ATVsmart! Idaho Practice Test

Sorry, that's incorrect! Be sure that you understand the difference between the various types of Off-highway vehicles, include dirt bikes, side-by-sides, and ATVs. Dirt bikes and off-highway motorcycles are designed to travel on two wheels, and side-by-sides or “UTVs” travel on 4-wheels but are controlled with a steering wheel, instead of handlebars.

Sorry, that's incorrect! ATVs, dirt bikes, and OHMs are all designed to be steered with handlebars, rather than a steering wheel. Be sure that you understand the difference between the various types of Off-highway vehicles, and the design and handling characteristics of each.

Sorry, that's incorrect! UTVs are typically equipped with 3 or 4-point harnesses to increase passenger safety. Other types of OHVs such as ATVs, dirt bikes or OHMs that are equipped with straddle-style seats will not be equipped with this additional safety feature.

Sorry, that's incorrect! Chain, ratchet straps, or rubber straps can all be used to safety attach your OHV to a trailer or truck bed. Rope is not a safe option as it will stretch and fray, and could break during transportation. Always be sure that you’re familiar with how to safely transport your OHV!

Sorry, that's incorrect! Standing, kneeling, and posting positions can all be used to assist with visibility, and can help you maintain your center of gravity when riding uphill, however they not offer offer as much stability as the sitting position.

Sorry, that's incorrect! On sunny days, it’s important to shade your eyes from the sun, while not decreasing the visibility of obstacles on the trail. Dark tinted lenses may reduce visibility too much, while clear or yellow tinted lenses will not help reduce glare from the sun.

Sorry, that's incorrect! At minimum you should always wear a long-sleeved shirt, full length pants, and closed toed shoes while operating. T-shirts, shorts and opened toed shoes will leave your arms and legs exposed and increase the likelihood of injury. If possible, you should purchase clothing and gear specifically designed for OHV operation, to decrease the risk of injury.

Sorry, that's incorrect! Kneeling, sitting or positing will not provide the best visibility when crossing roads or highways. It’s vitally important that you are 100% sure that the road is clear of traffic before crossing. Drivers on the roads may not be looking out for you, so be sure to look out for yourself by standing, and checking both directions!

Sorry, that's incorrect! To use the sustained lead technique, you need to estimate the speed, range and angle at which your target is flying. Once you’ve made the estimate, you swing the muzzle that distance ahead of the target and maintain this distance (or lead) in front of the bird, up to and after you’ve fired the shot.

Sorry, that's incorrect! Although it’s safer to avoid obstacles than cross them, OHVs were designed to take on these bumps in the trail - so be sure you know how to cross them safely! Obstacles on the trail should be crossed at a 90 degree angle to increase your balance and stability while crossing.