Wyoming Motorcycle: Motorcycle Controls & Operation Practice Test

Question 1

Before riding an unfamiliar motorcycle, the manual says to operate the throttle, clutch and brakes several times. Why?

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Controls react a little differently from one motorcycle to the next — Along with learning the gear pattern, the manual advises trying out each of these controls several times before riding off, because every motorcycle's controls respond a little differently.

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It warms up the brake fluid for better stopping

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It resets the engine's fuel mixture

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The engine won't start until you do

Question 2

Once you're seated on the motorcycle before starting out, how should the clutch feel when you check it?

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Tight and smooth — The on-the-motorcycle checks include making sure the clutch and throttle work smoothly. The throttle should snap back when released, and the clutch should feel tight and smooth.

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Loose, with lots of free play

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Stiff and hard to pull

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Spongy, so it slips easily

Question 3

During a pre-ride check of your headlight, what should you confirm about the beam switch?

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That both the high and low beams work — Before a ride, the manual says to check the headlight and taillight and test the switch so you know both high and low beams work.

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That it stays on high beam at all times

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That the low beam aims at the pavement just ahead

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That the switch is locked so it can't be bumped

Question 4

Besides helping your balance, why does the manual say to keep your feet near the controls?

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So you can reach the controls quickly if needed — Your feet belong firmly on the footpegs for balance and close to the controls so you can reach them quickly. The manual also warns against dragging your feet.

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So your boots rest on the engine for warmth

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So your toes can point down toward the road

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So you can drag your feet in slow turns

Question 5

You've handled a stuck throttle and pulled off the road. What should you do before riding again?

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Inspect the throttle cable and confirm the throttle moves freely — After stopping, the manual says to check the throttle cable carefully for the source of the problem and to confirm that the throttle moves freely before you set off again.

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Restart and ride on if the idle sounds normal

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Leave the engine cut-off switch on for the rest of the trip

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Loosen the throttle cable so it can't stick again

Question 6

Wyoming law limits how high motorcycle handlebars may be. What is the limit?

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Hands on the grips may not be above shoulder height when seated upright — No one may operate a motorcycle with handlebars set so that the rider's hands on the grips are above shoulder height while seated astride with the motorcycle upright.

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The grips may not be higher than the top of the headlight

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The grips must stay below the top of the windshield

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There is no limit if the motorcycle passes inspection

Question 7

What change to tire pressure does the manual suggest when you carry a passenger?

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Add a few pounds of pressure, following the owner's manual — Extra weight calls for adjusting the suspension, and the manual says a few more pounds of tire pressure will likely be needed, with the owner's manual giving the right settings.

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Let a few pounds out for better grip

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Leave it exactly as it is for solo riding

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Fill the tires to the maximum sidewall rating

Question 8

Wyoming requires a mirror on every motorcycle. Where must it be mounted?

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On the left side, reflecting the highway behind — The equipment rules call for a mirror on the motorcycle's left side, placed so it reflects the highway behind you.

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On the right side, showing the shoulder

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At the center of the handlebars, facing forward

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Anywhere the rider chooses

Question 9

A motorcycle has a working headlight, taillight, brake light, left-side mirror, muffler and horn. Which item required by Wyoming law is still missing?

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A red rear reflector — Besides the lights, left mirror, muffler and horn, Wyoming requires at least one red rear reflector. Turn signals are optional, and only one mirror, on the left, is required.

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A right-side mirror

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Front turn signals

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A passenger backrest

Question 10

You're adjusting your moped's seat and handlebars so pedaling is easier. What does the manual say you should be able to do while seated on the saddle?

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Touch the ground with your heels — The manual notes that pedaling a moped is harder than pedaling a bicycle, so set the seat and handlebars so your heels reach the ground while you sit astride the saddle. That setup lets your legs nearly straighten on each down stroke.

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Reach the ground with just the tips of your toes

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Sit high enough that your feet cannot reach the ground

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Hold the handlebars with your elbows locked straight

Question 11

The manual says to work toward a smooth, even clutch release. When does it say this matters most?

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When downshifting — The manual stresses an even, smooth release of the clutch, above all when downshifting. Shifting down while going too fast can make the motorcycle lurch and the rear wheel skid.

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When pulling away from a green light

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When shifting into neutral at a stop

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When the engine is still cold

Question 12

Why does the manual want your handlebars set so your hands are no higher than your elbows?

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It lets you use the proper muscles for precise steering — Setting the handlebars so your hands sit at or below elbow level lets you use the right muscles for precise steering.

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It keeps your arms fully straight for leverage

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It lowers the motorcycle's center of gravity

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It keeps your hands out of the wind

Wyoming Motorcycle: Motorcycle Controls & Operation practice test

Study questions with answers

1. Before riding an unfamiliar motorcycle, the manual says to operate the throttle, clutch and brakes several times. Why?

2. Once you're seated on the motorcycle before starting out, how should the clutch feel when you check it?

3. During a pre-ride check of your headlight, what should you confirm about the beam switch?

4. Besides helping your balance, why does the manual say to keep your feet near the controls?

5. You've handled a stuck throttle and pulled off the road. What should you do before riding again?

6. Wyoming law limits how high motorcycle handlebars may be. What is the limit?

7. What change to tire pressure does the manual suggest when you carry a passenger?

8. Wyoming requires a mirror on every motorcycle. Where must it be mounted?

9. A motorcycle has a working headlight, taillight, brake light, left-side mirror, muffler and horn. Which item required by Wyoming law is still missing?

10. You're adjusting your moped's seat and handlebars so pedaling is easier. What does the manual say you should be able to do while seated on the saddle?

11. The manual says to work toward a smooth, even clutch release. When does it say this matters most?

12. Why does the manual want your handlebars set so your hands are no higher than your elbows?

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