Colorado Motorcycle Driving Permit Test-11 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1.

When braking, you should use:

The front brake only.
The rear brake only.
Both front and rear brakes.
Either the front or rear brake, but not both.

Explanation

Q.2.

If you are being chased by a dog, you should:

Kick it away.
Stop until the animal loses interest.
Swerve around the animal.
Approach the animal slowly, then speed up.

Explanation

Q.3.

The control for the rear brake is usually located:

On the right handlebar.
On the left handlebar.
Near the left foot.
Near the right foot.

Explanation

Q.4.

When preparing to pass a vehicle on the left, it is important to ride on the left side of your lane because:

The right side could be slippery.
It will give you the best chance of spotting hazards in the next lane.
People don’t usually expect to be passed on their left.
It will place you in the rearview mirror of the car in front of you.

Explanation

Q.5.

A larger cushion of space may not be necessary if:

The pavement is slippery.
You cannot see through the vehicle ahead of you.
Weather and traffic conditions are perfect.
Traffic is heavy.

Explanation

Q.6.

When consumed together, the effects of alcohol and drugs:

Can be more pronounced than when either is consumed alone.
Are less dangerous than when either is consumed alone.
Are usually minimal.
Often balance out.

Explanation

Q.7.

Your motorcycle’s brake light is:

More noticeable than a car’s brake lights.
Less noticeable than a car’s brake lights.
Less important than a car’s brake lights.
More easily seen than a car’s brake lights.

Explanation

Q.8.

Generally, the body eliminates one alcoholic drink per hour. If a person consumed eight alcoholic drinks four hours ago, how many drinks likely remain in their body?

Two
Three
Four
Five

Explanation

Q.9.

The only way to rid your body of alcohol is through:

Time.
Drinking coffee.
Exercising.
Taking a cold shower.

Explanation

Q.10.

Drivers on an entrance ramp may not see you on the highway. What should you do to help an entering driver merge safely?

Stay in your lane, as it is not your responsibility to be seen.
Change to a lane away from the entrance ramp, if possible.
Move to the shoulder.
Weave within your lane to be more obvious to the entering driver.

Explanation

Q.11.

Passing and being passed when riding a motorcycle is not much different than when driving a car. However:

A motorcycle's visibility is more critical than that of a car.
A motorcycle's visibility is not as important as that of a car.
Passing should be done on the shoulder instead of on the main roadway.
It is critical to make eye contact with the other driver when riding a motorcycle.

Explanation

Q.12.

Normally, you should maintain a following distance of:

One second.
Two seconds.
Three seconds.
Four seconds.

Explanation

Q.13.

For routine braking:

You should only use the front brake.
You should only use the rear brake.
You should alternate between the front and rear brakes to maximize the life of the brakes.
You should always use both the front and rear brakes at the same time.

Explanation

Q.14.

When riding a motorcycle:

It is a good idea to drag your feet.
Your toes should be pointed downward.
You should keep your feet firmly on the footrests.
You should try to keep your feet away from the controls.

Explanation

Q.15.

When looking for a protective jacket or pair of pants, you should look for:

Items made of leather.
Items made of polyester.
Items made of light materials.
Items that are darkly-colored.

Explanation

Q.16.

How many alcoholic drinks need to be consumed before a rider may begin to feel the effects?

One
Three to four
Six
More than eight

Explanation

Q.17.

If a driver is following you too closely, you should:

Flash your brake light before you slow to warn the other driver.
Accelerate.
Pull over to the side of the road.
Slow down.

Explanation

Q.18.

Why should a load be placed low on a motorcycle?

If a load is too high, it raises the center of gravity.
If a load is too high, it may interfere with the turn signals.
It may be difficult to see over a load that is placed too high.
Others can't see your load if it is low.

Explanation

Q.19.

When packing a load on a motorcycle:

The heavier items should go toward the front.
The heavier items should go toward the rear.
Mounting loads behind the rear axle is recommended.
Lighter items should be stored in front of you.

Explanation

Q.20.

How can a motorcycle operator discourage lane sharing by other drivers?

By giving dirty looks to other drivers
By riding in the center portion of the lane
By riding in the left portion of the lane
By riding in a zigzag pattern

Explanation

Q.21.

If the throttle is stuck, you should:

Jump off the motorcycle.
Apply the brakes.
Twist the throttle back and forth several times.
Not try to twist the throttle.

Explanation

Q.22.

To be effective, an eye or face shield must:

Fasten securely.
Prevent air from passing through.
Not allow for eyeglasses to fit underneath.
Restrict your vision to the sides.

Explanation

Q.23.

When being followed too closely by another vehicle, you should:

Speed up.
Move onto the shoulder.
Allow the other driver to pass you.
Exit the roadway.

Explanation

Q.24.

To reduce your reaction time, you should:

Ride slower than the speed limit.
Cover the clutch and the brakes.
Shift into neutral when slowing.
Pull in the clutch when turning.

Explanation

Q.25.

Maximum front-line braking is accomplished by:

Using the rear brake only.
Using the front brake only.
Using both brakes.
Using the rear brake while downshifting.

Explanation

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