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Page 2: ...on shaD on the grounds ofrace color national origin gender age or disability be excludedfrom participation in be denied the benefits of or be othenvise subjected to discrimination under any lTD servic...

Page 3: ...ation Department Division of Motor Vehicles P O Box 7129 Boise ID 83707 1129 Phone Fax Web Address 208 334 8735 208 334 8739 dmv idaho gov This handbook paraphrases the language ofthe Idaho Motor Vehi...

Page 4: ...fied MSF Motorcycle Chief Instructor representatives from the Department of Education the Idaho S TAR Motorcycle Safety Program and a member of the Idaho Coalition for Motorcycle Safety These individu...

Page 5: ...or motor driven cycle excluding tractor designed for or capable of traveling off developed roadways and highways and also referred to as trail bikes enduro bikes trials bikes motocross bikes or dual...

Page 6: ...transmission a motor which produces less than two 2 gross brake horsepower is capable of propelling the device at a maximum speed of not more than thirty 30 miles per hour on level ground and as origi...

Page 7: ...originally manufactured as a street legal vehicle Motor Driven Cycle Ejfecti1 e July I 2008 Vehicle is classified as a motorcycle FMVSS y y y y y Labeling required Moped 30 MPH 50 CCs Vehicle is clas...

Page 8: ...Borrowing and Lending 7 Get Familiar with the Motorcycle Controls 7 Check Your Motorcycle 8 KNOW YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES 10 RIDE WITHIN YOUR ABILITIES BASIC VEHICLE CONTROL 11 Body Position 11 Shifting...

Page 9: ...Riding at Night 31 CRASH AVOIDANCE 32 Quick Stops 32 Front Wheel Skids 32 Rear Wheel Skids 32 Swerving or Turning Quickly 33 Cornering 34 HANDLING DANGEROUS SURFACES 35 Uneven Surfaces and Obstacles 3...

Page 10: ...ohol and Other Drugs in Motorcycle Operation 46 Alcohol in the Body 47 Blood Alcohol Concentration BAC 47 Alcohol and the Law 48 Consequences of Conviction 48 Alcohol Test Refusal 49 Administrative Li...

Page 11: ...and successfully complete an approved motorcycle rider training course It is a good idea to take a course even if you are over 21 Successful completion of an approved motorcycle rider training course...

Page 12: ...ts in head or neck injuries Head injuries are just as severe as neck injuries and are more common Accident analysis show that head and neck injuries account for a majority of serious and fatal injurie...

Page 13: ...ects such as cracks loose padding or frayed straps Whatever helmet you decide on keep it securely fastened on your head when you ride Otherwise if you are involved in a crash it s likely to fly off yo...

Page 14: ...Boots or shoes should be high and sturdy enough to cover your ankles and give them support Soles should be made of hard durable slip resistant material Choose boots or shoes with short heels so they...

Page 15: ...So ne Ride s have High Visibility I But you e no ISP Moto Office Get visible Leaa nhowat www RighViz oa g 5...

Page 16: ...quired Equipment Idaho law requires all motorcycles operated on Idaho roads to have the following Brakes The law requires a brake on at least one wheel It can be operated by hand or by foot Fenders Al...

Page 17: ...a controlled area and make sure it is insured because you are liable If you lend your motorcycle to friends make sure they are licensed and know how to ride before allowing them out into traffic No ma...

Page 18: ...the equipment before yo u pull onto the road as each motorcycle may be different Check Your Motorcycle A motorcycle needs more frequent attention than a car A minor technical failure in a car seldom...

Page 19: ...d and as much as possible of the lane next to you When properly adjusted a mirror may show the edge of your arm or shoulder but what s more important is seeing the road behind and to the side of you B...

Page 20: ...responsibility As a rider you can t be sure that other operators will see you or yield the right of way To lessen your chances of a crash occurring Be visible wear proper clothing use your headlight s...

Page 21: ...ll help you keep from accidentally using too much throttle especially if you need to reach for the brake suddenly Also adjust the handlebars so your hands are even with or below your elbows This permi...

Page 22: ...ttle as you squeeze the clutch lever 2 lift the shift lever firmly as far as it will go 3 smoothly ease out the clutch and adjust the throttle Once the shift is completed release the shift lever to pe...

Page 23: ...ly firmly and with increasing pressure Do not grab the brake lever or use abrupt pressure As the motorcycle s weight transfers forward more traction becomes available at the front wheel so the front b...

