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Quiz about The Art Of Motorcycle Safety
Quiz about The Art Of Motorcycle Safety

The Art Of Motorcycle Safety Trivia Quiz


For every dream of being an 'easy rider' there is the reality that motorbiking can be dangerous. Test your knowledge of staying safe on two wheels.

A multiple-choice quiz by darksplash. Estimated time: 5 mins.
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Author
darksplash
Time
5 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
286,766
Updated
Aug 28 22
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Tough
Avg Score
6 / 10
Plays
556
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Question 1 of 10
1. What percentage of urban collisions involving other vehicles is caused by motorcyclists?

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Question 2 of 10
2. What percentage of car and van drivers involved in collisions with motorcyclists claim they did not see the motorbike beforehand? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. What is European standard with which all motorcycle helmets sold in the UK must conform?

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Question 4 of 10
4. It is a legal requirement in the European Union to have a visor fitted to a motorcycle helmet.


Question 5 of 10
5. When you come across a collision involving a motorcycle, the first thing you should do is move the rider to a safe place.


Question 6 of 10
6. What is the name of the UK-wide initiative that seeks to promote and improve motorcycling standards? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. When assisting a motorcyclist who has been involved in a collision and come off a machine, it is vital to remove his or her helmet quickly.


Question 8 of 10
8. What is the UK legal minimum tread depth for tyres on motorcycles more powerful than 50cc? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. In which of the following circumstances do road safety experts recommend that motorcyclists switch on their headlights? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Facts and fictions: Three of these statements are motorcycling myths, one is true, and could help save your life. Which one is true? Hint



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1. What percentage of urban collisions involving other vehicles is caused by motorcyclists?

Answer: 10

Some of the most common collisions are caused when car and van drivers emerge from side roads into the paths of motorcyclists who have the right of way. For many years in the UK, television advertisements urged drivers emerging from junctions to "think once, think twice - think bike".
2. What percentage of car and van drivers involved in collisions with motorcyclists claim they did not see the motorbike beforehand?

Answer: 30

That percentage rises to 50 at night. Motorcyclists are much more likely to be seen if they are wearing fluorescent or reflective clothing. In Great Britain, motorcyclists represent less than 1% of road traffic volume, but account for 18% of deaths and serious injuries. (Source: Department for Transport report "Tomorrow's roads: Safer for Everyone" 2006).

In the USA, Highway Safety Authority figures show that motorcyclists are three times more likely than car drivers to be involved in a fatal crash.
3. What is European standard with which all motorcycle helmets sold in the UK must conform?

Answer: ECE 22-05

The older British Standard 6658 is also suitable. These are categorised as Type A (blue label) or Type B (green label) respectively. Both these are considered better that the American DOT or older European standards. Helmets without the sticker or the BSI Kitemark should not be purchased.
4. It is a legal requirement in the European Union to have a visor fitted to a motorcycle helmet.

Answer: False

But if one is fitted, it must comply with BS 4110 ZA or YA test standards. Blacked-out visors are not legal, nor are any without the BS (British Standards) kitemark.
5. When you come across a collision involving a motorcycle, the first thing you should do is move the rider to a safe place.

Answer: False

The only situation in which you should move a casualty is if there is a fire.
The advice on moving riders, of course, does not apply to medical professionals, who will make a careful assessment before moving any casualty.
6. What is the name of the UK-wide initiative that seeks to promote and improve motorcycling standards?

Answer: Bikesafe

Bikesafe is run by various UK police services in conjunction with insurance companies and motorcycle manufacturers/retailers. The scheme offers bikers a chance to take part in a supervised 'ride out' with trained police officers. It is not a substitute for formal lessons from a qualified instructor. More information from www.bikesafe.co.uk
7. When assisting a motorcyclist who has been involved in a collision and come off a machine, it is vital to remove his or her helmet quickly.

Answer: False

If the rider is breathing and there is no danger of choking, do not attempt to remove the helmet. Only do so if there is a danger that the rider will die without immediate resuscitation. After a collision it is vital that the rider's head and neck should remain supported until medical staff arrive and fit a surgical collar.
8. What is the UK legal minimum tread depth for tyres on motorcycles more powerful than 50cc?

Answer: 1mm across three quarters of the tread

Properly inflated tyres with sufficient tread depth are a motorcyclist's best friend. The tyres are the point of contact with the road and good tyres are vital for grip and braking efficiency. This is the legal minimum, but responsible motorcyclists will change the tyres before they get so lacking in tread depth.
9. In which of the following circumstances do road safety experts recommend that motorcyclists switch on their headlights?

Answer: At all times

Using dipped headlights will make you more visible to others. Many modern motorcycles, particularly in the USA, are 'hard wired' so that the headlights come on while the engine is running. However, switching on the light does not make you 'king of the road' or absolve you of the need to take responsibility for your own actions.
10. Facts and fictions: Three of these statements are motorcycling myths, one is true, and could help save your life. Which one is true?

Answer: A loud exhaust is not safer

Some people contend that a a noisy exhaust will help other road users know you are there, but, in fact, by the time you are close enough for a car driver to hear you, it's too late.

Of the three myths, it may seem logical that a helmet will create a pivotal force on the neck, but in fact helmets absorb the energy that causes broken necks; you will be able to stop more quickly by staying upright and trying to brake efficiently; extensive tests have shown that experienced riders stop in shorter distances with anti-lock brakes. [Source: 'Motorcycle Cruiser', 2006]
Source: Author darksplash

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