Iowa Motorcycle Practice Test 8

1.What is the purpose of rolling on the throttle in a turn?

To shorten the turning radiusTo transfer weight onto the front tireTo hold or slightly raise your speed, which helps steady the motorcycleTo warm the rear tire before the exit

2.Why does the manual say a rider's own clothing matters so much to being seen?

Because the rider's body makes up half the visible surface of the rider-and-motorcycle unitBecause the rider sits higher than the machineBecause clothing reflects more light than paint doesBecause drivers look at riders rather than at motorcycles

3.Most riders are moving slower than 30 mph when they crash. What does the manual say a helmet does at those speeds?

It roughly doubles the chance of a neck fractureIt cuts head and neck injuries roughly in half, both in number and in severityIt makes no measurable difference below 30 mphIt only helps if the rider is thrown clear of the machine

4.Why does the manual tell you to begin with your right wrist flat on the throttle?

It keeps the brake lever within reach of one fingerIt stops you from feeding in more throttle than you meant toIt reduces vibration through the handlebarIt is required for the Iowa skills test

5.With no sign posted, what general speed limit applies on Iowa's rural interstate highways?

55 mph70 mph65 mph60 mph

6.How many paths of travel does the manual say a single traffic lane offers a motorcycle?

ThreeTwoFourOne, the same as for a car

7.The Iowa motorcycle manual lists three pieces of gear that greatly improve your odds of walking away from a crash. What are they?

A helmet that meets DOT standards, protection for your eyes or face, and protective clothingA reflective vest, a windshield, and steel-toed work bootsA back protector, a neck brace, and a cooling vestA radio headset, sunglasses, and a rain poncho

8.What limits does the manual suggest for guarding against fatigue on a long ride?

Ride no more than twelve hours a day with one stopRide no more than about six hours a day, dismounting for a break at two-hour intervals or soonerRide until dark, then restStop only when you feel tired

9.How should the brakes be checked during the tires-and-wheels portion of a pre-ride inspection?

Apply both at once while rolling slowlyListen for squealing at the first stop of the rideTry each lever on its own, checking that it feels firm and will hold the motorcycleLook only at the fluid level in the reservoir

10.Which set of adjustments does the manual recommend for riding after dark?

Ride faster to spend less time in the dark and follow more closely for lightUse the low beam at all times and follow at one secondSlow down, allow a three-second or longer gap, and switch to the high beam whenever no vehicle is ahead of you or coming toward youRide only on unlit roads where oncoming lights cannot dazzle you