1 . To be effective, helmets:

Should be worn only on long rides.
Should be worn on every ride.
Should fit loosely.
Can have a couple of cracks.

2 . This sign means:

Two-way traffic.
Lane shifting.
Low clearance.
Added lane.

3 . 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.

4 . A driver making eye contact with you:

Means that they see you.
Will never happen.
Does not mean that they will properly yield to you.
Guarantees that they will properly yield to you.

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 . If you are riding in the right side of your lane while following a car:

You are likely riding in the best position to be seen.
You may not be seen unless the driver uses their side mirror.
The driver will most likely assume you are there.
You are discouraging other drivers from sharing your lane.

7 . 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.
Sit anywhere.

8 . This road sign means:

Steep grade ahead.
Pedestrian crossing ahead.
Low ground railroad crossing.
Low clearance.

9 . When riding a motorcycle, you should:

Wear long pants.
Wear shorts if it is warm outside.
Wear loose-fitting clothing.
Wear sandals.

10 . When riding with a passenger, you may need to adjust:

The brakes.
The brake light.
The fluid levels.
The suspension.

11 . Braking in a turn is:

Easier than braking on a straightaway.
More difficult than braking on a straightaway.
Done safely by using the front brake only.
Done safely by using the rear brake only.
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12 . When riding at night, you should travel:

More slowly than you would during the day under similar conditions.
At the speed you would travel during the day under similar conditions.
Faster than you would during the day under similar conditions.
On the shoulder of the road so other vehicles can see you.

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

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

14 . When you see this sign, it means:

There is an object on the roadway.
Traffic is coming from the right.
The road is curving sharply to the left.
There is a merge point ahead.

15 . In a slow, tight turn, the rider should:

Counterbalance the leaning motorcycle by keeping their body upright.
Lean at the same angle as the motorcycle.
Lean in the opposite direction of the motorcycle and the turn.
Counterbalance their leaning body by keeping the motorcycle upright.

16 . When slowing down or stopping, you must:

Shift down through the gears.
Shift up through the gears.
Shift into neutral.
Never change gears.

17 . If it is warm outside, should you wear a leather jacket while riding?

No, it will make you too hot.
Yes, but take frequent breaks to remove the jacket and cool off.
Yes, riding jackets are made to keep the rider cool, even in warm weather.
No, jackets get in the way of steering.

18 . When downshifting, the first thing you should do is:

Roll off the throttle and release the clutch lever.
Roll off the throttle and squeeze the clutch lever.
Ease out the clutch lever.
Firmly press down the shift lever.

19 . When riding on a slippery surface, you should not:

Reduce your speed.
Avoid sudden moves.
Use both brakes.
Brake quickly.

20 . Which of the following provides the best protection?

Sunglasses
Windshield
Goggles
Face shield