1 . There may be less traction available for braking when:

A motorcycle is leaning.
A motorcycle is straight up and down.
A motorcycle is on dry pavement.

2 . Before every ride, you should:

Modify the exhaust system.
Clean and adjust your mirrors.
Clean your wheels.

3 . There is the greatest potential for conflict between a motorcycle and other traffic:

On the highway.
At intersections.
On rural roads.

4 . A difference between googles and a windshield is:

Goggles will protect you from the wind, but a windshield won’t.
A windshield will protect you from the wind, but goggles won't.
A windshield will keep your eyes from watering better than goggles.

5 . A properly-fitted motorcycle:

Allows the rider to touch the ground with their feet while seated.
Has a seat even with the rider's waist.
Has a seat that is 10 inches above the rider's waist.
Has a seat that is 10 inches below the rider's waist.

6 . To prevent fatigue on a long trip, you should:

Try to ride as far as you can without stopping so you get to your destination quickly.
Take an artificial stimulant.
Dress warmly, since wind and cold can cause fatigue.
Not set daily riding limits.

7 . As you approach a blind intersection, you should:

Move into the part of the lane that allows other drivers to most easily see you.
Move into the part of the lane closest to the traffic control device.
Move into the outside edge of the lane.

8 . When traveling in heavy traffic, maintain a minimum ______ following distance.

Four-second
Three-second
Two-second
One-second

9 . Which of the following will help you ride safely on slippery surfaces?

Using only the front brake
Using both brakes
Using the center lane
Maintaining or increasing your speed

10 . A passenger on a motorcycle should:

Put their feet on the ground when the motorcycle is stopped.
Not ride without a back rest.
Sit as far forward as possible without crowding the operator.

11 . When stopped behind another vehicle, you should:

Get as close as possible to the vehicle.
Maintain a space cushion between your motorcycle and the other vehicle.
Not use your rearview mirrors to monitor traffic behind you.
Look for opportunities to squeeze through the stopped traffic.

12 . This sign is a:

Yield sign.
School crossing sign.
Stop sign.

13 . When being passed by another vehicle, you should:

Ride in the left portion of your lane.
Ride in the center portion of your lane.
Ride in the right portion of your lane.
Try to get onto the shoulder.
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14 . Which formation is best for keeping the riders in a group close together?

Pyramid
Staggered
Single-file
Compressed

15 . What does this road sign mean?

Slow down and prepare to stop if cars are approaching you.
Come to a full stop and go when it is safe to do so.
Proceed carefully through the intersection, not always stopping.
Stop only for traffic on an intersecting road.

16 . A good way to handle a tailgater is to:

Speed up.
Allow them to get in front of you.
Make gestures at them.

17 . A major effect of alcohol consumption is:

Heightened riding abilities.
The slowing down of bodily functions.
Increasing nervousness.
Increasing alertness.

18 . A good way to handle tailgaters is to:

Change lanes and let them pass.
Ignore them.
Use your horn and make obscene gestures.
Speed up to put distance between you and the tailgater.

19 . Reflective clothing:

Should be worn only at night.
Should be worn only during the day.
Should be worn both day and night.

20 . Under normal conditions, maintain a minimum following distance of:

One second.
Two seconds.
Three seconds.
Four seconds.

21 . When being passed by another vehicle, motorcyclists should be alert to:

The passing vehicle's extended mirrors.
Objects being thrown from the passing vehicle.
Gusts of wind coming from the passing vehicle.
All of the above.

22 . When riding behind a car, traveling in the left third of the lane allows the driver to see you in their side mirror. What is a downside to this?

Most people don’t use their side mirrors as often as they use their rearview mirror.
The wind may prevent the use of a side mirror.
Side mirrors should not be used by motorists.

23 . If your motorcycle begins to weave while you are riding over rain grooves or bridge gratings, you should:

Relax, maintain a steady speed, and ride straight across the surface.
Tighten your hold on the handle grips and increase your speed to get past the hazard.
Travel in a zigzag motion.
Ride on the shoulder instead of on the grooves.

24 . Hearing protection:

Is not needed when the rider is wearing a helmet.
Is only recommended for long trips.
Should be used on all rides.

25 . The proper footwear for riding a motorcycle:

Has long, loose laces.
Has short heels.
Has tall heels.
Is always sneakers.