1 . At an intersection with a yield sign, you should:

Always stop before entering the intersection.
Yield just to the traffic on the right.
Yield just to the traffic on the left.
Slow down and yield the right-of-way to other traffic.

2 . When approaching a blind intersection, riders should:

Stop at the stop line before moving forward to improve their view of cross traffic.
Roll through the intersection.
Ignore the stop line and move forward to get a better look.
Stop at the stop line then proceed through the intersection.

3 . Before riding, a motorcycle operator should check the clutch. A properly working clutch should feel:

Loose and rough.
Tight and smooth.
Loose and smooth.
Tight and rough.

4 . 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.

5 . A street-legal motorcycle must have all of the following, except:

Front and rear brakes.
Turn signals.
A horn.
A seat for two people.

6 . Reflective clothing should:

Never be worn.
Be worn only during the day.
Be worn only at night.
Be worn day and night.

7 . When a lead rider's left arm is bent at the elbow with their index and middle fingers pointing straight up, it means:

Slow down.
Double-file formation.
Single-file formation.
Speed up.

8 . A leather jacket:

Can make a rider look cool.
Is usually too warm to wear when riding.
Provides protection in a crash.
Should not be worn when riding.

9 . When you are being passed, you should:

Ride in the center portion of the lane.
Ride in the left portion of the lane.
Ride in the right portion of the lane.
Weave among the three portions of the lane as the vehicle passes.

10 . When a lead rider's right leg is extended, it means:

Speed up.
Pull over.
Hazard in the roadway.
Slow down.

11 . Most crashes occur in broad daylight. To be more visible, you should:

Wear brightly-colored clothing.
Wear darkly-clothing.
Ride without your headlight.
Ride in a weaving pattern.

12 . When braking, you should:

First apply the front brake, then the rear.
First apply the rear brake, then the front.
Use both brakes at the same time.
Use brakes in any order.

13 . When it starts to rain, it is usually best to:

Increase your speed.
Exit the road.
Ride in the tire tracks left by cars.
Ride in the center of the lane.

14 . The best course of action to take if another driver is tailgating you is to:

Call the police.
Speed up.
Change lanes to allow them to pass.
Move to one side of the lane so the other driver can pass you within the lane.

15 . What is the best lane position for a motorcycle operator?

The left position in the lane
The center position in the lane
The right position in the lane
There is no single lane position that is best for all situations.

16 . When riding a motorcycle, clothing:

Should be loose enough to flap in the wind.
Should not cover your arms or legs completely.
Should not include a jacket if the weather is warm.
Can provide protection in the event of a crash.

17 . Maximum straight-line braking is done by:

Using only the rear brake.
Using only the front brake.
Using both the front and rear brakes without locking either wheel.
Using both the front and rear brakes while locking the rear wheel.

18 . Passengers should:

Lean as the operator leans.
Hold onto their seat.
Sit as far back on the bike as possible.
Never hold onto the operator.

19 . Use special care to use your mirrors in all of the following situations, except:

Before you slow down.
Before you change lanes.
When you are stopped.
After you get off the motorcycle.

20 . When it is raining, it is usually best to:

Ride in the center of the lane.
Pull off to the side of the road until the rain stops.
Ride in the tire tracks left by cars.
Increase your speed.

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

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

22 . This sign means:

Slippery when wet.
Tow-away zone.
Steep downgrade.
Roadwork ahead.

23 . Which of the following will best protect you while riding?

Sunglasses
Goggles
A windshield
A face shield

24 . When planning a long group ride, which of the following ideas should not be implemented?

The lengths of travel segments should be based on the least experienced rider.
Breaks should be minimized so the riders can get to their destination as soon as possible.
Inexperienced riders should be placed behind the leaders.
The group should maintain a staggered riding formation.

25 . As a motorcycle operator, you can help others see you by:

Riding with your headlight off.
Wearing bright clothing.
Following other vehicles closely.
Not using turn signals.

26 . When riding in a lane of traffic, a motorcycle operator:

Should always ride in the same part of the lane.
Should vary their lane position according to riding conditions.
Should always ride in the center of the lane.
Should always ride in the left part of the lane.
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27 . When loading cargo onto a motorcycle, you should:

Pack heavier items in front of the tank bag.
Pack lighter items near the front.
Try to not place items over the rear axle.
Place items behind the rear axle.

