Massachusetts Motorcycle Permit Test

Most motorcycles use convex mirrors. How are these different from regular mirrors?

Objects in convex mirrors appear farther away then they really are

When turning your motorcycle, what should you avoid?

Dececlerating

While riding your motorcycle, you approach a crosswalk that a pedestrian has just entered. What should you do?

Stop and wait for the pedestrian to cross the road

The front brake is controlled by

the right hand lever

Before pulling off the road, it is important to check

if the surface is safe to ride on

When riding through an intersection, you must be especially aware of

vehicles turning left into your path

If you are being followed by a tailgater and he or she is unable to pass you, you should

increase the space cushion in front of you

When traveling in heavy congested traffic, what is an adequate space cushion between you and the vehicle ahead?

four seconds

In which lane position should you ride to discourage other vehicles from trying to share your lane?

center

Which of the following is the most likely place for a collision?

an intersection

When riding long distances, how often should you stop and stretch?

every two hours

You cannot ride a motorcycle on a highway

unless you can travel safely at the minimum posted speeds

When should a passenger mount the motorcycle?

After the engine has started

When being passed by another vehicle, you should ride in the _______ lane position.

center

When you are seated properly on your motorcycle, your arms should be

slightly bent at the elbows

After as few as ____ alcoholic drink(s), your ability to ride can be affected.

1

When riding across a small, slippery surface, you should

pull in the clutch

In Massachusetts, a helmet is required to be worn

at all times

Riding __________ decreases your chances of being seen.

alongside other vehicles

While riding in the city, you should be looking ahead _________ for hazards.

one-half block

When riding in a group, motorcyclists should ride

in a staggered formation

If your front tire fails while you are riding, you should

shift your weight to the rear to help maintain stability

When riding at night, you should

increase your following distance

Riding between lanes of traffic is

prohibited at all times

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

is not recommended because drivers seldom use their mirrors and may not see you

To swerve correctly:

Press the handgrip in the direction of the turn

Your lane position should:

avoid other road users' blind spots

When approaching an object or uneven surface that you cannot avoid, you should:

rise slgihtly off the seat to allow your legs to absorb the shock