Chapter 7a: Handling Riding Emergencies

The chapter “Handling Riding Emergencies” in the Alberta motorcycle practice test is essential for riders to prepare for unexpected situations on the road.

Alberta Motorcycle Test - Chapter 7a: Handling Riding Emergencies

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Why is it recommended that you do not brake while swerving around an object?

Braking increases your lean angle automatically

Braking will always straighten the motorcycle

A sudden change in braking while leaning can cause a loss of control

Braking has no effect while leaning

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If your motorcycle is equipped with ABS, what must you do to use it effectively?

Use only the rear brake in emergencies

Practice to get the feel for this type of braking

Avoid using the front brake

Pump the brakes rapidly

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For the quickest emergency stop when you cannot go around a problem and the motorcycle is upright, what should you do?

Use both brakes to maximum threshold

Shift to neutral and coast

Use the rear brake only

Use the front brake only

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Why is it important not to lock the wheels while braking?

To save fuel

To reduce tire temperature

To maintain steering control and prevent skidding

To increase stopping distance

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If you must ride over an object you cannot avoid, what should you do first if possible?

Accelerate hard into the object

Reduce speed by easing off the throttle and threshold brake before reaching it

Stand completely upright and lock both brakes

Turn off the engine

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When you apply the brakes on a motorcycle, what happens to the weight of the rider and cargo?

It shifts from side to side

It shifts forward, increasing braking force on the front wheel

It shifts backward, increasing braking force on the rear wheel

It stays evenly distributed

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What is “threshold braking”?

Braking to the point just before the wheels lock

Braking with only the front brake

Braking with only the rear brake

Braking as hard as possible until the wheels skid

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When riding over an obstacle, how should you hold the hand grips?

Loosely, with stiff arms

Firmly, with your arms relaxed

Very tightly, with locked elbows

With one hand only

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If you need to brake and swerve, when should you apply the brakes?

Before you lean and after you straighten the motorcycle

At any time without concern

Only while you are at maximum lean

Only midway through the swerve

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If going around a hazard is not an option, what should you do during controlled emergency braking?

Turn the handlebars sharply and brake hard

Keep the motorcycle upright and the front wheel straight while applying threshold braking

Lean the motorcycle and apply the front brake only

Lean the motorcycle and apply the rear brake only

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If your front wheel locks during braking, what should you do?

Release the hand brake lever just enough to unlock the wheel, then reapply gradually

Release both brakes completely and coast

Keep the front brake fully applied

Apply more rear brake instead

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After you have ridden over a hard object, what should you do when safe?

Immediately accelerate to highway speed

Stand on one peg to test balance

Move off the road, stop, and check tires and rims for damage

Turn off your lights

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Why should you not take your feet off the foot pegs during emergency braking?

It increases stopping power

It reduces wind resistance

It improves balance when stopped

You will not be able to use the rear brake or change gears

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If your rear brake locks on a normal paved surface, what should you do?

Pump the rear brake repeatedly

Shift into a lower gear and accelerate

Immediately release the rear brake

Keep it locked

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On what type of surface may you release a locked rear brake to regain control?

Concrete only

Wet pavement only

Loose surfaces such as sand or gravel

Dry pavement only

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What should you do with your body position when riding over an object?

Lean far to one side

Shift your weight further back on the seat and stand slightly on the foot pegs

Sit completely upright and rigid

Move your weight far forward and sit heavily

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If you must brake while the front wheel is turned, how should you apply the brakes?

Suddenly, with maximum pressure

Only with the front brake

Only with the rear brake

Gradually, using smooth threshold braking with less pressure

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What is the first step if your throttle gets stuck open?

Turn the handlebars quickly

Shift into a higher gear

Apply the front brake hard

Squeeze the clutch lever and use the engine kill switch

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How do you initiate a controlled swerve to the right around an obstacle?

Pull on both grips equally

Push on the right hand grip to lean the motorcycle right

Push on the left hand grip

Pull on the right hand grip to lift the motorcycle

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Why should you check your mirrors frequently as you ride?

To check fuel level

To see your passenger

To be aware of what is behind you for safe emergency stops

To watch your own lane position

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This section focuses on equipping motorcyclists with the skills needed to respond effectively to emergencies, such as sudden stops, skids, or obstacles. It teaches crucial techniques like emergency braking, swerving, and regaining control during a slide. Emphasizing quick decision-making and calmness under pressure, the chapter ensures riders are ready to handle unforeseen challenges. By mastering these emergency handling skills, motorcyclists can significantly enhance their safety and confidence, promoting responsible riding across Alberta’s diverse road conditions.