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| Mirrors mounted on left and right side of bike must give a clear view of how many feet? |
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| What makes a muffler illegal? |
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| Cutouts, bypasses, or similar devises and changing the exhaust to amplify the noise. |
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| Handle bars can not exceed how many inches above seat level? |
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| Horn needs to be heard for how many feet? |
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| What is the correct protective gear? |
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Definition
A DOT compliant helmet.
Face or eye protection.
Protective clothing. |
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| Where do most crashes happen? |
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Definition
| On short trips (less than five miles long). |
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| At what speeds do most crashes happen? |
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| To get the most protection from a helmet, what should you make sure it has? |
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Definition
Meets US Dept of Transportation (DOT) standards with a label from the Snell Memorial Foundation.
Fits snugly all the way around.
Has no obvious defects such as cracks, loose padding or frayed straps. |
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| Eye and face shield protection must be: |
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Definition
Be free of scratches
Be resistant to penetration
Give a clear view to either side
Fasten securely so it does not blow off
Permit air to pass through to reduce fogging
Permit enough room for eyeglasses/sunglasses |
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| What can help protect your face in a crash? |
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Definition
| a plastic shatter-resistant faceshield |
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| Face shields can protect you from what? |
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| wind, dust, dirt, rain, insects and pebbles. |
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| Jacket and pants should cover what? |
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Definition
| Jacket and pants should cover arms and legs completely. |
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| When selecting footwear they should be what? |
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Definition
| High and study enough to cover ankles and give them support |
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| Soles of your boots or shoes should be made of what? |
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Definition
| Made of hard, durable, slip-resistant material with short heels. |
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| Why should you wear gloves and what should they be made of? |
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Definition
| Gloves allow a better grip and help protect your hands while riding. Gloves should be made of leather or similar durable material. |
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| What is the purpose of hearing protection? |
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Definition
| To reduce noise while allowing you to hear important sounds such as car horns or sirens. |
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| What is the right motorcycle "fit"? |
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Definition
| Your feet should reach the ground while you are seated. |
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| What are the minimum requirements for a street legal motorcycle? |
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Definition
Headlight, taillight and brakelight
Front and rear brakes
Turn signals
Horn
Two mirrors |
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| What parts of the motorcycle should you be able to operate without having to look for them? |
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Definition
Turn signals
horn
high beam
fuel-supply valve
engine cut-off switch |
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| What does T-CLOCS stand for? |
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Definition
Tires and wheels
Controls
Lights & electrics
Oil & other fluids
Chassis
Stands |
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