1 . This sign means:

One-way traffic.
Divided highway ends.
Two-way traffic.
Keep left.

2 . Before starting a turn, a motorcycle rider should change gears to:

Be able to keep both hands on the handle grips during the turn.
Prevent the motorcycle from slowing down.
Increase the speed of the motorcycle.
Prevent a change in power in the middle of the turn.

3 . When riding your motorcycle, your feet:

Should be pointed downward.
Should be firmly on your footrests near the controls.
Should be dragging on the ground.
Should be wherever you are most comfortable.

4 . Which of the following is not important when looking for a motorcycle helmet?

The helmet meets U.S. Department of Transportation standards.
The helmet fits snugly all the way around your head.
The helmet has no obvious defects, such as cracks or loose padding.
The helmet looks cool.

5 . Of motorcyclists killed in crashes, tests have shown that _____ had alcohol in their systems.

40 percent
20 percent
10 percent
Five percent

6 . When riding with a passenger, you should:

Ride faster than usual.
Rider more slowly than usual.
Start slowing later than usual.
Try to squeeze into smaller gaps in traffic.

7 . When operating a motorcycle on a slippery surface, you should:

Ride faster than usual.
Use only the front brake.
Reduce your speed.
Use only the rear brake.

8 . In general, when riding at night, your headlight should:

Not be used.
Be used on its high beam setting.
Be used on its low beam setting.
Alternate between high beam and low beam settings.

9 . If you are feeling tired while riding, you should:

Keep going and hope to wake up.
Ride faster.
Ride on the shoulder.
Get off the road and rest.

10 . Your knees should be:

Against the handlebars.
Against the gas tank.
Straightened and wide.
Wherever you prefer.

11 . If your rear wheel locks while braking, you should:

Release the brake until the rear tire regains traction, then re-apply the brake.
Release the brake and only engage the front brake.
Keep it locked until the motorcycle comes to a stop.
Release the brake and coast to a stop.

12 . It may be unsafe to ride alongside a vehicle in the lane next to you because:

The driver may not be able to see you.
The vehicle will block your path of escape if a hazard should appear in your lane.
The driver may begin merging into your lane.
All of the above.

13 . Use a turn signal:

When you’re planning to increase your speed.
Only when there is a lot of traffic.
Any time you plan on changing lanes.
Only if it is dark outside.
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14 . When riding a motorcycle, consistently scan the road:

Two seconds ahead of your vehicle.
Four seconds ahead of your vehicle.
Six seconds ahead of your vehicle.
As far ahead as possible.

15 . When preparing to pass a vehicle on the left, it is important to ride on the left side of your lane because:

The right side could be slippery.
It will give you the best chance of spotting hazards in the next lane.
People don’t usually expect to be passed on their left.
It will place you in the rearview mirror of the car in front of you.

16 . You should operate the engine cut-off switch and pull in the clutch when:

The throttle is stuck and you cannot free it.
You start to lose control in a curve.
You are running out of gas on a busy street.
The motorcycle starts to wobble.

17 . What is the only way to reduce your blood alcohol concentration (BAC)?

Drink coffee.
Allow your body time to get rid of the alcohol.
Exercise.
Eat a large meal.

18 . What does this signal mean?

Rest stop
High beams on
Turn right
Hazard

19 . Common drugs, such as cold tablets:

Can affect a rider's abilities to safely operate their motorcycle.
Usually won’t affect a rider's abilities to safely operate their motorcycle.
Pose no risk to a rider's operating abilities.
Are always acceptable to take before riding because they are sold over-the-counter.

20 . To lessen your chances of being involved in an accident, you should:

Ride within a foot of the vehicle in front of you.
Wear dark clothing.
Signal only when you feel like it.
Stay alert and be prepared to act to avoid a crash.

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

When slowing down or stopping suddenly
When stopped at an intersection
When changing lanes
All of the above.

22 . Where is the throttle usually located?

Near the left footrest
Near the right footrest
On the left handle grip
On the right handle grip

23 . When riding with a passenger, you may need to adjust:

The brakes.
The brake light.
The fluid levels.
The shock absorbers.

24 . Which of the following surfaces is unlikely to provide poor traction for motorcyclists?

Manhole covers
An ice patch
Dry pavement
Metal plates

25 . When deciding on a lane position, you should:

Always ride in the center portion of the lane.
Always ride in the left portion of the lane.
Always ride in the right portion of the lane.
Be flexible and base your decision off of numerous factors.