Safety Quiz

[Totgas]

MOTORCYCLE SAFETY RATING
2 points for every answer in column 1, 1 point for every point in column 2, and Zero points for an answer in column 3.

POINTS        QUESTION                                        2                                       1                                                0                My Helmet is 4 years old or newer 4 - 8 years old Greater than 8 years old I have a HiVis Vest Yes - kept with the bike Yes - at home No The last time I looked at the current Road and Traffic laws was Within the last 12 months Over twelve months ago              Not since I received my licence I have a complete set of leathers Which I wear every time I ride Which I wear most of the time I don't have a complete set I wear protective long boots when riding Always Most of the time My shoes are something else I have protective armour in my riding gear Yes Yes - but I don't always wear it No I always wear protective gloves Yes Most of the time Rarely or not I wash my bike Fortnightly or less Monthly Only when I have to I service my bike As close to the due period as possible When I think about it You have to service bikes? I keep relevant phone numbers Yes - Emergency Services, Roadside assist and family Just Family I don't carry a phone If feeling fatigued I Pull over and take a short break (walk around) Push on or open my visor When changing lanes I Indicate, look, maintain my speed and smoothly move across Indicate and move across Go a bit faster and move across When approaching an intersection I scan all roads including behind me I scan the road to my right I just check that the light is green If my bike starts a rear wheel  skid I Easy up on the power and braking Steer into the skid Close my eyes and hope for the best I check my tyres Every fortnight or less Monthly Only when it starts to loose grip When I pull up to stop I can put both feet firmly on the ground I can only put 1 foot on the ground (by leaning slightly) I can only tip toe my feet on the ground I fill my panniers Only with the maximum weight and balanced between the two Tend to fill one up completely before using the other Throw anything that will fit in and just lean a bit the other way I find my ST Fits me well and I feel extremely confident in handling it a bit on the large side so I am always careful where and when I ride makes me feel anxious each time I ride I carry my motorcycle licence With me at all times With me most of the time With me sometimes As a motorcycle rider I Need to take extra care as the crash rate is 4 times higher than other road users Expect that all other road users will do the most stupid thing at the worst time Can usually get out of trouble by speed and greater manoeuvrability _______________________________________________________________________________________________ SCORES [33 – 40] You are very aware of the safety aspects of riding an ST.  You are prepared to go that extra length to ensure that your ride is as safe as it could possibly be despite the fact that it requires additional expense and forethought.  You are an extremely safe rider [26 – 33] You are aware of some of the safety aspects of riding an ST.  You need to spend just that little bit of extra time considering ways you can improve your chances on the road. Look at those items that don’t cost a lot or can be accomplished through practice. Remember it is you that will benefit in the long run. You are a safe rider. [25 or less] You really need to review your bike safety.  There are a number of items that could be improved. By focusing on those areas with a low score you can start to address and improve your safety rating. Remember the other members of this forum are always here to lend a hand with advice. Disclaimer This quiz is meant as a friendly look at bike safety. Some of the items in this quiz may be controversial and not take into account the entire situation. The questions are designed to promote discussions related to motorbike safety.  ENJOY – The Author.

[ST2UP]

38/40.......


 

[StinkyPete]

35/40.....         That's a good reminder of all of the things that we can do, to make sure we get home safe. 

[alans1100]

26/38

I couldn't answer the skid one.....

A few were irrelevant in regards to actually being safe while (phone numbers, washing etc) on the road.

As for "I find my ST"........ 1.5 seems to fit.  At 140 kph I'm quite confident and the bike is sure footed but at city speeds I won't filter with it as the bike seems to wide. Not so much an issue now but was when I first got it or when I now ride to the city.

[Grumpy]

34/40

[Totgas]

Actually washing your bike is a safety exercise as well. Potential issues may be noticed as you go over the bike.
As to carrying phone numbers - it may not be you that needs them.
As the scouts say......
A.

[bluehonda]

I don't understand why I should lose a point because I choose not to wear my leathers and instead wear other protective motorcycle clothing.
How can you place more importance in the  answers to the last question.  At first glance the answers 1 and 2 should each score the same but then it becomes the old chestnut of statistics.   For those of you who have or still do attend motor vehicle "collisions" how many do you attend that involve cars, cars and trucks, or trucks compared to collisions that involve motorcycles also.
The vast majority of collisions involve cars or trucks in some combination so if the smallest category of collision involves motorcycles are we not safer on our ST's.   

 

[Totgas]

As a former Paramedic I don't believe the question is about the number of accidents it's more to do with the fact that motorcyclists fall into a greater risk category due to the lack of a steel cage around them with seat belts, airbags, crumple zones, etc. Motorcyclists rarely win in an accident.
A.

[WendyL]

Why on earth would I own a set of leathers??????  They grow mould in the wet season then go crunchy in the dry!  Not to mention the fact that I'd die of heat stroke just going to work.

I own two motorcycle jackets (one white, one black) and 2 pr of kevlar jeans though.  Never ride without a jacket, but often wear just denim jeans round town.  Even without owning leathers I score 36/40
 

[Shiney]

37/40
Lost 2 for not having leathers but I do use a textile jacket and Kevlar jeans at all times (along with boots and leather gloves)
And the other 1 point was from not always having a HiVis Vest kept with the bike.

[Biggles]

I'm only a 36er, because I haven't read the Road Laws for over a year and I have one pannier half full of useful stuff all the time with the other one empty most of the time.
There possibly won't be any STOCers with 40, since full leathers are a bit of an over-dressed look for city riding on a tourer, especially today at high 30 degree temps.