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New Jersey Motorcycle: Surfaces and avoidance skills

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  1. 1. Rain has just begun after a dry spell. Why should a rider be especially alert to reduced pavement traction?
  2. 2. Which patch deserves extra traction caution after rain?
  3. 3. On a slippery road where a change of speed or direction is necessary, how should a rider make ordinary control inputs?
  4. 4. A rider cannot avoid a short rough section that can be crossed safely. After reducing speed, what posture helps absorb its impact?
  5. 5. Why should a rider avoid simply edging along and gradually across a deep pavement seam running parallel to the motorcycle?
  6. 6. A motorcycle wanders slightly while crossing ordinary metal bridge grating. With no other sign of trouble, how should the rider respond?
  7. 7. A rider has crossed an unavoidable object and regained a safe stopping place. What follow-up does the manual call for?
  8. 8. While riding upright in a straight line on dry pavement, you need a quick stop on a conventional non-ABS motorcycle. How should you use the front brake?
  9. 9. In a clear practice area at normal riding speed, not walking pace, you need a conventional two-wheel motorcycle to lean quickly to the right. Which handgrip input initiates that lean?
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  1. Rain has just begun after a dry spell. Why should a rider be especially alert to reduced pavement traction?

    Correct answer: Surface oil can remain before enough rain has washed it away

    The manual identifies pavement just becoming wet as a slippery-surface concern because oil has not yet washed away. Do not assume a light new rainfall leaves normal traction.

    Source: 2026 NJ Driver Manual, Chapter 10 Motorcycle Manual, printed 191, physical 193 > Handling Dangerous Surfaces > wet-pavement bullet ↗

  2. Which patch deserves extra traction caution after rain?

    Correct answer: A wet manhole cover or painted lane marking

    The manual specifically identifies wet painted markings and metal covers as slippery hazards. Choose a path and speed that account for the actual surface.

    Source: 2026 NJ Driver Manual, Chapter 10 Motorcycle Manual, printed 191, physical 193 > Handling Dangerous Surfaces > wet-markings and steel-surfaces bullet ↗

  3. On a slippery road where a change of speed or direction is necessary, how should a rider make ordinary control inputs?

    Correct answer: As smoothly and gradually as conditions allow

    Sudden changes in speed or direction can provoke a skid when traction is reduced. Plan ahead and make necessary control inputs smoothly.

    Source: 2026 NJ Driver Manual, Chapter 10 Motorcycle Manual, printed 192, physical 194 > Slippery Surfaces > Avoid Sudden Moves ↗

  4. A rider cannot avoid a short rough section that can be crossed safely. After reducing speed, what posture helps absorb its impact?

    Correct answer: Stay upright and rise slightly on the foot pegs

    For uneven surfaces, the manual advises slowing, keeping the motorcycle upright, and rising slightly on the pegs. The rider's limbs can then help absorb the shock.

    Source: 2026 NJ Driver Manual, Chapter 10 Motorcycle Manual, printed 193, physical 195 > Uneven Surfaces ↗

  5. Why should a rider avoid simply edging along and gradually across a deep pavement seam running parallel to the motorcycle?

    Correct answer: The seam can catch a tire and upset balance

    The manual warns that edging across a parallel track, rut, or seam can catch the tires. Plan a safe crossing path with sufficient room.

    Source: 2026 NJ Driver Manual, Chapter 10 Motorcycle Manual, printed 193, physical 195 > Uneven Surfaces > Crossing Railroad Tracks ↗

  6. A motorcycle wanders slightly while crossing ordinary metal bridge grating. With no other sign of trouble, how should the rider respond?

    Correct answer: Stay relaxed and avoid abrupt steering corrections

    Some back-and-forth tracking on grooves or grating is expected. Abrupt attempts to correct each movement can create a control problem.

    Source: 2026 NJ Driver Manual, Chapter 10 Motorcycle Manual, printed 194, physical 196 > Grooves and Gratings ↗

  7. A rider has crossed an unavoidable object and regained a safe stopping place. What follow-up does the manual call for?

    Correct answer: Check the tires for damage before continuing

    An impact may damage a tire even when the motorcycle remains controllable. The manual specifically calls for a tire check after riding over an object.

    Source: 2026 NJ Driver Manual, Chapter 10 Motorcycle Manual, printed 198, physical 200 > Riding Over Objects ↗

  8. While riding upright in a straight line on dry pavement, you need a quick stop on a conventional non-ABS motorcycle. How should you use the front brake?

    Correct answer: Squeeze steadily and firmly while also applying the rear brake.

    For a quick stop, the manual calls for a steady, firm squeeze rather than grabbing, with the rear brake applied at the same time. Apply pressure without locking a wheel; emergency skills require qualified practice.

    Source: 2026 NJ Driver Manual, Chapter 10, Know Hazards > Quick Stops, printed p.195 / physical PDF p.197; front-lever application and simultaneous rear brake. ↗

  9. In a clear practice area at normal riding speed, not walking pace, you need a conventional two-wheel motorcycle to lean quickly to the right. Which handgrip input initiates that lean?

    Correct answer: Press forward on the right handgrip.

    At riding speed, pressure on the right handgrip initiates a right lean. The manual explains this control principle for quick turns. It does not make an occupied escape path safe or replace supervised skills practice.

    Source: 2026 NJ Driver Manual, Chapter 10, Know Hazards > Road Hazards, printed p.197 / physical PDF p.199; right-handgrip pressure initiates right lean. See also Turning, printed p.179 / physical p.181. ↗

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Surfaces and avoidance skills

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