Okay, it’s quiz time again. Time to challenge your minds based on scenarios in previous articles, CE talks at chapter meetings, and other assorted sources. Ready?

1. In the “Sally Goodrider” scenario, her rear tire blew out causing her to lose control and go into a ditch. What prevented her from having serious injuries?
2. In the “Les Moore, I Know It All” story, Les didn’t believe he needed any training. He also thought he could pass another vehicle without any problem. What was his mindset?
3. In “Night Rider”, Max got into fog. What does fog do to one’s perception?
4. In “It’s the Brakes”, why was Ira’s motorcycle always wobbling when he was braking?
5. In “I Wanna Ride”, when should George have gone over the “rules of the road” with his co-rider?
6. What are some ways to prevent heat exhaustion when riding in the summer?
7. Is eye contact a good form of communication?
8. What can be done to reduce reaction time when approaching intersections?
9. When doing a quick stop in a curve, where two steps are critical?
10. When should the T-CLOCS inspection be done?
11. When should tire pressure be checked?
12. What pattern should be used in group riding?

Answers:

1. Wearing proper riding gear
2. Poor attitude
3. Distorts it
4. He wasn’t looking straight and well ahead
5. Before she got onto the motorcycle
6. Wear proper gears (long sleeves, pants, helmet, eye protection) and drink plenty of fluids
7. No. A driver could actually be looking right through the rider.
8. Cover the brakes and clutch
9. Straighten the motorcycle first (squaring the handlebars) and then use maximum braking. Kept the two steps separated.
10. Pre-ride
11. When the tires are cold
12. Staggered

Till next time - Ride Safe and Stay Visible.

Collen Campbell
Chapter M-2 Rider Educator