Chapter 7b: Handling Riding Emergencies

The free Alberta motorcycle license practice test’s chapter “Handling Riding Emergencies” is vital for preparing riders to face unexpected road situations.

Alberta Motorcycle Test - Chapter 7b: Handling Riding Emergencies

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What is the correct initial response to a sudden front tire blowout?

Apply the front brake immediately

Lean the motorcycle hard to one side

Hold the hand grips firmly, steer straight, do not brake, and ease off the throttle

Accelerate to regain balance

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After a rear tire blowout, what should you do first?

Hold the hand grips firmly, try to steer straight, do not brake, and slowly ease off the throttle

Brake hard with the rear brake

Lean sharply to one side

Immediately shift into neutral

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How will the motorcycle behave if the rear tire suddenly goes flat?

The engine will stall

The steering will feel heavy

The front of the motorcycle will lift

The back of the motorcycle will tend to sway from side to side

4 / 20

How should you handle a dog that runs toward your motorcycle?

Kick at the dog with your foot

Stop immediately and put your feet down

Reduce speed and downshift, then accelerate away as the dog approaches

Swerve toward the dog to scare it

5 / 20

What should you do before resuming riding after a stuck throttle incident?

Inflate the tires

Ride slowly in first gear only

Ensure the problem has been corrected

Rev the engine several times

6 / 20

At what times are animals generally more active and thus a greater hazard?

Only at midnight

Only during heavy rain

At dusk and dawn

Around noon

7 / 20

If insects smear your visor or flying stones crack it, what is the safest action?

Stand up on the pegs to see better

Slow down and ride with one eye closed

Wipe the visor while riding

Concentrate on controlling the motorcycle, then move off the road and stop to fix the problem

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Why is adequate eye and face protection important when riding?

It makes you more visible to other drivers

Airborne objects can cause pain, loss of vision, and interfere with seeing clearly

It reduces engine noise

It improves fuel economy

9 / 20

After using the kill switch for a stuck throttle, what should you do next?

Restart the engine immediately

Put the motorcycle in neutral and coast in traffic

Look for a safe place to stop and move off the road

Lean the motorcycle sharply

10 / 20

After slowing from a wobble and moving safely off the road, what should you do before riding again?

Deflate both tires slightly

Ride faster to see if it returns

Have the motorcycle checked by a qualified person if the problem cannot be corrected now

Remove the windshield

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What is a wobble?

The handlebars turning fully

The front wheel shaking from side to side

The engine vibrating at idle

The rear wheel lifting under braking

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What is recommended regarding your riding position during a rear tire blowout?

Maintain your position and then shift your weight further back on the seat

Stand fully upright on the pegs

Hang off to the inside

Move as far forward as possible

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Where should your feet be when dealing with a dog running toward your motorcycle?

Keep one foot down to be ready to stop

Put one foot on the ground to kick the dog

Keep both feet on the foot pegs to help maintain control

Lift both feet off the pegs

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In a front wheel wobble, how should you reduce speed?

Apply the rear brake only

Apply the front brake firmly

Shift to neutral immediately

Gradually close the throttle

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How will the motorcycle feel if the front tire suddenly goes flat?

The rear will sway from side to side

The steering will feel heavy or stiff

The engine will surge

The handlebars will feel loose

16 / 20

Which of the following can cause a front wheel wobble?

Low engine oil

Proper tire pressure and correct loading

Clean windshield

Incorrect tire pressure, bent rims, misaligned wheels, or uneven load

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How should you respond if an animal is near the road?

Reduce your speed and be prepared to steer around it or stop

Turn off your headlights

Honk and accelerate toward it

Ride as close as possible to scare it away

18 / 20

If your motorcycle develops a front wheel wobble, what should you avoid doing?

Do not steer

Do not signal

Do not roll off the throttle

Do not use your brakes

19 / 20

In a rear tire blowout, which brake should you use to stop, and how?

Use both brakes to skid to a stop

Use no brakes at any time

Use the front brake carefully to come to a gradual stop in a safe place

Use the rear brake aggressively

20 / 20

In a front tire blowout, which brake should you use to come to a stop, and how?

Use both brakes to lock the wheels

Use the front brake aggressively to stop quickly

Do not use any brakes at all

Use the rear brake carefully to come to a gradual stop in a safe place

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This chapter focuses on essential skills for managing emergencies, such as sudden stops, skids, or encounters with obstacles. Riders learn techniques like emergency braking, swerving, and recovering from slides. Emphasizing the importance of quick decision-making and maintaining composure, it prepares motorcyclists to respond effectively under pressure. Mastering these skills enhances safety and boosts confidence, enabling riders to handle unforeseen challenges responsibly. This chapter is crucial for ensuring preparedness and promoting safe riding practices on Alberta’s diverse roads.

Challenge yourself by repeatedly engaging with the Alberta motorcycle practice test study questions. Aim to understand and articulate the underlying concepts clearly and confidently, without needing to consult your notes.