Maine Motorcycle Permit: Riding Technique Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is Press the handgrip in the direction in which you want to swerve.

The proper way to swerve is to press the handgrip in the direction you want to swerve. This will cause the motorcycle to lean quickly in that direction. Then lean with the motorcycle.

Not quite. The answer is All of the above

Tires, clutch, throttle, and brakes should all be checked before each ride for safety.

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

At night, you can stay safe by using the lights of the car ahead of you to help you see, using your high beam, and increasing your following distance.

Not quite. The answer is all of the above.

Before you mount your motorcycle, you should check the tires, fluids, and signal lights.

Not quite. The answer is Center or right

If there are hazards to your left, you should choose a center or right lane position to stay away from the hazards.

Not quite. The answer is lean together at the same angle.

In normal turns, the rider and the motorcycle should lean together at the same angle.

Not quite. The answer is close the throttle gradually.

If your motorcycle starts to wobble, you should close the throttle slowly and let the motorcycle slow down. Do not brake; that might make the wobble even worse. Do not try to accelerate out of a wobble; that might make the motorcycle even more unstable.

Not quite. The answer is helps stabilize the motorcycle.

In a turn, rolling on the throttle helps stabilize the motorcycle.

Not quite. The answer is close the throttle gradually.

If your motorcycle starts to wobble, you should close the throttle gradually and let the motorcycle slow down. Do not brake; that might make the wobble even worse. Do not try to accelerate out of a wobble; that might make the motorcycle even more unstable.

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 is hazardous.

Not quite. The answer is Left

To increase your line of sight, ride in the left lane position. It helps you see beyond the vehicle in front of you and spot oncoming hazards.

Not quite. The answer is straight

Usually, it is safer to ride straight within your lane to cross railroad tracks. Turning to take tracks head-on (i.e., at a 90-degree angle) can be more dangerous – your path may carry you into another lane of traffic. For tracks, ruts, and road seams that run parallel to your course, move far enough away from the tracks, ruts, or pavement seams to cross them at an angle of at least 45 degrees.

Not quite. The answer is behind the leader.

When riding in a group, an inexperienced rider should be positioned right behind the leader. The inexperienced rider won't have to chase after the group, and more experienced riders will be able to keep an eye on the inexperienced rider from behind.

Not quite. The answer is search the road ahead.

To avoid hazardous situations, you should search the road ahead for possible hazards and dangers you might be approaching.

Not quite. The answer is 45-degree

Usually, it is safer to ride straight within your lane to cross railroad tracks. Turning to take tracks head-on (i.e., at a 90-degree angle) can be more dangerous – your path may carry you into another lane of traffic. For tracks, ruts, and road seams that run parallel to your course, move far enough away from the tracks, ruts, or pavement seams to cross them at an angle of at least 45 degrees.

Not quite. The answer is Three seconds

The Maine Motorcycle Operator Manual recommends at least a three-second following distance in heavy traffic.

Not quite. The answer is If your throttle is stuck

You should operate the engine cut-off switch if the throttle is stuck and you have been unable to free it by twisting it back and forth.

Not quite. The answer is all of the above are true.

In proper riding posture, your arms are slightly bent, your feet are resting firmly on the footrests, and your knees are against the gas tank for balance.

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

When riding at night, you can increase your safety by wearing reflective clothing, using your high beam, and reducing your speed.

Not quite. The answer is discourages others from sharing your lane.

Riding in the center lane position discourages other vehicle operators from trying to share your lane. A motorcycle requires a full lane width to operate safely.