Maine Motorcycle Driving Permit Test-14 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1.

Most motorcycle crashes happen:

On short trips.
On long trips.
After at least an hour of riding.
After more than 8 hours of riding.

Explanation

Q.2.

If you borrow a motorcycle:

Don’t worry about checking the tire pressure.
Expect it to handle the same as your own bike.
The lender will make sure the brakes work so you don't have to.
Give yourself an extra cushion of space when riding to allow more time to react.

Explanation

Q.3.

A motorcycle needs:

Less frequent attention than a car.
More frequent attention than a car.
To have pre-ride checks performed only by a mechanic.
To be serviced only at a dealer.

Explanation

Q.4.

When deciding on a lane position, you should:

Always ride in the center portion of the lane.
Always ride in the left portion of the lane.
Always ride in the right portion of the lane.
Be flexible and base your decision off of numerous factors.

Explanation

Q.5.

A group of riders should pass another vehicle:

In a staggered formation.
In a pyramid formation.
One at a time.
In a splintered formation.

Explanation

Q.6.

Which of the following is a poor reason to sound your horn?

A driver in the lane next to you is too close to the vehicle ahead of them.
A parked car has a person in the driver’s seat.
You want people to look at your motorcycle.
You are passing someone who is in the street.

Explanation

Q.7.

Riding with a passenger:

Usually results in no difference in handling a motorcycle.
Is usually safe for beginning riders.
Can affect the handling of a motorcycle.
Is encouraged to get operators used to different riding situations.

Explanation

Q.8.

When checking tires before a ride, you should look at all of the following except:

Air pressure
General wear
General tread
Shininess

Explanation

Q.9.

To get the best protection, be sure that your helmet:

Meets Department of Transportation guidelines.
Looks sturdy.
Is inexpensive.
Is in your favorite color.

Explanation

Q.10.

Reflective clothing should:

Be worn only at night.
Be worn only during the day.
Not be worn.
Be worn day and night.

Explanation

Q.11.

If taking a long trip, you should:

Try to minimize the number of rest breaks.
Use artificial stimulants, like caffeine, if you feel drowsy.
Dress warmly to avoid getting too cold during the ride.
Schedule more than 12 hours of riding a day.

Explanation

Q.12.

What is the best lane position for a motorcycle?

The left position
The center position
The right position
There is no single best lane position.

Explanation

Q.13.

When riding at night, how should your following distance compare to your following distance during the day?

You should allow a longer following distance when following another vehicle at night.
You should allow a shorter following distance when following another vehicle at night.
You should always maintain the same following distance regardless of the time of day.
Following distance really doesn’t matter.

Explanation

Q.14.

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.

Explanation

Q.15.

When riding, a cushion of space is helpful to:

Give you space to react to hazards.
Hide you from other drivers.
Prevent you from avoiding hazards.
Allow you to look at road signs.

Explanation

Q.16.

When you are riding on a bridge grating, you should:

Always ride on the far right side of the lane.
Always ride on the far left side of the lane.
Slowly zigzag across the grating.
Relax, maintain a steady speed, and ride straight across the surface.

Explanation

Q.17.

When riding in curves, turning, or entering a highway, the best group formation is:

Pairs.
Single-file.
Staggered.
Passing.

Explanation

Q.18.

If you accidentally lock your rear wheel while braking on a good traction surface, you should:

Keep it locked until you come to a complete stop.
Release the rear brake and only use the front brake.
Release the rear brake, then quickly re-apply it.
Release the rear brake and down shift.

Explanation

Q.19.

If you think stopping your motorcycle will take longer than usual, you should:

Lengthen your following distance.
Shorten your following distance.
Leave the road.
Speed up.

Explanation

Q.20.

When riding a motorcycle, you should:

Always pick one part of the lane to occupy and never leave that part of the lane.
Vary your lane position as conditions warrant.
Only ride in the center of the lane so other vehicles can see you more easily.
Ride in a zigzag pattern so other drivers notice you.

Explanation

Q.21.

Motorcycle riders:

Should wear hearing protection at all times to prevent hearing damage.
Should only wear hearing protection during long rides.
Should not wear hearing protection because it will muffle other noises, such as horns and sirens.
Do not need to use hearing protection if they are using a helmet.

Explanation

Q.22.

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.23.

Your lane position should not:

Increase your ability to see.
Avoid placing you in other drivers' blind spots.
Encourage other drivers to share your lane.
Provide you with an escape route.

Explanation

Q.24.

When entering a curve, a group should:

Ride in a single-file formation.
Ride in a staggered formation.
Ride in pairs.
Ride on the shoulder.

Explanation

Q.25.

You should choose the lane position that can:

Minimize your space cushion and allow you to be seen by others.
Maximize your space cushion and allow you to be seen by others.
Maximize your potential for encountering road hazards and allow others to pass you.
Minimize your potential for encountering road hazards and allow you to closely follow another vehicle.

Explanation

Q.26.

If your motorcycle begins to wobble, you should:

Accelerate out of the wobble.
Use the brakes gradually.
Grip the handlebars firmly and close the throttle gradually.
Downshift.

