1 . When carrying a passenger, you should:

Sit farther forward than you usually do.
Sit farther back than you usually do.
Sit in your usual comfortable position.

2 . Oil drippings and debris often collect in ______ of a lane.

The left portion
The middle portion
The right portion

3 . An engine will seize due to:

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

4 . 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.

5 . A rider's lane position should:

Hide them from other drivers.
Change frequently to avoid monotony.
Protect them from the wind.
Allow them to surprise other drivers.

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

Slow, look, roll, and press.
Slow, shift, look, and lurch.
Press, lean, turn, and grip.

7 . When a lead rider extends their left arm straight out with their palm facing up before swinging their arm upward, it means:

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

8 . 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.

9 . When a motorcyclist needs to stop quickly, they should:

Apply both brakes at the same time.
Use only the front brake.
Use only the rear brake.

10 . You have an improved chance of avoiding serious injury in a crash if you wear all of the following, except:

A DOT-compliant helmet.
A leather jacket.
A sweatshirt.

11 . If used legally, operating while under the influence of marijuana is:

Legal.
Legal, but not recommended.
Illegal.
Recommended.

12 . If you are riding behind a car, you should:

Stay in a lane position that makes you visible to the driver.
Always ride in the far left portion of the lane.
Not be concerned about your placement.
Always ride in the far right portion of the lane.

13 . Reflective clothing should:

Be worn at night.
Not be worn during the day
Never be worn.
Not be worn at night.
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14 . Helmets are:

Not required, but recommended.
Required only for operators who are under the age of 21.
Required only for operators who have held their license for less than two years.
Required for all motorcycle operators.

15 . The best way to avoid fatigue when riding your motorcycle on a long trip is to:

Take frequent breaks to rest.
Ride as fast as possible.
Take artificial stimulants.

16 . Which of the following provides a rider with the best protection?

Goggles
A face shield
A windshield
Eyeglasses

17 . When being passed by another vehicle, you should travel in:

The left portion of the lane.
The center portion of the lane.
The right portion of the lane.

18 . To avoid confusing other drivers, you should:

Increase your following distance.
Turn off your turn signal after you complete a turn or lane change.
Use your horn only in emergency situations.

19 . This road sign means:

Keep right.
Keep left.
Pass with caution.
No passing.

20 . You should ride with your headlight on:

Only at night.
Only at night and in the rain.
At all times.
Under no circumstances.

21 . A motorcyclist should attempt to avoid obstacles on the roadway. If avoiding an obstacle is not possible, the motorcyclist should:

Speed up before coming into contact with the object.
Stay seated so the seat can cushion some of the impact.
Tilt the motorcycle to the left before coming into contact with the object.
Try to approach the obstacle at as close to a 90-degree angle as possible.

22 . Increase your following distance:

If the roadway is slippery.
If there are only a few vehicles on the roadway.
If the sun is shining.
If drivers are following the speed limit.

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

Dry pavement
Wet leaves
Loose gravel
An ice patch

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

Five-second
Three-second
Two-second

25 . When riding in a group, riders should:

All maintain safe following distances.
Follow each other as closely as possible.
Not worry about distances between members.