Minnesota Motorcycle Permit: Protective Gear & Passenger Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is The motorcycle will take longer to react to changes.

A passenger will increase the weight on the motorcycle. Therefore, it will take the motorcycle longer to react to changes like slowing down or stopping.

Not quite. The answer is Sturdy jacket, boots, and gloves

While riding a motorcycle, you should wear a sturdy jacket, boots, and gloves. Even in hot weather, you must protect yourself in case of an accident or collision.

Not quite. The answer is firmly on the footrests.

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

Not quite. The answer is Elastic cords

The best way to secure cargo is with elastic cords. Rope can stretch, and knots can loosen.

Not quite. The answer is After the engine has been started

A passenger should get on a motorcycle after the motorcyclist has started and mounted it.

Not quite. The answer is sit as far forward as possible.

Instruct your passenger to hold on firmly to your waist, hips, or belt; keep both feet on the footrests, 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 elastic cords.

The best way to fasten cargo to a motorcycle is with elastic cords. Even strong rope can loosen, or knots can come undone.

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

Your motorcycle fits you if both of your feet can reach the ground while you are seated and you can reach the handgrips and the footrests.

Not quite. The answer is Improper loading of cargo

Improper loading of cargo can cause your motorcycle to wobble. Make sure you load cargo evenly to keep the motorcycle balanced.

Not quite. The answer is respond slower than normal.

A passenger increases the weight on the motorcycle, causing it to respond more slowly. Therefore, it will take the motorcycle longer to react to changes like slowing down and stopping.

Not quite. The answer is Only those under 18 years of age

In Minnesota, all motorcyclists and passengers under the age of 18 are required to wear helmets. So are motorcyclists who hold motorcycle instruction permits.

Not quite. The answer is distribute the weight evenly between them.

The safest way to use saddlebags is to distribute the weight evenly between them to help keep your motorcycle balanced.

Not quite. The answer is All of the above

Your passenger must have his or her own footrests and seat. If your passenger is under 18, he or she must also wear a helmet.

Not quite. The answer is footrests for the passenger.

To carry a passenger on your motorcycle, it must have a set of footrests for the person. Also, the seat must be big enough for two people.

Not quite. The answer is maintain an adequate space cushion.

The best way to protect yourself from other vehicles is to maintain an adequate space cushion.

Not quite. The answer is (a) keeping them on the footrests.

Use your feet to maintain balance by keeping them on the footrests.

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

Before changing lanes, you should do a head check of the lane beside you and the far lane to see if other vehicles are planning to move into the lane beside you.

Not quite. The answer is an increased stopping distance is required.

When your motorcycle is carrying cargo or a passenger, the stopping distance increases. Adjust your riding accordingly.

Not quite. The answer is rope.

Motorcycle cargo should NOT be secured with rope. Knots can come undone, or ropes can loosen.

Not quite. The answer is is the best form of face and eye protection.

A face shield is the best form of face and eye protection because it protects your whole face and will not fly off in the wind.