TEST QUESTIONS

TEST MACHINE SAFETY QUESTIONS

The Test Questions Simplified

Before you go out on your Test the Examiner will ask you a Safety Question: Remember BOLTS’C from your CBT: He will ask you how to check the two of the following:

B – Check front and rear brake operation by pushing the bike and applying the brakes, making sure they both stop the bike and release freely. Also check the callipers and hoses for fluid leaks and fluid level in brake reservoirs

O – The only way to check the oil is with the bike on the centre stand on firm level ground. Let the oil settle into the sump for a few minutes then either check the sight glass on the side of the gearbox or take out the dipstick wipe it clean then dip it back to check level against high and low level marks on dipstick

L – Lights check all of the electrical components: Horn, Kill Switch, High / Low beam on headlamp, Indicators, Brake lights and Ignition switch. These checks are carried out with the ignition on

T – Tyres check tyres for: minimum dread depth 1mm accross 75% of the face of the tread with visable tread on the remainder, no threads or beading showing, correct pressure according to manufacturer’s specifications, nails, screws and blebs on sidewalls of tyres. The tyres must be in good overall condition

S – Steering and suspension, Steering needs to be checked with bike on centre stand, move the steering from side to side ensuring there is free movement and no jamming cables. With the engine running listen for increases in engine note as this could indicate a trapped throttle cable. Check suspension for oil leaks around the fork seals on the front and rear suspension

C – Chain, Check the chain for the correct tension (refer to manual), keep it well oiled and make sure the rear wheel is aligned after tensioning. Check for wear on chain and front and rear sprockets as this can effect gear change

QUESTIONS ABOUT TAKING A PASSENGER
The Examiner will ask one of the following questions at the end of the test. Advice you would give a pillion passenger. · Make sure they are wearing the correct clothing including an approved safety helmet · Tell them not to get on or off the bike until you're ready, because if they try to get on or off without you knowing they could make you lose your balance and fall over · Make sure they sit on the bike astride, facing forwards with their feet on the foot pegs at all times. · Tell them were to hold. Either to the rider or the grab rail. · Don’t fidget about. · Lean with the rider and the bike into the corners. · Don’t do any arm signals. · Don’t look over my shoulder. What changes would you make to the bike if you were taking a pillion passenger · Increase the tyre pressures according to the manufacturer’s advice (owner’s manual). · Adjust the suspension according to the manufacturer’s advice (owner’s manual). · Fold the foot pegs down. · Adjust the headlights according to the manufacturer’s advice (owner’s manual). · Adjust the mirrors up, as the back will squat down. How is the extra weight on the back going to affect the handling? · Acceleration is going to be affecting. On more powerful bike the front could go very light. · Deceleration is affected. Stopping distances are going to increase. · Cornering is going to be affected. Centre of gravity is higher therefore it is wise to go into corners slower. · Front wheel is going to be lighter. Therefore it will feel a little bit vague. What would affect your balance? · Wind. · Drink/Drugs. · Poorly maintained machine. · Additional weight. · Road surface.

QUESTIONS ABOUT TAKING A PASSENGER

The Examiner will ask one of the following questions at the end of the test.

Advice you would give a pillion passenger.

· Make sure they are wearing the correct clothing including an approved safety helmet

· Tell them not to get on or off the bike until you're ready, because if they try to get on or off without you knowing they could make you lose your balance and fall over

· Make sure they sit on the bike astride, facing forwards with their feet on the foot pegs at all times.

· Tell them were to hold. Either to the rider or the grab rail.

· Don’t fidget about.

· Lean with the rider and the bike into the corners.

· Don’t do any arm signals.

· Don’t look over my shoulder.

What changes would you make to the bike if you were taking a pillion passenger

· Increase the tyre pressures according to the manufacturer’s advice (owner’s manual).

· Adjust the suspension according to the manufacturer’s advice (owner’s manual).

· Fold the foot pegs down.

· Adjust the headlights according to the manufacturer’s advice (owner’s manual).

· Adjust the mirrors up, as the back will squat down.

How is the extra weight on the back going to affect the handling?

· Acceleration is going to be affecting. On more powerful bike the front could go very light.

· Deceleration is affected. Stopping distances are going to increase.

· Cornering is going to be affected. Centre of gravity is higher therefore it is wise to go into corners slower.

· Front wheel is going to be lighter. Therefore it will feel a little bit vague.

What would affect your balance?

· Wind.

· Drink/Drugs.

· Poorly maintained machine.

· Additional weight.

· Road surface.