Connecticut Motorcycle Permit: Riding Technique Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is When you're riding in a group

When riding in a group, you should not increase your following distance because it might encourage cars and trucks to cut in front of you.

Not quite. The answer is pressing the handgrip on the side of the direction in which you want to swerve.

You can initiate a swerve by pressing the handgrip on the side of the direction in which you want to swerve. This will cause the motorcycle to lean quickly in that direction.

Not quite. The answer is Never

Motorcycles should never travel in pairs. Pairing up is not illegal in Connecticut, but it's still dangerous. Each motorcycle requires a full lane width to maneuver safely.

Source: CGS § 14-289b

Not quite. The answer is left foot lever.

The left foot lever is the gear shifter. The right foot pedal controls the rear brake.

Not quite. The answer is left handgrip.

The clutch is the lever attached to the left handgrip.

Not quite. The answer is flat.

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

Not quite. The answer is will change throughout the curve.

When you ride through a curve, the most effective lane position will change throughout the curve. Use lane positions to your advantage.

Not quite. The answer is If the other vehicle is a motorcycle

In Connecticut, you are legally allowed to share a lane with another motorcycle. However, a staggered formation is a safer choice. You shouldn't share your lane with any other vehicles. Each motorcycle requires a full lane width to operate safely. To avoid a hazard, each motorcycle may need the full width of the lane to maneuver.

Source: CGS § 14-289b

Not quite. The answer is Wearing protective gear

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.

Not quite. The answer is sit as far forward as possible.

Your passenger should sit as far forward as possible to help balance the motorcycle.

Not quite. The answer is avoid the left lane position.

If another vehicle is passing you on the left, ride in the center lane position to keep away from the hazard. Riding in the right lane position could encourage the driver of that vehicle to move back into your lane too soon. Also, in the right lane position, you would have less room for error on your right side if you were hit by a blast of wind from the passing vehicle that affected your control.

Not quite. The answer is change your lane position as needed.

When you are riding through a curve, you should change your lane position as needed to increase your line of sight and give you the best view of what lies ahead.

Not quite. The answer is Decelerating

Motorcycles are less stable at lower speeds. When turning a motorcycle, you should avoid decelerating. To steady the motorcycle, roll on the throttle to maintain or slightly increase your speed.

Not quite. The answer is cover the clutch and both brakes.

When you are in a hazardous situation, the best way to reduce your reaction time is to cover the clutch and both brakes.

Not quite. The answer is slow, tight

During slow, tight turns, you should lean your motorcycle while keeping your body straight.

Not quite. The answer is 90-degree

The safest way to cross an unavoidable obstacle is to cross it head-on; that is, at a 90-degree angle. This will help keep your front wheel from deflecting off the obstacle. If that is not possible, cross it at an angle of at least 45 degrees.

Not quite. The answer is Before the turn

When you approach a turn, if you need to shift gears, you should do it before the turn if possible. This will help keep the turn smooth and stable. A sudden change in power to the rear wheel during a turn can cause a skid.

Not quite. The answer is Swerve into the left lane

Sometimes you may not have enough room to stop, even if you use both brakes properly. An object might appear suddenly in your path or the vehicle ahead might stop abruptly. The only way to avoid a collision may be to turn quickly or swerve around it. In this situation, the best course of action would be to swerve into the left lane.

Not quite. The answer is Never

The operative word is "safely." In Connecticut, two motorcycles are legally allowed to share a lane. However, a staggered formation is a safer choice. You shouldn't share your lane with any other vehicles. Each motorcycle requires a full lane width to operate safely. To avoid a hazard, you may need to use the full width of the lane to maneuver.

Source: CGS § 14-289b

Not quite. The answer is pointing your feet downward.

While your feet are on the footrests, you should avoid pointing your feet downward. They could catch on something while you're riding.