1 . What is the best lane position for a motorcycle?

The left position
The center position
The right position
There is no single best lane position.

2 . 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.

3 . An advantage to keeping a cushion of space between your motorcycle and other vehicles is that:

You can pass danger more quickly.
You will have a more narrow view of the road so you can stay focused.
You will have more time to react to the movements of others.
You can more easily follow the path of the next vehicle.

4 . Several factors influence blood alcohol concentration (BAC). Which of the following does not play a role?

The amount of alcohol consumed
How fast a person drinks
Body weight
Height

5 . Riding alongside a car:

Is encouraged.
Can place you in a blind spot.
Is not an issue unless the roadway is wet.
Can make driving easier for the other motorist.

6 . 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.

7 . This road sign means:

Drive with caution and be ready to slow down.
Do not drive in this lane.
You must come to a complete stop and yield the right-of-way.
Slow down, be prepared to stop, and, if necessary, yield the right-of-way.

8 . The front brake supplies how much of a motorcycle's stopping power?

About one-quarter
About one-half
About three-quarters
All the stopping power

9 . A proper lane position can help you do all of the following, except:

Avoid other drivers' blindspots.
Increase your ability to see and be seen.
Go faster.
Set up for turns.

10 . A person with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of ______ or more is considered legally intoxicated.

0.02 percent
0.03 percent
0.06 percent
0.08 percent

11 . Before every ride, you should:

Make sure your bike's brake lights work properly.
Make sure the paint on the bike is not peeling.
Make sure your bike is completely clean.
Make sure you can see your helmet in your mirrors.

12 . Before every ride, you should:

Modify the exhaust system.
Clean and adjust your mirrors.
Clean your wheels.
Fill the gas tank.

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

Dry pavement
Wet leaves
Loose gravel
An ice patch
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14 . On a motorcycle, a horn:

Is useless.
Usually cannot be heard by others.
Can be used to get someone’s attention quickly.
Should not be used.

15 . To cross tracks that run parallel to your lane, you should:

Edge gradually across the tracks.
Cross the tracks at a 90-degree angle.
Move away from the tracks, turn, and cross at an angle of at least 45 degrees.
Wait for the tracks to end.

16 . This sign means:

Keep right.
Low shoulder.
No parking at any time.
Lane ends.

17 . In general, the body gets rid of almost ______ per hour.

One drink
Two drinks
Three drinks
Four drinks

18 . A motorcycle “fits” you if:

You are able to touch your feet to the ground while seated.
You are able to reach the controls by stretching.
The handlebars go over your head.
Your feet are unable to rest on the foot pegs.

19 . 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.

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

Five-second
Three-second
Two-second
One-second

21 . To best control a motorcycle, a rider should:

Sit with their arms fully extended.
Use their arms to hold their body up.
Keep their knees away from the gas tank.
Keep their feet firmly on the footrests.

22 . 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.

23 . More than half of all crashes:

Occur at speeds greater than 35 mph.
Happen at night.
Are caused by worn tires.
Involve riders who have operated the involved motorcycle for less than six months.

24 . This sign is a:

Service sign.
Regulatory sign.
Warning sign.
Stop sign.

25 . Drivers on an entrance ramp may not see you on the highway. What should you do to help an entering driver merge safely?

Stay in your lane, as it is not your responsibility to be seen.
Change to a lane away from the entrance ramp, if possible.
Move to the shoulder.
Weave within your lane to be more obvious to the entering driver.