Virginia Motorcycle Gear and Motorcycle Checks Practice Test

What the Virginia Motorcycle Operator Manual says about gear and motorcycle checks

• Preparing to Ride

  What you do before a trip goes a long way toward arriving safely: a safe rider wears the right gear, checks the motorcycle and gets familiar with it before setting off. p. 4

• Check the Motorcycle

  Check the brake light by trying both brake controls: each one should turn on the brake light. p. 6

• Get Familiar with the Motorcycle

  On an unfamiliar motorcycle, ride very cautiously until you're used to how it handles: accelerate gently, take turns more slowly and leave extra room for stopping. p. 6

• The Right Equipment

  Make sure your motorcycle is right for you and fits you: your feet should reach the ground while you are seated. p. 24

• Your Motorcycle

  So your motorcycle won't let you down: start with the right equipment, keep it in safe riding condition, and avoid add-ons or modifications that make it harder to handle. p. 24

• Motorcycle Care

  Keep the engine oil at the recommended level: a lack of oil can make the engine seize. p. 25

Where it is in the Virginia Motorcycle Operator Manual

• p. 4–6Section 2 · Preparing to ride: gear, helmets and the motorcycle check
• p. 24–25Section 12 · The right equipment and motorcycle care

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