Total Rider E Course Practice Test

The correct procedure before starting the engine involves ensuring that the motorcycle is in a safe state to operate. Squeezing the clutch lever fully not only disengages the engine from the rear wheel, preventing the motorcycle from lurching forward when the engine starts, but also enhances safety by ensuring control of the bike during the startup process. Pressing the starter button initiates the engine's ignition while keeping the motorcycle stationary and under the rider's control.

The other procedures listed do not encompass the essential steps needed for safely starting the engine. Turning the throttle or releasing the choke may be part of operating a motorcycle but are not standard prerequisites for starting it. Checking the mirrors is a good practice for situational awareness after starting, but it does not directly impact the engine starting process. Accelerating or shifting gears would occur after the engine has started, not before. Emphasizing the importance of these initial actions helps ensure a safe ride right from the start.