MSF Basic Riders Course - Complete Solutions (Answered) Name 3 of the more important range safety rules • DO NOT practice without rider permission from coach • Wear protective gear when riding • Know where the engine c
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MSF Basic Riders Course - Complete Solutions (Answered) Name 3 of the more important range safety rules • DO NOT practice without rider permission from coach • Wear protective gear when riding • Know where the engine cut off switch is and how to use it • Do not pass other riders unless instructed to How will the riders coaches communicate with you on the range? • Use of hand signals during riding exercises • Verbal Communication What does it mean to have a space cushion? Space between your motorcycle and traffic How does a motorcycle utilize lane position? Position yourself to see potential problems ahead and so others can see you Name some ways to be more visible to others in traffic •Clothing (Bright Colors) •Headlight (During the day) •Signals (communicate by signals) •Brake Light (Flash before and during stops) •Horn (use to gain attention) What are the 3 "Lead Times"? RiderRadar 2-Seconds following distance 4-Seconds immediate path 12-Seconds anticipated path Why is the 2 second following distance considered minimum? Because less than ideal condition require increasing available time and space Why is the 4-Second lead time called immediate? Because anything within 4 seconds of your path will require an immediate or quick response What advantage is gained by using a 12 second anticipated path? Looking ahead to an area 12 seconds in front of you gives you time to prepare for a situation before it becomes immediate Name the 3 components of total stopping distance •Perception Distance •Reaction Distance •Braking Distance Safe riding is a skill of what kind? Safe riding is more a skill of the eyes and mind than the hands and feet What does it mean to search? To scan aggressively for potential factors and hazards in front, behind, and on your sides What is the characteristic of a convex mirror? •Allows the rider to see farther to the side •Distorts the depth perception What are the 3 general search categories? •Road and surface conditions •Traffic control devices, markings and signs •Other highway users What does evaluate mean? To anticipate potential problems and how they may affect you What are 3 action steps in Execute? • Adjust Speed • Adjust Position • Communicate your intentions What 3 things in the Oval of Safety affect your margin of safety? • Capabilities and limitations of your motorcycle • Your capabilities and limitations • Roadway/Traffic conditions Where is the greatest potential for conflict? Intersections present the greatest potential for conflict What 4 steps should you follow when around an intersection? • Check traffic behind you • Check oncoming traffic • Check traffic to the left • Check traffic to the right What is the significance about a traffic-actuated signal? Sensors in the road detect the presence of a vehicle and make the light change
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