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

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

A) Clothes made from synthetic materials

B) Reflective clothes

C) Darkly-colored clothes

D) A leather jacket

2 / 30

To swerve correctly:

A) Shift your weight quickly.

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

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

D) Turn the handlebars quickly.

3 / 30

Making eye contact with another driver:

A) Indicates that the driver sees you.

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

C) May make the driver mad.

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

4 / 30

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

A) On highways

B) On rural roads

C) In parking lots

D) At intersections

5 / 30

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

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

B) There is pleasant and clear weather.

C) Traffic is light.

D) Traffic is heavy.

6 / 30

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

A) When changing lanes

B) All of the above.

C) When stopped at an intersection

D) When slowing down or stopping suddenly

7 / 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.

8 / 30

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

A) Sit as far back as possible.

B) Hold onto the seat.

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

D) Put their feet on the muffler.

9 / 30

When riding, the best protection for an operator is:

A) A good understanding of motorcycle laws.

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

C) A good leather jacket.

D) Sturdy boots.

10 / 30

A thorough check of your motorcycle:

A) Is useless unless done by a mechanic.

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

C) Should not be done before a ride.

D) Should be done only after a ride.

11 / 30

You should completely check your motorcycle:

A) Before every ride.

B) Once a month.

C) Once a year.

D) Once a week.

12 / 30

Fatigue can be increased by:

A) Stopping frequently.

B) Riding in cool weather.

C) Starting a ride late in the day.

D) Being comfortable during your ride.

13 / 30

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

A) Tightening the chain

B) Loosening the chain

C) Using the throttle more

D) Applying the rear brake

14 / 30

When riding a motorcycle, you should:

A) Always avoid the center portion of a lane.

B) Always avoid the left portion of a lane.

C) Always avoid the right portion of a lane.

D) Use whichever portion of the lane is safest.

15 / 30

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

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

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

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

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

16 / 30

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

A) Be made of a soft material.

B) Have long laces that are not tucked in.

C) Cover the ankle and provide support.

D) Have tall heels.

17 / 30

Intersections are usually:

A) Difficult to figure out.

B) A dangerous spot for riders.

C) Safer than the open road.

D) Safe since there is so much traffic there.

18 / 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.

19 / 30

The center portion of a lane:

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

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

C) Is the smoothest part of the lane.

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

20 / 30

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

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

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

C) Proceed through the intersection without stopping.

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

21 / 30

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

A) Allow the load to move freely.

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

C) Place the load unsecured in the seat.

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

22 / 30

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

A) Drinking coffee.

B) Exercising.

C) Taking a cold shower.

D) Time

23 / 30

Studies show that most crash-involved riders:

A) Only use the front brake.

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

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

D) Only use the rear brake.

24 / 30

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

A) Sunshine

B) Noise

C) Headlight glare.

D) Insects

25 / 30

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

A) Minimize escape routes available to you.

B) Protect your lane from other drivers.

C) Increase your ability to see and be seen.

D) Avoid others’ blind spots.

26 / 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.

27 / 30

When you are being passed, you should:

A) Ride in the center portion of the lane.

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

C) Ride in the left portion of the lane.

D) Ride in the right portion of the lane.

28 / 30

You can increase your visibility by:

A) Adding auxiliary lights to your motorcycle.

B) Wearing dark clothing.

C) Waving at people.

D) Not using your turn signal.

29 / 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) Motorcycles need longer to stop.

D) Cars need much longer to stop.

30 / 30

A passenger should never:

A) Wear clothing that is tight.

B) Wear a helmet.

C) Ride sidesaddle.

D) Lean when the operator leans.

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The average score is 81%

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