M1 Handling and Control 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: When riding through a curve, when should most braking be done?
- In the middle of the curve
- Before entering the curve (Correct answer)
- While leaning hard
- After exiting only
Correct answer: Before entering the curve
Slow down before the curve so you can maintain steady speed through it.
Question 2: What is the correct throttle action as you exit a curve?
- Chop the throttle off
- Gradually roll on the throttle (Correct answer)
- Snap it wide open
- Hold it fully closed
Correct answer: Gradually roll on the throttle
Gradually rolling on the throttle stabilizes the motorcycle as you straighten up.
Question 3: To swerve to avoid an obstacle, you should:
- Brake and swerve at the same time
- Swerve first, then brake if needed (Correct answer)
- Only brake
- Close your eyes and lean
Correct answer: Swerve first, then brake if needed
Never brake while swerving; separate the two actions to keep traction.
Question 4: What is the safest way to cross railroad tracks that run parallel to your path?
- Ride directly in the groove
- Cross at as close to a 90-degree angle as practical (Correct answer)
- Stop on the tracks first
- Speed across sideways
Correct answer: Cross at as close to a 90-degree angle as practical
Crossing tracks at a right angle reduces the chance of a tire catching in the groove.
Question 5: When carrying a passenger, how does handling change?
- Braking distance decreases
- The bike accelerates faster
- Stopping takes longer and the bike is heavier (Correct answer)
- Nothing changes
Correct answer: Stopping takes longer and the bike is heavier
Extra weight increases stopping distance and requires adjustments in braking and cornering.
Question 6: Rising off the seat slightly is helpful when:
- Riding on a smooth highway
- Approaching a bump or rough surface (Correct answer)
- Making a slow U-turn
- Idling at a light
Correct answer: Approaching a bump or rough surface
Standing slightly on the pegs lets your legs absorb the shock of bumps.
Question 7: What should you do if your motorcycle starts to wobble?
- Brake hard immediately
- Grip firmly and gradually roll off the throttle (Correct answer)
- Accelerate quickly
- Turn sharply
Correct answer: Grip firmly and gradually roll off the throttle
Ease off the throttle gradually and hold the grips firmly rather than braking abruptly.
M1 Handling and Control 3
When riding through a curve, when should most braking be done?