Allstate Rider News: Road Conditions Quiz

Road Conditions Quiz - Do you know how to handle your bike in less-than-perfect conditions?

1. When riding on gravelly road surfaces,
you should:

A. Watch the front wheel closely.

B. Keep your eyes up, looking ahead to where you want to go.

C. Increase your speed slightly.

D. Decrease your speed slightly as needed.

E. B and D.

F. A and C.

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2. If it is wet or raining, when using the brakes,
it is best to:

A. Pump both brakes alternately.

B. Pump the front, while lightly tapping the rear.

C. Use both brakes carefully, progressively and smoothly.

D. Use both brakes like normal, as long as you are straight up and down.

E. Use only the back brake, not touching the front brake.

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3. If you hit a big piece of debris on the road:

A. You should take the bike to a motorcycle shop for them to inspect it.

B. Pull over and inspect the bike's tires, undercarriage, etc.

C. If you don't hear any strange noises, check the bike after the ride.

D. You should schedule an oil change.

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4. When crossing railroad tracks:

A. Attempt to cross the tracks approaching at a 90-degree angle under normal power, or a little slower if possible.

B. Attempt to hit them square, and accelerate as you approach them.

C. Ride over them like normal, and don't worry, modern motorcycle tires easily cross them, and it is no longer necessary to exercise caution.

D. Accelerate slightly, while hitting them at a slight angle if possible.

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5. If you see a pothole coming:

A. Slam on the brakes so you don't hit it too hard.

B. Swerve as hard as you can.

C. Steer around it if you can, and if you can't avoid it, hit it as squarely as possible.

D. Speed up so you will clear it better.

E. Stand up and pull back slightly on the handlebars to lighten the front end.

F. Either C or E, depending on circumstances.

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Source: http://www.motorcycle.com/rider-safety/road-conditions-quiz-88128.html

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