DMV Permit Test 16 - Maine Motorcycle

1 . The best source of information for your motorcycle is:

The owner’s manual. A general book about motorcycles. Someone who has a different type of motorcycle. A television show about motorcycle riding. Click Here Full Cheat Sheet

2 . This sign is a warning that you are approaching:

An intersection. A crosswalk. A railroad crossing. A blasting zone. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

3 . When passing, you:

Should ride within the speed limits. Should decelerate. May ride 10 mph above the maximum speed limit. May ride 15 mph above the maximum speed limit. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

4 . Who must wear a helmet while riding a motorcycle?

All operators and passengers under the age of 18 Operators who have held their license for less than one year Passengers riding with an operator who is required to wear a helmet All of the above. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

5 . What are the four steps to safely completing a turn?

Slow, shift, look, and lurch. Slow, look, press, and roll. Press, lean, turn, and grip. Shift, lean, tuck, and roll. Click Here Full Cheat Sheet

6 . When making an ordinary stop, you should:

Use both the front and rear brakes. Use only the rear brake to save the front brake for special situations. Use only the front brake to save the rear brake for special situations. Sharply squeeze the front brake only. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

7 . If your drive chain breaks, you:

Should hold the chain in place. Can continue safely riding. Will notice a loss of power to the rear wheel. Should remember to fix the belt on your next stop. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

8 . When you are riding on a bridge grating, you should:

Always ride on the far right side of the lane. Always ride on the far left side of the lane. Slowly zigzag across the grating. Relax, maintain a steady speed, and ride straight across the surface. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

9 . When changing lanes on a road with several lanes, you should:

Check only the lane next to you for traffic. Check the lane next to you and the next lane over for traffic. Rely only on your mirrors. Not worry about signaling. Click Here Full Cheat Sheet

10 . This sign means:

No parking. Divided highway ahead. Left turn signal. Yield. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

11 . Before starting out, your fuel valve should be:

Backwards. Empty. Open. Closed. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

12 . This road sign means:

Do not enter. No parking. No U-turn. No left turn. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

13 . Consequences for Operating Under the Influence (OUI) may include:

License suspension. Community service. Fines. All of the above. Click Here Full Cheat Sheet

14 . When your mirrors are properly adjusted, you should see:

The lane behind you and the lane next to you. Only behind your motorcycle. Only next to your motorcycle. The front of your helmet. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

15 . When passing another driver, you should:

Move out of their blind spot as quickly as possible. Linger in their blind spot. Decelerate in the passing lane. Not worry about your own blind spot. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

16 . When riding in a vehicle's blind spot, you should:

Stay where you are to avoid surprising the driver. Wave at the other driver to get their attention. Slow down until you are out of the blind spot. Pull over to the shoulder. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

17 . This sign means:

Keep right. Low shoulder. No parking at any time. Lane ends. Click Here Full Cheat Sheet

18 . To help provide space for drivers attempting to merge into your lane from an entrance ramp, you should:

Stay in your lane. Merge into the next lane, if possible. Not worry about it, since they are the ones trying to merge. Ride on the far left shoulder. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

19 . When carrying a passenger, you should:

Equip and adjust your motorcycle to carry the passenger. Ride as you would without a passenger. Ensure that footrests are available for only you, the operator. Instruct the passenger after you begin your trip. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

20 . This sign means:

No U-turn. Two-way left turn. Minimum speed limit. No parking. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

21 . Which of the following surfaces provides the best traction for a motorcycle?

A gravel road Dry pavement Mud Lane markings Click Here Full Cheat Sheet

22 . As you accelerate, you should:

Shift up to a higher gear. Shift down to a lower gear. Remain in your first gear. Remain in a neutral gear. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

23 . Compared to riding during the day, a motorcycle operator who is riding at night should do all of the following, except:

Ride more slowly. Allow more space between their motorcycle and other vehicles. Use their high beam whenever possible. Tailgate other vehicles. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

24 . This sign means:

Low clearance. Fines double in a work zone. No left turn. Do not block intersection. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

25 . Which of the following is not a way to prevent a friend from driving while intoxicated?

