Massachusetts Motorcycle Permit Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is Pedestrians may enter the crosswalk.

Pedestrian signals are only for controlling pedestrian traffic. This signal showing a person walking tells pedestrians that they may enter the crosswalk to cross the roadway. (Older signals had the word "WALK" illuminated instead.) A signal showing an upraised hand tells pedestrians that they may not enter the crosswalk. (Older signals had the words "DONT WALK" illuminated instead.)

Not quite. The answer is You are not allowed to enter.

This sign indicates that you cannot enter the roadway on which the sign is posted.

Not quite. The answer is A railroad crossing is ahead.

This sign alerts motorists that a railroad crossing is ahead. Drivers must proceed with caution.

Not quite. The answer is Turn left or go straight.

This sign regulates traffic and directs the driver to turn left or go straight.

Not quite. The answer is You may not park on the left of the sign.

This sign means that you may not park on the left of the sign at any time.

Not quite. The answer is Never

Even though Massachusetts law does not prohibit it, you should never ride in pairs. A motorcycle requires a full lane width to operate properly.

Not quite. The answer is alongside other vehicles

Riding alongside other vehicles decreases your chances of being seen because you may be riding in their blind spots.

Not quite. The answer is in heavy traffic.

You should increase your following distance in heavy traffic. Heavy traffic can lead to sudden and unexpected stops.

Not quite. The answer is suspension.

If you are carrying a lot of cargo that adds much more weight to the motorcycle, you may need to adjust its suspension.

Not quite. The answer is if the surface is safe to ride on.

Before pulling off the road, it is important to check the surface to see if it is safe to ride on. Motorcycles require a firm surface with a lot of traction.

Not quite. The answer is gently applying the front brake while adjusting the throttle.

To upshift, you should 1) roll off the throttle as you squeeze the clutch, 2) lift the shift lever as far as it will go, and 3) ease out the clutch and adjust the throttle. You do not need to apply the brake.

Not quite. The answer is A playground is ahead.

This is a warning sign indicating a playground ahead.

Not quite. The answer is Check your side mirrors frequently.

The most efficient way to know what is going on behind you is to check your side mirrors frequently.

Not quite. The answer is flat, so you won't use too much throttle.

Position your right wrist flat so that you won't use too much throttle when starting off.

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

Instruct your passenger to hold on firmly to your waist, hips, or belt; keep both feet on the footpegs, even when the motorcycle is stopped; keep legs away from the muffler(s), belts, chains, or moving parts; sit as far forward as possible without crowding you; stay directly behind you, leaning as you lean; and avoid unnecessary talk or motion.

Not quite. The answer is move into the right lane.

If you see this sign and you are traveling slower than most traffic, move into the right lane so faster traffic can pass you on the left.

Not quite. The answer is the road ahead has a bump.

This sign indicates a bump in the road ahead. Slow down to avoid loss of control.

Not quite. The answer is check to see that the surface is firm enough to ride on.

Before making an emergency stop on the side of the road, you should check to see that the surface is firm enough to ride on.

Not quite. The answer is Yes, the rider should lean with the motorcycle.

During a normal turn, the rider should lean with the motorcycle. This helps maintain balance.

Not quite. The answer is firmly on the footpegs.

While riding a motorcycle, you should position your feet firmly on the footpegs for balance. Pointing them downward could cause them to catch on something.