Hawaii Motorcycle Permit: Riding Technique Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is two seconds

You should maintain a following distance of at least two seconds behind the vehicle ahead.

Not quite. The answer is your rear wheel

When you park next to the curb, your rear wheel should be touching the curb.

Not quite. The answer is Swerve onto the shoulder of the road

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, since there is traffic in the left lane, the safest option would be to swerve onto the shoulder of the road.

Not quite. The answer is Four seconds

When traveling in heavy, congested traffic, an adequate space cushion is at least four seconds.

Not quite. The answer is Center or right

Position yourself in the lane that allows the most visibility and space around you. Change your lane position as traffic situations change. Ride in the center or right portion of the lane if vehicles and other potential problems are on your left side. If vehicles are on both sides of you, the center of the lane is usually the best option.

Not quite. The answer is all of the above.

When evaluating potential hazards, you should be thinking about road characteristics, other vehicles, and traffic controls. All of them can involve risks.

Not quite. The answer is Stopping and swerving

Stopping and swerving are two ways to avoid obstacles in your path. Always brake before or after swerving, never while swerving.

Not quite. The answer is Relax and maintain your speed.

If you experience a weaving feeling while riding over a metal grating, you should relax, maintain your speed, and ride straight across. Trying to compensate for the weaving feeling can be hazardous.

Not quite. The answer is the front brake

When starting on a hill, use the front brake to hold your motorcycle while you start the engine and shift into first gear. Change to the rear brake to hold your vehicle while you operate the throttle with your right hand. Slowly open the throttle for more power and slowly release the clutch. (If you release it too quickly, the front wheel may lift off the ground or the engine may stall.) Ease off the rear brake as the engine slows down and engages.

Not quite. The answer is Changing your lane position according to traffic situations

Position yourself in the portion of the lane where you are most likely to be seen and where you can maintain a space cushion around you. Change your position as traffic situations change.

Not quite. The answer is behind the leader.

When riding in a group, beginner riders should be positioned behind the leader. This allows them to keep up with the group.

Not quite. The answer is 2

Leave a following distance of at least 2 seconds between you and the vehicle ahead of you.

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

Increase your following distance in situations in which you may need more room to stop, such as slippery roads, heavy traffic, and being tailgated.

Not quite. The answer is all of the above.

When scanning road conditions, you should be looking for escape routes, traffic conditions, and road conditions that could present a hazard.

Not quite. The answer is 90-degree

It is safest to approach obstacles head-on; that is, at a 90-degree angle.

Not quite. The answer is A motorcycle may run wide in a curve if the motorcyclist isn't careful.

Motorcycle crashes are common in curves because a motorcycle tends to run wide in a curve. If the motorcyclist isn't careful, the bike could leave the roadway or collide with an object.

Not quite. The answer is keep your knees against the gas tank.

To help balance yourself in turns, you should keep your knees against the gas tank.

Not quite. The answer is avoid braking and press the handgrip on the side of the direction in which you want to turn.

The best way to swerve is to press the handgrip on the side of the direction in which you want to turn. Never brake and swerve at the same time.

Not quite. The answer is leave a note with information on how to contact you.

If your vehicle strikes an unattended vehicle, you must leave a detailed note that includes your name, address, and insurance information, as well as a description of the accident.

Source: Chapter 7: Accident Procedure, Official Hawaii Driver's Manual

Not quite. The answer is helps stabilize the motorcycle.

Accelerating in a curve helps stabilize the motorcycle. Very slow turns are more dangerous.