Motorcycle Licence Written Test

Motorcycle Licence Written Test: Try our free DMV Motorcycle Licence Permit Written Test free. If testing on a three-wheel vehicle (sidecar, trike, etc.) a three-wheel only restriction will be added to the endorsement on your driver’s license.

There are 25 multiple choice questions answers. You can practice the sample written test questions answers. You must secure 80% score in the Motorcycle Licence Written Test.

Riding a motorcycle can be safe and fun when the rider becomes more knowledgeable and skilled. Enhanced licensing requirements along with quality motorcycle rider education and increased public awareness have the potential to reduce the number and severity of motorcycle crashes.

Motorcycle Licence Written Test

Permit Test for	Motorcycle Permit Test
Class	Endorsement (M)
Total Questions	30
Questions Type	Sample Multiple Choice
Time Duration	N/A
County	Any States-USA

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Motorcycle License Permit Practice Test

1 / 30

To provide the best protection to the wearer, boots or shoes should:

A) Cover the ankle and provide support.

B) Be made of a soft material.

C) Have long laces that are not tucked in.

D) Have tall heels.

2 / 30

You can increase your visibility by:

A) Not using your turn signal.

B) Adding auxiliary lights to your motorcycle.

C) Waving at people.

D) Wearing dark clothing.

3 / 30

A plastic, shatter-resistant face shield protects the wearer from:

A) Sunshine

B) Noise

C) Insects

D) Headlight glare.

4 / 30

When you are being passed, you should:

A) Weave among the three portions of the lane as the vehicle passes.

B) Ride in the right portion of the lane.

C) Ride in the left portion of the lane.

D) Ride in the center portion of the lane.

5 / 30

If the chain or belt of your motorcycle breaks, you will:

A) Experience a sudden increase in power to the front wheel.

B) Experience a sudden increase in power to the rear wheel.

C) Experience a sudden loss of power to the rear wheel.

D) Experience a sudden loss of power to the front wheel.

6 / 30

The center portion of a lane:

A) Often contains oil and grease, but is usually safe for riding.

B) Is the smoothest part of the lane.

C) Is always the best part of the lane for a motorcycle.

D) Often contains oil and grease, and is never safe for riding.

7 / 30

To swerve correctly:

A) Shift your weight quickly.

B) Turn the handlebars quickly.

C) Press the handgrip in the direction of the turn.

D) Press the handgrip in the direction opposite of the turn.

8 / 30

A passenger should never:

A) Lean when the operator leans.

B) Wear a helmet.

C) Ride sidesaddle.

D) Wear clothing that is tight.

9 / 30

How does the stopping distance for motorcycles compare to the stopping distance for cars?

A) Cars need much longer to stop.

B) Cars need a little longer to stop.

C) Both motorcycles and cars take about the same amount of time to stop.

D) Motorcycles need longer to stop.

10 / 30

You should completely check your motorcycle:

A) Before every ride.

B) Once a year.

C) Once a month.

D) Once a week.

11 / 30

Fatigue can be increased by:

A) Riding in cool weather.

B) Starting a ride late in the day.

C) Stopping frequently.

D) Being comfortable during your ride.

12 / 30

Which of the following types of clothing can help you to be seen by other drivers?

A) Reflective clothes

B) Clothes made from synthetic materials

C) A leather jacket

D) Darkly-colored clothes

13 / 30

When approaching a blind intersection with a stop sign, riders should:

A) Proceed through the intersection without stopping.

B) Ignore the stop sign and move forward to get a better look.

C) Stop at the stop sign before moving forward to improve their view of cross traffic.

D) Stop at the stop sign then proceed through the intersection.

14 / 30

When carrying a passenger, a motorcyclist should tell the passenger to:

A) Mount the motorcycle after the motorcycle has been started.

B) Hold onto the seat.

C) Put their feet on the muffler.

D) Sit as far back as possible.

15 / 30

Making eye contact with another driver:

A) Guarantees that the other driver will properly yield to you.

B) Indicates that the driver sees you.

C) May make the driver mad.

D) Doesn’t mean that the driver will properly yield to you.

16 / 30

What may help if you experience slippage of your drive chain?

A) Tightening the chain

B) Applying the rear brake

C) Loosening the chain

D) Using the throttle more

17 / 30

Intersections are usually:

A) A dangerous spot for riders.

B) Safe since there is so much traffic there.

C) Safer than the open road.

D) Difficult to figure out.

18 / 30

When is it important for a rider to use their mirrors?

A) When changing lanes

B) When stopped at an intersection

C) When slowing down or stopping suddenly

D) All of the above.

19 / 30

When riding, the best protection for an operator is:

A) A cushion of space between their vehicle and other vehicles.

B) A good understanding of motorcycle laws.

C) Sturdy boots.

D) A good leather jacket.

20 / 30

A wobble, or shaking of the front wheel and handlebars, may be caused by:

A) Incorrect tire pressure.

B) Excessive wind.

C) A balanced load.

D) Brakes that are not working properly.

21 / 30

Where is the greatest potential for conflict between motorcycle operators and other drivers?

A) On rural roads

B) At intersections

C) On highways

D) In parking lots

22 / 30

When riding a motorcycle, you should:

A) Always avoid the right portion of a lane.

B) Use whichever portion of the lane is safest.

C) Always avoid the left portion of a lane.

D) Always avoid the center portion of a lane.

23 / 30

In which of the following situations should you increase your following distance?

A) Traffic is light.

B) You are able to see the roadway through vehicles in front of you.

C) There is pleasant and clear weather.

D) Traffic is heavy.

24 / 30

The only way to rid your body of alcohol is through:

A) Taking a cold shower.

B) Drinking coffee.

C) Exercising.

D) Time

25 / 30

A group of riders should merge onto a highway in:

A) A pyramid formation.

B) Pairs

C) A staggered formation.

D) A single-file formation.

26 / 30

A thorough check of your motorcycle:

A) Should not be done before a ride.

B) Is useless unless done by a mechanic.

C) Can help you identify any mechanical defects or equipment failures.

D) Should be done only after a ride.

27 / 30

A pre-ride inspection usually takes:

A) A few minutes and should be done no more than once a month.

B) Over an hour and must only be done if you will be carrying a passenger.

C) Over an hour and should be performed by a mechanic.

D) A few minutes and should be done before every ride.

28 / 30

Studies show that most crash-involved riders:

A) Only use the front brake.

B) Over-break the front tire and under-brake the rear tire.

C) Only use the rear brake.

D) Under-brake the front tire and over-break the rear tire.

29 / 30

Your lane position should do all of the following, except:

A) Minimize escape routes available to you.

B) Avoid others’ blind spots.

C) Increase your ability to see and be seen.

D) Protect your lane from other drivers.

30 / 30

If using a sidecar to transport a load, you should:

A) Allow the load to move freely.

B) Secure the load near the front of the sidecar.

C) Place the load unsecured in the seat.

D) Secure the load so its weight does not shift.

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The average score is 80%

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