CONTROLS
Show me how you would check that the horn is working on this machine.
Check is carried out by pressing the horn (turn on ignition if necessary).
Show me how you would check that the lights & brake lights and reflectors are clean and working.
Operate all switches (turn on ignition if necessary), identify reflectors. Check visually for cleanliness and operation.
Show me how you would check the operation of the engine cut out switch.
Turn on the ignition and operate the engine cutout switch. Learn2Ride motorcycle training Derry / Londonderry can cover all show me / tell me questions in detail.
BRAKES
Identify where the brake fluid reservoir is and tell me how you would check that you have a safe level of hydraulic fluid.
Identify reservoir, check level against high / low markings.
Show me how you would check the operation of the front brake on this machine.
Wheel the motorcycle forward and apply the front brake.
Show me how you would check the operation of the brakes on this machine.
Check for excessive travel on the brake lever and the brake pedal and for unusual play or sponginess. Learn2Ride motorcycle training Derry / Londonderry can cover all show me / tell me questions in detail.
TYRES
Tell me how you would check your tyres to ensure that they are correctly inflated, have sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is safe to use on the road.
Correct tyre pressure settings can be found in the owner's manual. Pressures should be checked using a reliable gauge. Tread depth must be at least 1mm deep, forming a continuous band at least ¾ of the breadth of the tread and all the way around. There should be no lumps, bulges or tears.
ENGINE OIL
Identify where you would check the engine oil level and tell me how you would check that the engine has sufficient oil.
Identify where to check level, i.e. dipstick or sight glass. Explain that level should be between max and min marks. For dipstick remove dipstick and wipe clean, return and remove again to check oil level against max / min marks. For sight glass, ensure glass is clean when checking.
CHAIN
Tell me how you would check the condition of the chain on this machine.
Check for chain wear, correct tension and rear wheel alignment. Tension should be adjusted as specified in the machine handbook. Drive chain should be lubricated to ensure that excessive wear does not take place.
Tell me how you would ensure the rear wheel is straight when adjusting the chain tension.
Identify marks on either side of swingarm and ensure they are equal.
What advice you would give to a new pillion passenger?
Make sure they are wearing the correct clothing including an approved helmet. Make sure they sit on the bike astride, facing forwards with their feet on the foot pegs at all times. Tell them where to hold on to- either to the rider or the grab rail. Don’t fidget about. Lean with the rider and the bike into the corners. Do not make any arm signals. Do not look over my shoulder.
What changes would you make to the bike if you were taking a pillion passenger?
Adjust the suspension according to the manufacturer’s advice (owner’s manual). Adjust the headlights according to the manufacturer’s advice (owner’s manual). Increase the tyre pressures according to the manufacturer’s advice (owner’s manual). Fold the foot pegs down and adjust the mirrors as the back will squat down.
How is the extra weight on the back going to affect the handling?
Cornering is going to be affected. Centre of gravity is higher therefore it is wise to go into corners slower. Acceleration is going to be affected. On a more powerful bike the front could go very light. Deceleration is also affected. Stopping distances are going to increase. The front wheel is going to be lighter therefore it will feel a little bit vague.
What would affect your balance?
Drink/ drugs. Additional weight. Wind. Poorly maintained machine. Road surface. Learn2Ride motorcycle training Derry / Londonderry can cover all show me / tell me questions in detail.