Page 24: ...the rear brake is activated Consult your owner s manual for a detailed explanation on the operation and effective use of these systems Anti Lock Braking Systems ABS The benefit of ABS cannot be overs...

Page 25: ...necessary applying both brakes LOOK Look through the turn to where you want to go Turn just your head and eyes not your shoulders and keep your eyes level with the horizon ROLL Roll on the throttle t...

Page 26: ...tight turns counterbalance by leaning the motorcycle only and keeping your body straight A Turn your bead and shoulders to look through turns B Keep your arms straight C Keep your knees away from the...

Page 27: ...areas or paths oftravel as indicated in the illustration Use your lane position to Increase your ability to see and be seen Avoid other drivers blind spots Avoid surface hazards Protect your lane fro...

Page 28: ...the same amount of distance as cars to stop safely Normally a minimum of three seconds distance should be maintained behind the vehicle ahead To gauge your following distance 1 Pick out a marker such...

Page 29: ...t lane sharing by others Being Followed Speeding up to lose someone following too closely only ends up with someone taiIgating you at a higher speed A better way to handle tailgaters is to get them in...

Page 30: ...in your lane 3 Ride through the blind spot quickly 4 Signal again complete mirror and headchecks before returning to your original lane and then cancel the signal Remember passes must be completed wit...

Page 31: ...ith cars Lane sharing between cars and motorcycles takes away this space cushion and can leave you without an escape route and vulnerable to a crash Riding between rows ofstopped or moving cars in the...

Page 32: ...t warning Cars in the next lane also block your escape if you come upon danger in your own lane Speed up or drop back to find a place clear oftraffic on both sides 4 Usually a good way to handle tailg...

Page 33: ...ming traffic that may turn left in front of you Traffic coming from the left and right Traffic approaching from behind Be especially alert in areas with limited visibility Visually busy surroundings c...

Page 34: ...ing to do it Execute In high potential risk areas such as intersections shopping areas school zones and construction zones cover the clutch and both brakes to reduce the time you need to react To crea...

Page 35: ...tical There are no guarantees that other drivers see you Never count on eye contact as a sign that a driver will yield Too often drivers look right at motorcyclists and still fail to see them The only...

Page 36: ...possible Remember the key is to see as much as possible and remain visible to others while protecting your space Stop Signs and Signals Traffic Control Signals If you have a stop sign or stop line st...

Page 37: ...are extremely dangerous They may cut you off entirely blocking the whole road way and leaving you with no place to go Since you can t teU what a driver will do get the driver s attention Sound your ho...

Page 38: ...orange red yellow or green clothing is your best bet for being seen Your helmet can do more than protect you in a crash Brightly colored helmets can help others see you Any bright color is better than...

Page 39: ...hts on a car particularly when your taillight is on which goes on with the headlight Help others notice you by flashing your brake light before you slow down It is especially important to flash your b...

Page 40: ...ick out a parked car in your mirror Form a mental image ofhow far away it is Then turn around and look at it to see how close you came Practice with your mirrors until you become a good judge of dista...

Page 41: ...ase Distance Distances are harder to judge at night than during the day Your eyes rely upon shadows and light contrasts to determine how far away an object is and how fast it is coming These contrasts...

Page 42: ...wheel locks release the front brake immediately then reapply it smoothly and properly At the same time press down on the rear brake pedal If the rear wheel locks immediately release the rear brake Rea...

Page 43: ...e of your intended direction of escape This will cause the motorcycle to lean quickly The sharper the turn s the more the motorcycle must lean Keep your body upright and allow the motorcycle to lean i...

Page 44: ...ot always follow the curve of the road Change lane position depending on traffic road conditions and curve of the road One recommendation is to start at the outside ofa curve to increase your line ofs...

Page 45: ...nt to go to control your path oftravel Ifyou have to ride over the obstacle you should Slow down as much as possible before contact Make sure the motorcycle is straight Rise slightly off the seat with...

Page 46: ...ppery surface Squeeze the brake lever gradually to avoid locking the front wheel Remember gentle pressure on the rear brake The center of a lane can be hazardous when wet When it starts to rain ride i...

Page 47: ...nto another lane oftraffic Move far enough away from tracks ruts or pavement seams that run parallel to your course to cross at an angle of at least 45 Then make a deliberate turn Edging across could...

Page 48: ...the tire that isn t flat if you are sure which one it is When the motorcycle slows edge to the side of the road squeeze the clutch and stop Stuck Throttle Twist the throttle back and forth several tim...

