PA Motorcycle Permit Test

When adjusting your mirrors to carry a passenger, the passenger should: A. Stand behind the motorcycle. B. Sit on the seat with you. C. Adjust the mirror while you sit on the motorcycle. D. Stand beside the motorcycle in the blind spot.

1. B - page 31

Riding in the center lane position: A. Keeps others from seeing you. B. Is safest place when approaching intersections. C. Keeps others from sharing your lane. D. Should be avoided if possible.

41. C - page15

To discourage other drivers from sharing your lane, it is usually best to: A. Ride in the left portion of your lane. B. Ride in the center portion of your lane. C. Ride next to another vehicle. D. Ride in the right portion of your lane.

42. B - page15

Keeping a cushion of space around your motorcycle: A. Is only necessary for beginning motorcyclists. B. Allows you time and space to react. C. Allows you to weave through traffic when you need to. D. Makes you more vulnerable.

43. B - page11

To spot approaching traffic and maintain a space cushion in the illustration above: A. Ride in the center of the lane. B. Move right and lean away from the turn. C. Do not lean. D. Ride in the left portion of the lane.

44. A - page 26

You plan to make a right turn after stopping at an intersection. Usually it is best to: A. Let the traffic coming from behind pass around you. B. Turn from the center portion of the lane. C. Turn from the right portion of the lane. D. Turn from the left portion of the lane.

45. B - page15

Following close to vehicles in front of you: A. Helps you see hazards in the road. B. Is safer at night. C. Protects you in heavy traffic. D. Is a factor in crashes caused by motorcyclists.

46. D - page12

When following a car, you should try to: A. Ride where the driver can see you in the rear-view mirror. B. Ride next to another car to be more visible. C. Ride in the left side of the lane. D. Ride in the right side of the lane

47. A - page 13

At intersections, the most common cause of motorcycle/car crashes is: A. Drivers entering a rider's right of way. B. Riders not seeing drivers enter from side streets. C. Drivers tailgating riders. D. Riders not yielding to oncoming traffic.

48. A - page 17

Car/Motorcycle crashes are most common: A. At intersections. B. At night. C. When the rider is speeding. D. On freeways.

49. A - page 17

When riding with passengers, you should: A. Start slowing sooner. B. Use only your front brake to slow. C. Never talk to them. D. Start in the center of the lane.

5. A - page32

Making eye contact with a driver at an intersection: A. Is a sure sign that the driver will probably yield. B. Is important if the driver is pulling out from a side street. C. Does not mean that the driver sees you. D. Confuses them.

50. C - page17

The greatest danger for a rider when passing parked cars is: A. A car backing into a parking space. B. A car pulling out. C. A car door being opened. D. Someone stepping from between cars.

51. B - page19

In this picture, the light most likely to make the motorcycle noticeable to the car driver is the: A. Brake light. C. Headlight. B. Taillight. D. Turn signal.

52. D - page21

When riding in traffic at night, the best way to locate bumps in the road is to; A. Look over the cars ahead. B. Put your headlights on high beam. C. Read the road signs. D. Watch the taillights of the car ahead.

53. D - page23

The best way to help others see your motorcycle is to: A. Ride in the left portion of the lane. B. Wear a white helmet. C. Stay in the center portion of the lane. D. Ride with your headlight turned on.

54. D - page20

Not turning off a turn signal is most likely to: A. Encourage other drivers to pull into your path. B. Keeps others from noticing your brake light. C. Reduces your chances of a crash because other drivers stay clear. D. Encourage others to follow you too closely.

55. A - page 21

Make a special point to use your mirrors: A. On long trips. B. When riding through an intersection. C. When following a vehicle. D. Before slowing or stopping

56. D - page21

Before changing lanes to the left: A. Check your left mirror; and look to the left. B. Check the right mirror, then the left mirror. C. Check the left mirror, then the right mirror. D. Use your horn and speed up.

57. A - page 22

The best gear to wear to be seen at night is: A. Fluorescent clothing. B. A white helmet. C. Reflective clothing. D. A red jacket.

