1 . Whichever style of helmet you choose, you will get the most protection by ensuring that your helmet:

Fits snugly.
Is clean.
Looks cool.

2 . Passengers should:

Look over their shoulder when taking a turn or curve.
Never hold onto the rider.
Sit as far back as possible.

3 . This road sign means:

No right turn.
Drive only in the direction of the arrow.
Curve ahead.

4 . A rider's lane position should:

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

5 . When riding on a slippery surface, you should:

Increase your speed.
Use only the rear brake.
Avoid making sudden moves.

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

Backwards.
Open.
Empty.

7 . When riding, jackets and pants should:

Fit loosely enough to allow the wind to catch the fabric.
Be snug enough to keep from flapping in the wind.
Be tight enough to prevent you from moving freely.

8 . 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.
Try to approach the obstacle at as close to a 90-degree angle as possible.

9 . If your rear wheel locks up while you are stopping on a straightaway:

You can usually maintain control of the motorcycle.
You will likely lose control of the motorcycle.
You will need to release the rear brake to regain control of the motorcycle.

10 . This sign means:

Upcoming downgrade or hill.
Road construction area.
Upcoming narrowing of roadway.

11 . This road sign means:

Sharp turn to the right ahead.
Upcoming sharp left and right turns.
Winding road ahead.

12 . Reflective clothing:

Should be worn only at night.
Should be worn only during the day.
Should be worn both day and night.

13 . A sign with this shape means:

Railroad crossing.
Warning.
Signal ahead.
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14 . What should you do if your rear wheel skids?

Keep the rear brake engaged until you come to a stop.
Release the rear brake and only use the front brake.
Release both brakes and re-apply them.

15 . 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.

16 . Refusing to take a breath test when requested to do so by an officer:

Is your right and will have no negative consequences.
Will result in legal consequences.
Is recommended.

17 . When passing a row of parked vehicles, a motorcycle rider has an advantage over an automobile driver because:

The motorcycle can accelerate more quickly than a car.
The motorcyclist can ride in the left part of the lane to avoid people and cars to their right.
Motorcycles have a shorter stopping distance than cars do.

18 . When stopping your motorcycle while carrying a passenger, you should:

Ride a little faster than you normally would.
Start slowing earlier than you normally would.
Merge into smaller gaps of traffic than you normally would.

19 . If braking in a curve:

Only use the front brake.
You may have less traction as you lean into the curve.
You will have more traction as you lean into the curve.

20 . When being passed, it is usually best for motorcyclists to be in which part of the lane?

The right
The center
The left

21 . Before every ride, you should:

Modify the exhaust system.
Clean and adjust your mirrors.
Clean your wheels.

22 . To obtain a license in South Dakota, an applicant must be at least:

14 years old.
16 years old.
18 years old.

23 . If traffic is present, where should you generally position your motorcycle when entering a curve?

The outside of the curve
The inside of the curve
The center of the curve

24 . How should you respond to strong wind gusts?

Lean into the wind.
Avoid the wind by moving close to another vehicle.
Lean away from the wind.

25 . This red and white sign means you should:

Stop and check for traffic coming from both directions before proceeding.
Give the right-of-way to traffic on the road you wish to enter or cross.
Maintain a steady speed and check for traffic coming from all directions.