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

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

A) Using the throttle more

B) Tightening the chain

C) Loosening the chain

D) Applying the rear brake

2 / 30

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

A) A balanced load.

B) Incorrect tire pressure.

C) Excessive wind.

D) Brakes that are not working properly.

3 / 30

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

A) Hold onto the seat.

B) Put their feet on the muffler.

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

D) Sit as far back as possible.

4 / 30

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

A) Drinking coffee.

B) Exercising.

C) Taking a cold shower.

D) Time

5 / 30

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

A) Traffic is heavy.

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

C) Traffic is light.

D) There is pleasant and clear weather.

6 / 30

When riding a motorcycle, you should:

A) Use whichever portion of the lane is safest.

B) Always avoid the right portion of a lane.

C) Always avoid the center portion of a lane.

D) Always avoid the left portion of a lane.

7 / 30

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

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

B) Proceed through the intersection without stopping.

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

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

8 / 30

When you are being passed, you should:

A) Ride in the center portion of the lane.

B) Ride in the right portion of the lane.

C) Ride in the left portion of the lane.

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

9 / 30

Making eye contact with another driver:

A) May make the driver mad.

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

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

D) Indicates that the driver sees you.

10 / 30

Intersections are usually:

A) Safe since there is so much traffic there.

B) Safer than the open road.

C) Difficult to figure out.

D) A dangerous spot for riders.

11 / 30

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

A) When changing lanes

B) When slowing down or stopping suddenly

C) When stopped at an intersection

D) All of the above.

12 / 30

A pre-ride inspection usually takes:

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

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

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

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

13 / 30

A thorough check of your motorcycle:

A) Is useless unless done by a mechanic.

B) Should be done only after a ride.

C) Should not be done before a ride.

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

14 / 30

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

A) Increase your ability to see and be seen.

B) Minimize escape routes available to you.

C) Avoid others’ blind spots.

D) Protect your lane from other drivers.

15 / 30

You should completely check your motorcycle:

A) Once a year.

B) Once a week.

C) Once a month.

D) Before every ride.

16 / 30

Fatigue can be increased by:

A) Starting a ride late in the day.

B) Stopping frequently.

C) Being comfortable during your ride.

D) Riding in cool weather.

17 / 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 loss of power to the rear wheel.

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

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

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

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

19 / 30

Studies show that most crash-involved riders:

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

B) Only use the rear brake.

C) Only use the front brake.

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

20 / 30

You can increase your visibility by:

A) Wearing dark clothing.

B) Waving at people.

C) Adding auxiliary lights to your motorcycle.

D) Not using your turn signal.

21 / 30

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

A) Reflective clothes

B) Darkly-colored clothes

C) A leather jacket

D) Clothes made from synthetic materials

22 / 30

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

A) Place the load unsecured in the seat.

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

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

D) Allow the load to move freely.

23 / 30

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

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

B) Cars need a little longer to stop.

C) Cars need much longer to stop.

D) Motorcycles need longer to stop.

24 / 30

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

A) Have tall heels.

B) Have long laces that are not tucked in.

C) Be made of a soft material.

D) Cover the ankle and provide support.

25 / 30

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

A) Insects

B) Headlight glare.

C) Sunshine

D) Noise

26 / 30

To swerve correctly:

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

B) Shift your weight quickly.

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

D) Turn the handlebars quickly.

27 / 30

A passenger should never:

A) Ride sidesaddle.

B) Wear clothing that is tight.

C) Lean when the operator leans.

D) Wear a helmet.

28 / 30

When riding, the best protection for an operator is:

A) A good leather jacket.

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

C) A good understanding of motorcycle laws.

D) Sturdy boots.

29 / 30

A group of riders should merge onto a highway in:

A) Pairs

B) A staggered formation.

C) A single-file formation.

D) A pyramid formation.

30 / 30

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

A) At intersections

B) On rural roads

C) On highways

D) In parking lots

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The average score is 81%

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