28 . If you are riding and your motorcycle starts to handle differently, you should:

Continue riding normally.
Pull over and check the tires.
Pull over to check the chain.
Pull over to check the windshield.

29 . Once a motorcycle helmet has been involved in a crash, it should be:

Inspected closely.
Replaced.
Sold to another rider.
Outfitted with a new chinstrap.

30 . The gearshift lever is operated by:

Your right hand.
Your right foot.
Your left hand.
Your left foot.

31 . What should a motorcyclist do to prevent possible injury when riding on a slippery surface?

Increase their speed.
Reduce their speed.
Make sudden moves.
Ride on the shoulder.

32 . When riding with a passenger, you should tell them to do all of the following, except:

Get on the motorcycle after the engine has been started.
Sit as far forward as they can without crowding you.
Hold firmly onto your waist, hips, or belt.
Feel free to talk whenever they want.

33 . When conducting a pre-ride check, be sure that:

The brakes make a loud squeaking noise.
The brakes cause some friction with the steering.
Each brake can hold the motorcycle.
Only the rear brake can hold the motorcycle.

34 . This sign shows one type of:

Intersection.
Road curve.
Right turn.
Lane change.

35 . Helmets are:

Required for all persons riding or operating a motorcycle.
Required for all persons under the age of 18 who are riding or operating a motorcycle.
Not required for operators, but are required for passengers.
Not required for any person riding or operating a motorcycle.

36 . When being passed, all of the following are potential hazards, except:

Extended mirrors.
Objects being thrown from other vehicles.
Blasts of wind.
Headlights.

37 . Before every ride, you should:

Make sure the clutch feels loose and free.
Wash your helmet.
Adjust the mirror to see the edge of your helmet.
Make sure each brake can hold the motorcycle.

38 . The Motorcycle Safety Foundation recommends a SEE strategy to make safe judgments while riding. What does "SEE" stand for?

Search, Evaluate, Execute
Skip, Early, Enter
Start, Exit, Energy
Standard, Error, Entice

39 . When in traffic, motorcycles need:

Much less distance to stop than cars.
Less distance to stop than cars.
As much distance to stop as cars.
More distance to stop than cars.

40 . If the throttle is stuck, you should:

Jump off the motorcycle.
Apply the brakes.
Twist the throttle back and forth several times.
Not try to twist the throttle.

41 . This road sign means:

No right turn.
Curve.
Turn right or left.
Traffic flows only in the direction of the arrow.

42 . When stopping behind a vehicle, you should:

Stop far behind the vehicle, then slowly creep up.
Stay well behind the vehicle.
Make a quick stop right behind the vehicle.
Stay about four car lengths behind the vehicle.

43 . When changing lanes:

There is no need to do a head check if you use your mirrors.
Mirrors provide a full view of the road around your motorcycle.
You should turn your head and look over your shoulder.
You can assume drivers will properly respond to your turn signal.

44 . An engine will seize due to:

A lack of fuel.
A lack of oil.
A lack of coolant.
Improper tire inflation.

45 . When riding at night you should:

Increase your speed.
Decrease your following distance.
Use the vehicle in front of you to help see.
Wear tinted glasses.

46 . Which of the following is not considered protective clothing for a motorcyclist?

A jacket
Boots
Gloves
A stocking cap

47 . Snow and ice melt:

Only when directly hit by sunshine.
At the same rate on all road surfaces.
Most quickly on overpasses and bridges.
Faster on some sections of the road than on others.

48 . To lessen your chances of being involved in a crash, you should:

Be visible to other drivers.
Keep your intentions unknown from other drivers.
Always stay within a foot of another vehicle.
Ride on the shoulder.

49 . A motorcyclist should:

Pick a favorite portion of the lane and stay in that portion all the time.
Continually weave among the lane positions to keep other drivers out of their lane.
Choose a lane position based on road and traffic conditions.
Not worry about lane position.

50 . When both braking and swerving must be done to avoid an unexpected hazard, a rider should:

Perform one action, then the other.
Perform both actions at the same time and apply extra braking pressure.
Perform both actions at the same time, but mainly focus on swerving.
Not perform either action.