Motorcycle Skills Test: Part 4 (cc)

Skip a trip -- go online @ dol.wa.gov. This video takes a look at the "swerve" in the motorcycle skills test. The swerve is a counter-steering maneuver that can be used to avoid obstacles.

This video is the final installment of a 4-part series produced by the Washington State Department of Licensing.

Discover more DOL videos at the DOL's YouTube channel, http://youtube.com/walicensing

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[centersnare32]

Very informative series, thanks for sharing your videos

[WALicensing]

@centersnare32 You're welcome!

[johncat3]

WOW.....I PASSED LOL.......got by with 10 points deducted...not bad for the 1st time.......shoulda done this 30 years ago...( used a harley 883 for the test)

[WALicensing]

@johncat3 That's excellent news. Congratulations!

[johncat3]

i go for my test in an hour....thanx for posting

[WALicensing]

@johncat3 Right on. Wishing you the best. Feel free to post here and let us know how it went for you today.

[Toob41]

This is a very well made video with a lot of good constructive information.

[GibsonLesFat]

After watching your videos, I feel more confident in being able to pass the test. I'm 16 and am getting a bike soon. I'm gonna practice all these one I get it.

[svengalie]

great video

[KMMCSafety]

@johncat3 Congrats! FYI - there are several 'intermediate', 'experienced', and 'advanced' courses offered in WA that really help riders understand FEAR, Vision & Line Selection, and Cornering!

If you've not taken a rider training course... try one!

A lot of what 'works' at (faster) street speeds is counter intuitive. It isn't what we 'think' we should do.

Try a course... I'd love to hear what ya' learn.

K

[peugteobike]

I have learned a lot from this video I think I'm ready

[KMMCSafety]

@AmericanSCPO Thanks! Our goal was to inform folks about the components and skills looked at in the evals.

There are lots of 'ways' and 'techniques' to ride. (Dependent upon rider, bike, abilities/limitations, and (trained) skills.) These videos were not designed to 'teach' folks how to ride, or how to pass. Just inform and get folks thinking.

Yes, there are rider training safety courses available. Go to dol.wa.gov for info about motorcycle classes offered.

Good luck!

KM