58. C - page23

To see better when following a car at night: A. Increase your following distance and use your low beam. B. Use the headlights of the vehicle ahead. C. Pass when safe and use your high beam. D. Drop far back and use your high beam.

59. B - page23

When carrying loads: A. Keep the load behind the rear axle. B. Secure the load with a rope. C. Fasten the load against the frame on the back of the seat. D. Keep the load low and as far forward as possible.

6. D - page32

When riding at night: A. Always ride in the center lane. B. Ride with flashers on. C. Wear reflective clothing. D. Follow closer to the vehicle ahead for safety.

60. C - page23

If you lock the front tire when stopping: A. Release the rear brake. B. Keep the front brake locked until fully stopped. C. Keep both brakes locked. D. Release and reapply the front brake.

61. D - page23

In the picture above, the rear wheel locks while trying to stop quickly. It is usually best to: A. Maintain position and release the rear brake. B. Lean the motorcycle and release the rear brake. C. Release front brake and keep rear brake locked. D. Keep the rear wheel locked until stopped.

62. D - page 23

When swerving, it is important to: A. Always brake before swerving. B. Separate braking from swerving. C. Always brake after swerving. D. Swerve in the direction the hazard is traveling.

63. B - page25

To ride over metal bridge gratings: A. Ride straight across. B. Weave (zig-zag) across. C. Cross at a sharp angle without changing lanes. D. Speed up.

64. A - page 28

To ride over an object on the road: A. Stay seated until you have crossed it. B. Rise slightly off the seat. C. Edge across it. D. Grip the gas tank with your knees.

65. B - page27

When riding over an obstacle, it is usually best to: A. Keep a normal seat position. B. Rise slightly off the seat. C. Grip the gas tank with your knees. D. Lean forward as much as possible.

66. B - page27

On a paved, two-lane road, sand and gravel are most likely to collect: A. In the left wheel track. B. Near to center of the road. C. Near the sides of the road. D. In the center of the lane.

67. C - page27

On a wet road, it will usually be most slippery: A. On loose gravel. B. In the left wheel track. C. In the right wheel track. D. In the center portion of the lane

68. D - page27

To handle a slippery surface, it is best to: A. Use the rear brake lightly while crossing. B. Slow down before reaching it. C. Gradually accelerate. D. Downshift when you reach it.

69. B - page27

A group of riders move from a staggered formation into a single file when: A. Riding at night. B. Traffic is heavy. C. Stopping at intersections. D. Turning corners.

7. D - page34

To stop on wet pavement: A. Apply the front brake only if the wheel begins to slide. B. Coast to a stop. C. Apply the rear brake only. D. Apply the front and rear brakes together.

70. D - page27

When riding where sand and gravel have collected on paved roads, you should: A. Downshift and use more throttle. B. Pull in the clutch. C. Only use the rear brake to slow down. D. Avoid sudden changes in speed or direction.

71. D - page27

If the rear tire goes flat: A. You will not be able to maintain control. B. You will lose power to the rear wheel. C. The back of the motorcycle will jerk from side to side. D. The steering will feel heavy.

72. C - page29

If you have a flat tire while riding, hold the handle grips firmly and: A. Gently apply both brakes. B. Use the brake of the good tire or avoid braking. C. Continue to the nearest repair facility. D. Use only the brake that controls the flat tire.

73. B - page29

When the front tire goes flat while riding: A. Apply the front brake. B. You will not be able to control the motorcycle. C. Apply rear brake and steer to the the edge of the road. D. Steer to the right & apply both brakes.

74. C - page29

When the front tire goes flat: A. The steering will feel heavy. B. It has no effect on handling. C. The back of the motorcycle will jerk from side to side. D. You will lose power to the brakes.

75. A - page 29

If your throttle sticks: A. Squeeze the clutch and use engine cut-off switch. B. Shift to neutral and apply both brakes. C. Downshift and apply both brakes. D. Apply the front brake.

76. A - page 29

In the picture above, it is usually best to: A. Speed up to get by quickly. B. Ride in position 3. C. Ride in position 1. D. Ride in position 2 or 3.

