Motorcycle Permit MN

How can you initiate a swerve while riding a motorcycle?

You can initiate a swerve by pressing the handgrip on the side you wish to swerve.

The side of the road can be dangerous to motorcycles because of:

dirt and gravel buildup

When carrying cargo in saddlebags, you should:

distribute the weight evenly between both bags.

What do gravel, lane markings, and road edges have in common?

They provide poor traction for motorcycles

How can you prevent fatigue while riding?

Take frequent breaks
Limit the length of your trip
Protect yourself from the elements

When should your motorcycle side mirrors be adjusted?

Before you start driving

While riding a motorcycle, you are considered legally intoxicated if:

you have a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or more.

When is it important to use your side mirrors?

Before you slow down
When you are stopped at an intersection
Before changing lanes

Which of the following should not be done at night?

You should not increase your riding speed at night.

The safest place to ride in the rain is:

in the tire tracks of other drivers. It is least likely to be slippery.

When riding a motorcycle, your arms are primarily used for:

Steering your motorcycle

________________ can cause your motorcycle to wobble.

Improper loading of cargo

How can you make your brake light more noticeable to others?

flashing your brake light.

When carrying a passenger or cargo:

your stopping distance will increase. Adjust your riding accordingly.

Motorcycles should share lanes with cars when:

It is never safe to share a lane with a car

Distances are harder to judge at night. You should:

increase your following distance

To turn your motorcycle, you should press on the hand grip in the direction of the turn and:

lean in the direction of the turn

How can you use your clothing to help prevent collisions?

Wearing bright clothing can help prevent collisions by making you more visible to others.

In order for a passenger under 18 years of age to ride your motorcycle, he or she must have their own:

helmet, footrests, seat

When should you pull the kill engine switch?

You should pull the kill engine switch if the throttle is stuck and you have already tried to free it by twisting it back and forth.

When should you rise off the seat slightly?

Rising off the seat slightly can help you absorb shock with your knees and elbows. Do this when riding over obstacles.

When starting off on your motorcycle, you should start with your right wrist:

To keep from accidentally using too much throttle, you should start with your right wrist flat.

Which of the following does NOT lessen your chances of being involved in a collision?

Wearing protective gear will help protect you if you are involved in a collision, but it does NOT lessen your chances of being involved in one.

You can be charged with riding while under the influence of alcohol if:

your BAC is 0.08% or above.

When should you adjust your mirrors?

You should adjust your mirrors after mounting the motorcycle but before you begin riding.

Wearing a face shield on a motorcycle:

Wearing a face shield on a motorcycle is the best form of face and eye protection because it protects your whole face and will not fly off in the wind.

Your motorcycle fits you if:

both feet can reach the ground while you are seated.

When riding in a group, the staggered formation should be avoided when:

taking curves.
making turns.
entering or leaving the highway.

When stopping in a curve, what should you do?

Try to get the motorcycle perpendicular to the road.

When parking against the curb, you should park at a _____ degree angle.

90, When parking against the curb, you should park at a 90 degree angle.

The best way to stay alert while riding a motorcycle is to:

take frequent rest breaks. Riding a motorcycle is more tiring that driving a car. Take time to get off and stretch.

The front brake is more important because:

it provides most of the stopping power.

When preparing to pass the vehicle in front of you, you can increase your line of sight by:

riding in the left lane position. This will allow you to see oncoming traffic.

It is important that passengers:

Sit as far forward as possible
Keep their feet on the foot pegs
Lean as the driver leans

When should a passenger get on the motorcycle?

A passenger should get on a motorcycle after the motorcycle has been started and mounted by the driver.

When a passenger is riding with you, they should:

lean as you lean

Using your brakes properly means:

using both brakes every time you stop. This is the most effective braking method.

Because cars merging onto the highway may not see you, you should:

move to a further lane if possible.

Which is the best lane position for being seen by a driver ahead of you?

The middle lane position is the best one to ride in so that other drivers will see you. It makes you the most visible in the rear view mirror of the driver in front of you.

Other than wearing bright clothing, how can you increase your visibility?

by wearing reflective clothing

What causes a motorcycle engine to lug?

shifting to a higher gear too soon.

"Grabbing" the front brake could result in:

a front wheel lock

You are being closely followed and as you approach an intersection, the light turns yellow. What should you do?

Tap your break to flash your brake light

What type of group formation should be used when riding through curves?

When riding through curves, it is best to ride single file.

If you need to brake when you have a flat tire, you should:

apply the brake of the tire that is not flat

The best way to discourage other vehicles from trying to share a lane with you is by:

maintaining a center lane position.

Riding close to the edge of the road is dangerous for motorcycles because:

dirt collects there and provides little traction.

If you need to brake and swerve to avoid hitting an obstacle, you:

you must brake before or after swerving. Never brake and swerve at the same time.

If your motorcycle begins to wobble, it is important NOT to:

accelerate out of the wobble.

When riding in a group, you can help ensure the group stays together by:

checking your mirrors frequently