Explanation

Q.27.

The middle portion of the lane usually contains an oily strip. You should:

Try to avoid the oily strip when it is raining.
Ride only on the oily strip, as it provides increased traction.
Avoid the entire center portion of the lane.
Not worry about oil or other items in a lane.

Explanation

Q.28.

When traveling on a motorcycle with a sidecar, the passenger should ride:

On the motorcycle seat.
In the sidecar.
Either on the motorcycle or in the sidecar.
Neither on the motorcycle or in the sidecar.

Explanation

Q.29.

When approaching an uneven surface, such as a bump or pothole, you should rise slightly off of your seat:

So you can jump off the motorcycle if you need to.
So your legs can absorb the shock.
So other drivers can see you better.
So you can get a better view of the uneven surface.

Explanation

Q.30.

Which of the following types of footwear is best for a motorcycle operator?

Sturdy boots
Tennis shoes
Shoes with loose laces
Sandals

Explanation

Q.31.

To be seen in the rearview mirror of the driver ahead of you, you should:

Ride in the center portion of the lane.
Ride in the left portion of the lane.
Ride in the right portion of the lane.
Ride in a weaving pattern.

Explanation

Q.32.

Motorists entering a highway from an entrance ramp to your right may not see your motorcycle. To help the entering drivers, you should:

Sound your horn.
Flash your lights.
Move to the left portion of your lane so they can share the lane, if necessary.
Move into another lane, if necessary.

Explanation

Q.33.

When following a car, usually the best portion of the lane to ride in is:

The left portion.
The center portion.
The right portion.
The left or right portions.

Explanation

Q.34.

To adjust for added weight when riding with a passenger, you should:

Operate at a slower speed than usual.
Maintain a shorter following distance that you would if riding without a passenger.
Operate at a faster speed than usual.
Brake a little later than you would if riding without a passenger.

Explanation

Q.35.

When is it important for a rider to use their mirrors?

When slowing down or stopping suddenly
When stopped at an intersection
When changing lanes
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.36.

Which fabric provides the most protection when worn by motorcyclists?

Leather
Denim
Polyester
Wool

Explanation

Q.37.

When selecting a helmet, make sure it is all of the following, except:

Designed to meet U.S. Department of Transportation standards.
Snug.
Defect-free.
Attractive.

Explanation

Q.38.

When should the front brake be used?

Any time the rider is slowing or stopping
Only when slowing or stopping on slippery roads
Only when slowing or stopping in an emergency
Only when slowing or stopping in traffic

Explanation

Q.39.

Riding on the far side of a lane when following another vehicle:

Is recommended because you will be seen easily.
Is not recommended because drivers seldom use their side mirrors and may not see you.
Is recommended because a passenger in the vehicle may tell the driver that you are there.
Is illegal because you have to ride in the center portion of the lane.

Explanation

Q.40.

Making eye contact with other drivers:

Is the best way to know that they see you.
Is not worth the effort it takes.
Does not mean that they will yield to you when they should.
Guarantees that they will yield to you.

Explanation

Q.41.

When riding a motorcycle, clothing:

Should be loose enough to flap in the wind.
Should not cover your arms or legs completely.
Should not include a jacket if the weather is warm.
Can provide protection in the event of a crash.

Explanation

Q.42.

When passing another vehicle:

You may ride on the shoulder.
You may complete the pass in a no passing zone.
You must start and complete the pass within a passing zone.
You should sound your horn to get the other driver to slow down.

Explanation

Q.43.

A motorcyclist should:

Pick a favorite portion of the lane and stay in that portion all the time.
Continually weave among the lane positions to keep other drivers out of their lane.
Choose a lane position based on road and traffic conditions.
Not worry about lane position.

Explanation

Q.44.

When using a motorcycle with which you are unfamiliar, you should:

Test the seat to make sure it is comfortable.
Assume the motorcycle is in good riding condition.
Work the throttle, clutch, and brakes a few times before riding.
Ride as you usually do, since most bikes are similar.

Explanation

Q.45.

Which of the following is not a way to prevent a friend from driving while intoxicated?

Arrange a safe ride home for them.
Get them involved in activities to slow their drinking and keep them busy while they sober up.
Make them wait 15 minutes after their last drink before driving.
Get other friends involved in stopping your friend from driving.

Explanation

Q.46.

For the best protection, jackets and pants:

Should cover your arms and legs completely.
Should be loose and flap in the wind while you are riding.
Should only partially cover your arms and legs.
Should be made of wool.

Explanation

Q.47.

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.48.

______ is a guarantee that another driver sees you.

Eye contact
Using a turn signal
Following another vehicle
Nothing

Explanation

Q.49.

When riding in a group, the best way to keep ranks close while maintaining an adequate safety cushion is to ride:

In pairs.
In a staggered formation.
In a single-file line.
In a passing formation.

Explanation

Q.50.

To help provide space for drivers attempting to merge into your lane from an entrance ramp, you should:

Stay in your lane.
Merge into the next lane, if possible.
Not worry about it, since they are the ones trying to merge.
Ride on the far left shoulder.

Explanation

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