold and the road looks wet. What should you do if you can't hear any road noise as you ride?
What should you do if you have to park on the road while visibility is reduced by fog?
You're riding a motorcycle that doesn't have anti-lock brakes (ABS). What should you do if you have to brake sharply and your motorcycle starts to skid?
You're on a motorway at night. When may you have your headlights switched off?
Your motorcycle is parked on a two-way road. How should you get on the machine?
What’s most likely to cause a motorcycle to skid?
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