Idaho Motorcycle Permit: Safety & Hazards Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is slowing down suddenly when you merge back in front of the vehicle.

Large, heavy vehicles need longer distances to stop than motorcycles do. If you pull in front of a large vehicle and then suddenly slow down, it may not have enough room to avoid rear-ending you.

Not quite. The answer is cover the clutch and brake to reduce your reaction time.

As you approach an intersection where a vehicle may cross your path, you should cover the clutch and brake to reduce your reaction time.

Not quite. The answer is Travel as slowly as possible and let your feet skim the surface.

If you can't avoid riding on a slippery surface, travel as slowly as possible and let your feet skim the surface. This will help steady the motorcycle if it begins to tip over.

Not quite. The answer is The left part of the lane 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. Some people suggest the leader should move to the right portion of the lane after passing a vehicle. This is not a good idea. It encourages the second rider to pass and return to the lane before there is a large enough space cushion in front of the passed vehicle. It is simpler and safer to wait until there is enough room ahead of the passed vehicle to allow each rider to move into the same position held before the pass.

Not quite. The answer is all of the above.

When you are being passed, watch out for extended side mirrors, objects thrown out of windows, and blasts of wind.

Not quite. The answer is Oncoming traffic turning left in front of you

One of the biggest dangers is oncoming traffic turning left in front of you. Exercise caution when riding through an intersection.

Not quite. The answer is a railroad crossing.

This sign is an early warning of a railroad crossing ahead. Be prepared to stop before you get to the tracks if a train is approaching the crossing.

Not quite. The answer is a large blast of wind can affect your control.

Being passed by a large vehicle is especially hazardous because a large blast of wind from the passing vehicle can affect your control. Motorcycles are smaller than cars, so blasts of wind affect them more than they do cars.

Not quite. The answer is bent slightly.

When you are sitting properly on a motorcycle, your arms should be slightly bent. This will give you the most control.

Not quite. The answer is immediately release the rear brake.

If the rear wheel locks, immediately release the rear brake. Reapply the brake smoothly and properly.

Not quite. The answer is in the tire tracks of other vehicles.

When it starts to rain, the safest place to ride is in the tire tracks of other drivers. They are least likely to be slippery.

Not quite. The answer is Move to the left portion of the lane

When you approach a blind intersection, move to the lane position that brings you into another driver’s field of vision at the earliest possible moment. In this particular situation, you should move to the left portion of the lane, so the driver on the cross street can see you as soon as possible.

Not quite. The answer is move away from the vehicle.

If a vehicle enters your path, you should move as far away from the vehicle as possible.

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

Reduce your reaction time by covering the clutch and brakes so you can react quickly.

Not quite. The answer is behind the stop line.

When approaching a blind intersection with a stop line, you should stop first behind the stop line. After stopping, you may move forward until you can see clearly.

Not quite. The answer is behind you and part of the lane beside you.

Adjust your side mirrors so you will be able to see behind you and as much of the lane beside you as possible. A motorcycle still has blind spots, so make sure you check over your shoulder when necessary.

Not quite. The answer is A car pulling out from the curb

When passing parked vehicles and if oncoming traffic is present, it is usually best to remain in the center portion of the lane to maximize the space around you. A bigger problem can occur if a driver pulls away from the curb without checking for traffic from behind. Even if the driver looks, he or she may fail to see you. In either event, the driver might enter your path. Slow down or change lanes to make room for someone to enter.

Not quite. The answer is wear reflective clothing.

To increase your chances of being seen by another vehicle, you should wear reflective clothing.

Not quite. The answer is at all times when riding.

You should wear protective eyewear at all times, even if the motorcycle has a windshield. A windshield is NOT a substitute for a face shield or goggles.

Not quite. The answer is are on the right and left of the motorcycle.

A motorcycle has blind spots just as a car does. The blind spots are located on the left and right of the motorcycle, so always shoulder check before changing lanes.