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Sample Motorcycle Drivers Written Test - #2

Answer Sheet

1. Upshifting or downshifting on a curve:
Should only be done if it can be done smoothly.

2. To avoid confusing other drivers you should:
Make sure your turn signal turns off after you finish a turn.

3. ________ is a major factor in accidents caused by motorcycles.
Following too closely

4. If your motorcycle starts to wander back and forth while riding over metal bridge gratings, you should:
Relax, stay on course and ride straight across.

5. If you must carry a load it should be:
Either over, or in front of the rear axle.

6. Highway pegs:
Can increase the time it takes to reach the foot brake in an emergency.

7. What is the best way to stay out of trouble while riding a motorcycle?
To see it coming by looking well ahead.

8. A motorcycle rider has an advantage over an automobile driver when passing parked vehicles because:
A motorcycle rider can avoid the problems of opening doors and people stepping out from between vehicles by driving in the left part of the lane.

9. Brightly colored reflective helmets and clothing:
Can make motorcycle riders easier to see.

10. To execute a turn safely a motorcycle rider should always:
Lean the motorcycle in the direction of the curve or turn.