Arrange a safe ride home for them. Get them involved in activities to slow their drinking and keep them busy while they sober up. Make them wait 15 minutes after their last drink before driving. Get other friends involved in stopping your friend from driving. Click Here Full Cheat Sheet

26 . You should choose the lane position that can:

Minimize your space cushion and allow you to be seen by others. Maximize your space cushion and allow you to be seen by others. Maximize your potential for encountering road hazards and allow others to pass you. Minimize your potential for encountering road hazards and allow you to closely follow another vehicle. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

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27 . If your motorcycle starts to wobble, it is best to:

Downshift. Accelerate. Grip the handlebars firmly and close the throttle gradually. Gradually apply your brakes. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

28 . If the road is wet, you should avoid:

The left portion of a lane. The center portion of the lane. The right portion of the lane. All areas of the lane. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

29 . If you are not traveling slowly enough when shifting into a lower gear, what could happen?

Your motorcycle may lurch and the rear tire may skid. The horn may go off. Your motorcycle may lurch and the front tire may skid. Your motorcycle may lurch and a warning light will go on. Click Here Full Cheat Sheet

30 . In general, when parked on the road, a motorcycle should be:

Parked with both the front and rear wheels touching the curb. Angled with the rear wheel touching the curb. Angled with the front wheel touching the curb. Parallel to the curb. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

31 . When exiting a highway while riding in a group, which riding formation should be used?

Staggered Single-file Paired up Riding three across a lane Take a FREE Practice Test Now

32 . This sign means:

Slow down if an emergency vehicle is approaching. Look both ways as you cross the intersection. Always come to a full stop at the intersection. Slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

33 . When turning a three-wheeled motorcycle, there is a tendency for:

The rear outside wheel to leave the pavement. The rear inside wheel to leave the pavement. The front wheel to leave the pavement. All wheels to leave the pavement. Click Here Full Cheat Sheet

34 . Your lane position should help you:

Communicate your intentions to other drivers. Keep others from passing you. Travel to your destination as quickly as possible. Linger in the blind spots of other drivers. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

35 . To get the best possible protection, wear a helmet that:

Fits snugly. Is well-worn and broken in. Is pretty loose. Does not have a chinstrap. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

36 . In addition to hazardous road conditions, riders should search for:

Traffic approaching from behind. Oncoming traffic that could turn left in front of them. Traffic entering from side roads to the left and right. All of the above. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

37 . Which portion of the lane should be avoided?

The left portion of the lane The center portion of the lane The right portion of the lane No portion of the lane should always be avoided. Click Here Full Cheat Sheet

38 . Before mounting the motorcycle, your pre-ride inspection should include all of the following, except:

A tire check. A taillight test. A headlight test. A paint check. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

39 . Shifting to a lower gear produces an effect similar to:

Accelerating. Braking. Swerving. Turning. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

40 . When checking tires before a ride, you should look at all of the following except:

Air pressure General wear General tread Shininess Take a FREE Practice Test Now

41 . When riding a three-wheeled motorcycle, you should stay in:

The left side of the lane. The right side of the lane. The center portion of the lane. Whichever portion of the lane you want. Click Here Full Cheat Sheet

42 . Which of the following is not a type of protective riding gear?

A leather jacket Boots that go above the ankle Hearing protection Pants made of a soft material Take a FREE Practice Test Now

43 . Which of the following does not need to be checked before each ride?

Each brake lever The horn Tire inflation pressure The condition of the paint Take a FREE Practice Test Now

44 . The center portion of the lane collects oil. That part of the lane:

Should always be avoided. Should be avoided if it is raining. Offers the best traction in the lane. Will allow you to ride faster than other parts of the lane will. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

45 . It is best to not ride directly alongside another vehicle because:

You may be riding in its blind spot. It is distracting to have a vehicle next to you. Other drivers may want to use the lane. It would be difficult to see what is happening behind you. Click Here Full Cheat Sheet

46 . Smoothly downshifting on motorcycles:

Is a useless action. Can allow the rider to engine brake. Is illegal. Should not be done if other vehicles are around. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

47 . What does this hand signal mean?

Slow or stop Left turn Right turn Backing up Take a FREE Practice Test Now

48 . When riding in a group, the best riding formation is generally:

Pairs. A staggered formation. A single-file line. A pyramid formation. Take a FREE Practice Test Now

49 . This sign means:

Highway changes ahead and to the right. Hiking trails ahead and to the right. Hotel ahead and to the right. Hospital ahead and to the right. Click Here Full Cheat Sheet

50 . If you must swerve, you should:

Shift your weight quickly. Turn your handlebars quickly. Press the handgrip in the direction of the turn. Press the handgrip in the opposite direction of the turn. Take a FREE Practice Test Now