77. D - page12

In this picture, A, B, and C are riding as a group. To pass, rider B should: A. Complete the pass in front of A. B. Pass with C. C. Return to the lane and ride next to A. D. Return to the right portion of the lane behind A.

78. D - page34

To create more space in the situation pictured above, you should: A. Ride in the right portion of the lane. B. Adjust speed and stay in the center of the lane. C. Move to the left lane. D. Pass the car on your left.

79. B - page15

In this picture, riders are in a staggered formation. The following distance between A and C should be at least: A. Four seconds. C. One car length. B. One second. D. Two seconds.

8. D - page33

Most motorcycle/car crashes: A. Occur because a car driver pulls into the path of the motorcycle. B. Result in minor injuries. C. Occur because a motorcyclist turns left in front of a vehicle. D. Occur because of speeding.

80. A - page 17

You are preparing to move to the left lane, as pictured above. To spot cars passing beside you, it is best to: A. Slow and look in the left mirror. B. Look in the left mirror. C. Speed up and look in the left mirror. D. Turn your head to the left.

81. D - page22

To adjust for traffic and avoid debris in the curve pictured, ride: A. In position 3. B. In position 2. C. Without leaning. D. In position 1.

82. B - page26

To cross tracks that run parallel to your course: A. Edge gradually across. B. Move into the opposing lane to cross at a 90-degree angle. C. Wait for the tracks to end. D. Move away, then turn and cross at an angle of at least 45 degrees.

83. D - page28

In this picture, the rider in the most dangerous position is: A. Rider B. B. Rider C. C. Rider A. D. None.

84. A - page 12

Riders in a staggered formation will be passing a car. After the lead rider passes, he/she should: A. Return to the right portion of the lane. B. Return to the center portion of the lane. C. Return to the left portion of the lane. D. Signal the others to follow.

9. C - page34

When turning, it is important to: A. Look straight ahead. B. Slow after starting into the turn. C. Reduce speed coming out of the turn. D. Look through the turn to where you want to go.

35. D - page10

It is important to search the road for escape routes: A. Though alleyways. B. At intersections. C. When riding a borrowed motorcycle. D. On curves.

36. B - page16

To make good judgments in traffic, you need to first: A. Be able to swerve. B. Search ahead. C. Watch for pedestrians. D. Know how to stop quickly

37. B - page16

The car driver is signaling for a left turn. The rider should: A. Hold speed and center lane position. B. Slow and move away from approaching vehicles. C. Increase speed and move left. D. Increase speed and stay in the center of the lane.

38. B - page18

You should make a special point of checking traffic to the rear: A. Before starting into a curve. B. When you approach an intersection. C. When carrying a passenger. D. Before slowing.

39. D - page21

When carrying a passenger: A. You will have more balance. B. You will be able to slow more quickly. C. It will take longer to accelerate and slow down. D. You will have less chance of skidding.

4. C - page 32

When preparing to pass, it is usually better to: A. Signal-Check your left mirror - look left. B. Signal-Move into left lane - accelerate. C. Signal-Check your left mirror. D. Signal-Check your left mirror - speed up.

40. A - page 14

When the motorcycle is stopped at an intersection, a passenger should: A. Keep both feet on the foot pegs. B. Place one foot on the ground. C. Place both feet on the ground. D. Move back on the seat.

3. A - page 33

To make a normal stop, use: A. The rear brake first. B. Both brakes, and downshift. C. The front brake and downshift. D. The rear brake only.

30. B - page10

Your motorcycle has two brakes. Use both brakes: A. Only for emergency stops. B. While swerving. C. Every time you slow or stop. D. Only for normal stops.

31. C - page10

In a normal turn: A. Lean your motorcycle more than your body. B. Lean your motorcycle and your body at the same angle. C. Do not lean. D. Lean your body more than you motorcycle.

32. B - page11

In slow tight turns: A. Lean the motorcycle only, and keep your body straight. B. Lean your body more than the motorcycle. C. Lean with the motorcycle. D. Do not lean.

