Accidents and Emergency Procedures Flashcards

You experience sudden, violent front-wheel wobble (speed wobble) on the highway. You should:

Answer: Grip firmly, roll off the throttle smoothly, and avoid braking hard

Rolling off the throttle gradually reduces speed without the abrupt force changes that can worsen a speed wobble.

If your engine seizes while riding, you should expect:

Answer: The rear wheel to lock up suddenly

An engine seizure can abruptly lock the rear wheel, creating a skid similar to full rear-brake application.

You are first on the scene of a crash. After calling 911, you should next:

Answer: Assess scene safety before approaching injured riders

Scene safety must always be confirmed before approaching to avoid a rescuer becoming an additional victim.

When is laying a motorcycle down intentionally considered a valid last resort?

Answer: Almost never — controlled braking almost always produces a better outcome

Modern braking research shows controlled braking nearly always yields shorter stopping distances and fewer injuries than intentional lay-downs.

After a collision, shock in a rider may present as:

Answer: Pale skin, rapid pulse, confusion, and cool clammy skin

Shock reduces blood pressure and perfusion, causing pallor, rapid weak pulse, confusion, and cool clammy skin.

The 'recovery position' is used for a crash victim who is:

Answer: Unconscious, breathing, and no suspected spinal injury

The recovery position keeps an unconscious breathing victim's airway clear and allows fluids to drain without risk of choking.

Portable fire extinguishers carried by riders should be rated at minimum:

Answer: BC or ABC for fuel and electrical fires

Motorcycle fires typically involve fuel (class B) and electrical components (class C), requiring a BC or ABC rated extinguisher.