Delaware Motorcycle Permit: Safety & Hazards Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is increase your visibility to other vehicle operators.

When you approach an intersection, you should select a lane position to increase your visibility to other vehicle operators.

Not quite. The answer is Try to straighten your motorcycle upright.

Before stopping in a curve, you should try to straighten your motorcycle as upright as possible. This is the safest way to stop. However, if this is not possible, then brake smoothly and gradually, but don't apply as much braking force as you would if the motorcycle were straight. As you slow, you can reduce your lean angle, and more traction will become available for braking.

Not quite. The answer is If some other vehicle triggers the light sensor for you

Over a dozen US states have enacted so-called "dead red" laws, which allow a motorcyclist to proceed past a red light if his or her motorcycle fails to trigger the light sensor. Unfortunately, Delaware isn't one of those states.

Not quite. The answer is All of the above

Increase your following distance in situations in which you may need more room to stop. These include riding on slippery roads, riding in heavy traffic, and being tailgated.

Not quite. The answer is doing all of the above.

You can lower your chances of a collision by choosing an effective lane position, identifying multiple hazards, and wearing bright clothing so that you can be seen more easily.

Not quite. The answer is slow down so you can stop within the range of your headlight.

At night, you should slow to a speed that allows you to stop safely within the range of your headlight. In the dark, you have no way of knowing what lies beyond the reach of your headlight.

Not quite. The answer is rise off the seat.

If you are riding over an obstacle on the road, the best way to absorb shock is to rise off the seat slightly and let your knees and elbows absorb the shock.

Not quite. The answer is The lane beside you and the far lane

When preparing to merge into the middle lane of a three-lane roadway, you should check the middle lane and the far lane. Someone from the far lane may also be planning to merge into the middle lane.

Not quite. The answer is the same stopping distance as cars do.

In traffic, motorcycles typically need as much stopping distance as cars do. Make sure you leave an adequate space cushion.

Not quite. The answer is At a smaller angle, you might catch your tires.

Cross tracks at an angle of at least 45 degrees to avoid catching your tires on the tracks. You could lose your balance or tip over if you cross at a smaller angle.

Not quite. The answer is use your turn signals to make yourself more visible to others.

When you enter a freeway, drivers approaching from behind are more likely to see your turn signal blinking and make room for you. At highway speeds, it is best to signal at least five seconds before changing lanes. Use your turn signals even when you think no one else is around. Your turn signals also make you easier to see. If bright sunlight makes your turn signal lights hard to see, use hand signals.

Not quite. The answer is at or below elbow height.

For the most effective steering, your hands should be positioned at or below elbow height.

Not quite. The answer is stop with the front brake only.

If the rear tire goes flat while you're riding, stop by using the front brake only. Never use the brake of a flat tire.

Not quite. The answer is rise slightly off the seat.

If you are riding over a large obstacle, you can absorb the shock by rising off the seat slightly and letting your knees and elbows absorb the shock.

Not quite. The answer is the left portion

To increase your line of sight when passing the vehicle ahead of you, ride in the left portion of your lane. This will let you see beyond the vehicle in front of you and spot oncoming hazards.

Not quite. The answer is with elbows slightly bent.

To maintain adequate control of the motorcycle, your arms should be positioned with elbows slightly bent.

Not quite. The answer is in any of the above situations.

You should check your mirrors when you are about to change lanes, about to slow down, or stopped at an intersection.

Not quite. The answer is has a smaller profile.

A motorcycle is less visible than a car because it has a smaller profile. Take extra care to stay visible while riding.

Not quite. The answer is The right part of the lane behind motorcycle A and in front of the slower vehicle

Riders in a staggered formation should pass one at a time. First, the lead rider pulls out and passes when safe. After passing, the leader returns to the left portion of the lane and continues riding at “passing speed” to open room for the next rider. After the first rider passes safely, the second rider moves up to the left portion of the lane and watches for a safe chance to pass. After passing, this rider returns to the right portion of the lane and opens up room for the next rider.

Not quite. The answer is Signal right

When passing, signal left, and when safe, move into the left lane and accelerate. On Step 3, signal right, and complete mirror and head checks before returning to your original lane and then cancel the signal. Remember, passing must be completed within posted speed limits, and only where permitted.