Mountain Bike Quiz

Example Questions From the Test

• 1In suspension setup, what is “sag”?
  • The sideways flex of a wheel under cornering load
  • The delay before a hydraulic brake engages
  • The total travel left after the fork bottoms out
  • The amount suspension compresses under the rider's normal weight
• 2On a rocky ride, your rear tire repeatedly hits the rim even though the tire is undamaged. What is the most likely setup issue?
  • The tire pressure is too low for the load and terrain
  • The rebound damping is too slow
  • The brake rotor is slightly warped
  • The handlebar roll is too far forward
• 3Your helmet strikes the ground during a hard crash, but no crack is visible. What is the appropriate response?
  • Keep using it because only visible cracks affect protection
  • Test it by pressing firmly on the impact area
  • Add a second layer of padding inside the shell
  • Replace it according to the manufacturer's crash guidance