33. A - page 11

To reduce speed before turning: A. Shift to neutral. B. Pull in the clutch and use both brakes. C. Apply the rear brake only. D. Close the throttle and apply both brakes.

34. D - page10

Alcohol enters the bloodstream and quickly reaches the brain. What is affected first? A. Judgment. C. Balance. B. Speech. D. Vision.

10. A - page 38

Alcohol first affects your: A. Vision. C. Judgment. B. Speech. D. Balance.

11. C - page38

Approximately half of all motorcycle crash fatalities are caused by: A. Road conditions. B. The rider's helmet. C. Alcohol Impairment. D. Mechanical Failure.

12. C - page35

If you don't control your drinking: A. Ride slower. B. Allow at least an hour for each drink before riding. C. Exercise or dance to wear the drinks off. D. Drink hot coffee to be alert

13. B - page38

Studies show that almost half of all riders killed in motorcycle crashes: A. Had poor eyesight. B. Had been drinking. C. Were speeding. D. Were unskilled.

14. B - page35

The ability to think clearly and ride safely is affected by as little as: A. 1 drink. C. 3 drinks. B. 6 drinks. D. 2 drinks.

15. A - page 35

If you drink 4 typical drinks, what is the least amount of alcohol remaining in your body after 2 hrs? A. 2 drinks. C. 1 drink. B. 3 drinks. D. 4 drinks.

16. A - page 36

For greatest safety, your helmet should: A. Fit tightly at the base; loosely at the top. B. Fit loosely all the way around. C. Fit snugly all the way around. D. Be worn only on long rides.

17. C - page4

The single most important thing you can do to improve your chances of surviving a crash is to: A. Lay the motorcycle down before hitting an obstacle. B. Wear a securely fastened helmet. C. Be familiar with the motorcycle. D. Ride in the center portion of the lane.

18. B - page3

Wearing a helmet can reduce the chance of a fatal head injury in: A. Low-speed crash only. B. Single - vehicle crashes only. C. Any crash, regardless of speed. D. High-speed crash only.

19. C - page3

A passenger should: A . Hold onto the seat strap. B. Hold onto the side of the seat. C. Hold onto the operator's waist. D Not ride without a backrest.

2. C - page 32

Wearing a helmet will: A. Reduce your chances of neck and head injuries. B. Increase your chances of a neck injury. C. Reduce your vision by two-thirds. D. Neither reduce nor increase your chances of a head injury.

20. A - page 3

Of the following, which one gives the most eye and face protection while riding? A. Goggles. C. A faceshield. B. A windshield. D. Sunglasses.

21. C - page4

While riding an unfamiliar motorcycle: A. Do not shift above third gear. B. Stay in the right portion of the lane. C. Have the owner ride with you. D. Allow extra room for stopping

22. D - page7

The engine cut-off switch is usually located: A. Near the clutch. B. On the left handlebar. C. Near the right hand grip. D. On the top of the gas tank.

23. C - page6

With a properly adjusted mirror you can see: A. The lane beside you. B. The lane behind you. C. Part of the lane beside you and behind you. D. Everything behind and to the side.

24. C - page7

When slowing for a normal stop: A. Use only the rear brake. B. Use less throttle and the front brake only. C. Shift down through the gears as you slow. D. Pull in the clutch and coast.

25. C - page9

When turning, you should: A. Watch the center line. B. Look straight ahead. C. Look at the guard rail. D. Look through the turn.

26. D - page10

Which one of the following statements is correct: A. Press left, lean left, go right. B. Press left, lean left, go left. C. Press left, lean right, go right. D. Press right, lean right, go left.

27. B - page10

While in a turn, it is best to: A. Maintain a steady speed or gradually accelerate. B. Slow down. C. Use your brakes. D. Accelerate and look straight ahead.

28. A - page 11

If you need to slow down while turning: A. Apply the rear brake, and lean farther into the turn. B. Never apply the brakes. C. Use caution, apply both brakes. D. Apply the rear brake only.

29. C - page10