1 . When riding three-wheeled motorcycles in a group, you should travel in:

A staggered formation.
Pairs.
The left portion of the lane.
A single-file formation.

2 . In general, when riding at night, your headlight should:

Not be used.
Be used on its high beam setting.
Be used on its low beam setting.
Alternate between high beam and low beam settings.

3 . 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.

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

Dry pavement
Wet leaves
Loose gravel
An ice patch

5 . 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.

6 . Head checks should be done:

Frequently as a part of your normal routine.
Only when turning.
Only when changing lanes.
Infrequently, because they take your eyes off the road ahead.

7 . 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.

8 . Usually, a minimum following distance of _____ should be maintained.

One second
Two seconds
Three seconds
Four seconds

9 . A skidding rear tire:

Is not serious.
Eliminates your ability to change direction.
Will usually correct itself.
Is only a concern if the front tire is also skidding.

10 . Helmets do not have to:

Fit snugly.
Be securely fastened while you are riding.
Be free of defects, such as cracks and loose padding.
Include a face shield.

11 . Illegally parking in a handicap parking space may result in:

Your motorcycle being pushed to the side.
Jail time.
A $750 fine.
A warning.
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12 . You should check your motorcycle's fluid levels:

At least once a week.
At least twice a year.
At least once a year.
Before every ride.

13 . This is a __________ sign.

Stop
Wrong way
Yield
Do not enter

14 . When in traffic, motorcycles need:

Much less distance to stop than cars.
Less distance to stop than cars.
As much distance to stop as cars.
More distance to stop than cars.

15 . To increase your chances of being seen at an intersection, you should:

Try to make eye contact with other drivers.
Ride with your headlight on.
Reduce your space cushion.
Ride in a weaving pattern.

16 . Texas law requires motorcycles be equipped with certain equipment. Which of the following is not a required piece of equipment?

Horn
License plate lamp
Mirror
Saddlebag

17 . 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.

18 . Your knees should be:

Against the handlebars.
Straightened and wide.
Against the gas tank.
Wherever you prefer.

19 . Passengers should:

Lean with the operator.
Never come into contact with the operator.
Sit as far back on their seat as possible.
Hold onto their seat.

20 . 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.