Which of the following functions should a motorcycle suit primarily perform?
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Correct answer
C. Protect against injuries in case of a fall.
Explanation
This question is about the function of a motorcycle suit. It should above all protect against injuries in the event of a fall - answer C.
The Road Traffic Act requires a road user to avoid actions that could endanger safety, and apart from the helmet, it is the suit that decides the consequences of a crash. A leather or textile suit has an abrasion-resistant layer that will not wear through during a slide of several dozen metres along the asphalt, and protectors on the shoulders, elbows, knees and back that absorb impact; ordinary clothing falls apart in a fraction of a second. Appearance (answer A) is a side issue. Protection against wind (answer B) is a nice extra of a well-cut outfit, but not its purpose - gusts must be handled with riding technique. You put on the suit for every ride, including a short one in town, because falls often happen at low speed, and together with it boots that cover the ankles, gloves and a helmet.
Legal basis: Art. 3 para. 1 and Art. 40 para. 1 of the Road Traffic Act (Prawo o ruchu drogowym)