Controls & Handling: practice questions

Correct answer: Use both the front and rear brakes together

Using both brakes together gives the shortest and most stable stop in normal conditions.

Reference: RTA/MOI Motorcycle Handbook — Braking (verify current guidance)

Correct answer: Smoothly and progressively

Grabbing the front brake can lock the wheel; apply it smoothly and progressively to keep control.

Reference: RTA/MOI Motorcycle Handbook — Front brake control

Correct answer: Before you enter the bend

Slow down before the bend so you can ride through it smoothly without harsh mid-bend braking that could unsettle the bike.

Reference: RTA/MOI Motorcycle Handbook — Cornering

Correct answer: Smooth clutch and throttle control while looking up

Balancing clutch and throttle and looking where you want to go keeps a motorcycle stable at low speed.

Reference: RTA/MOI Motorcycle Handbook — Low-speed control

Correct answer: Gently, avoiding harsh front braking

Loose surfaces offer little grip; gentle braking, especially at the front, reduces the risk of a skid.

Reference: RTA/MOI Motorcycle Handbook — Braking on low-grip surfaces

Correct answer: True

Sudden, hard front braking on a low-grip surface can lock the front wheel and cause a skid or fall.

Reference: RTA/MOI Motorcycle Handbook — Skid avoidance