Page 49: ...to transfer power from the engine to the rear wheel Routine inspection adjustment and maintenance make failure a rare occurance A chain or belt that slips or breaks while you re riding could lock the...

Page 50: ...th Whatever happens keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the handlebars When safe pull off the road and repair the damage GETTING OFF THE ROAD If you need to leave the road to check the motorc...

Page 51: ...rmanently attached passenger seat You should not sit any farther forward than you usually do Footrests for the passenger A firm footing prevents your passenger from falling off and pulling you off too...

Page 52: ...oad ahead Carrying Loads Most motorcycles are not designed to carry much cargo Small loads can be carried safely if positioned and fastened properly Keep the Load Low Fasten loads securely or put them...

Page 53: ...ou GROUP RIDING If you ride with others do it in a way that promotes safety and doesn t interfere with the flow oftraffic Keep the Group Small Small groups make it easier and safer for car drivers who...

Page 54: ...ne properly Don t Pair Up Never operate directly alongside another rider There is no place to go ifyou have to avoid a car or something on the road To talk wait until you are both stopped Staggered Fo...

Page 55: ...ht side after passing a vehicle This is not a good idea It encourages the second rider to pass and cut back in before there is a large enough space cushion in front ofthe passed vehicle It s simpler a...

Page 56: ...But riding under the influence of either alcohol or drugs poses physical and legal hazards for every rider Drinking and drug use is as big a problem among motorcyclists as it is among automobile drive...

Page 57: ...other factors may also influence the level ofalcohol retained The more alcohol in your blood the greater the degree ofimpairment Three factors play a m or part in determining BAC The amount ofalcohol...

Page 58: ...judgment and skills begins well below the legal limit Alcohol and the Law Under Idaho law you are considered to be driving under the influence if your BAC is 02 or more if you under 21 years of age 04...

Page 59: ...year with absolutely no driving privileges of any kind if it is your first offense A second refusal within 10 years will result in a two year absolute suspension This penalty is in addition to any pe...

Page 60: ...tent your skills have suffered from alcohol s fatiguing effects OR Don t ride If you haven t controlled your drinking you must control your riding Leave the motorcycle so you won t be tempted to ride...

Page 61: ...at least every two hours Don t Drink or Use Drugs Artificial stimulants often result in extreme fatigue or depression when they start to wear off making it very difficult to concentrate on the task at...

Page 62: ...low for lots of individual attention Motorcycles and helmets are provided Basic I Course Designed for the novice rider with no or limited street riding experience During this 17 hour course you will l...

Page 63: ...rn street strategies and hazard response skills as well as practice cornering braking and swerving skills on your own three wheeled rig Motorcycle Endorsements Successful completion ofa Basic Basic II...

Page 64: ...and commit to becoming an expert rider by practicing SIPDE skills keeping my eyes up and scanning 20 seconds ahead initial I acknowledge that motorcyclists running wide in turns is the most common fa...

Page 65: ...3 To swerve correctly A shift your weight quickly B turn the handlebars quickly C press the handgrip in the direction of the turn D press the handgrip in the opposite direction of the turn 4 If a tire...

Page 66: ...nd quick stops Completing normal and quick turns or swerves Three wheel information Contact Idaho STAR 1 888 280 7827 for specific information about operation of three wheeled motorcycles or motorcycl...

Page 67: ...hown on the diagram below Then you will be required to make a smooth non skidding stop with your front tire inside the designated stop box Scoring deductions will be made for A foot touching the groun...

Page 68: ...u will be required to weave past five cones and make a right U turn Scoring deductions will be made for A foot touching the ground Skipping or hitting a cone A tire touching a boundary line during the...

Page 69: ...ime you reach the first line Maintain a steady speed When your front tire passes the second line stop as fast as you safely can Scoring deductions will be made for Not stopping within the maximum dist...

Page 70: ...h the first line Maintain a steady speed When your front tire passes the second line you will be required to swerve to avoid hitting an obstacle line Scoring deductions will be made for Either tire to...

Page 71: ...re You should not attempt a test you do not feel you can do If a test is too hard or you cannot safely follow instructions tell the examiner You can make an appointment for another day If you would li...

Page 72: ...DETAILS AND MORE SIGNS REGULATORY SIGNS DO NOT PASS WARNING SIGNS SPEED LIMIT 75 IDAHO STATE LAW J _ SLOll DOWN MOVE OVER _ r f OR STOPPED EMERGENCY AUTHORIZED I c VUI CLES CONSTRUCfiON SIGNS ID OUR...

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