North Carolina Motorcycle Permit: Protective Gear & Passenger Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is firmly on the footpegs.

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

Not quite. The answer is neither riders nor passengers

North Carolina law does not require either riders or passengers to wear eye protection. Still, it's a good idea to wear eye protection (such as goggles) to protect your eyes from the wind and debris carried by the wind. In fact, it's a good idea to wear face protection (such as a shatter-resistant face shield), which will protect your eyes along with the rest of your face.

Not quite. The answer is Motorcyclists and all passengers

An approved helmet can save a motorcyclist or passenger from serious head and neck injuries in most types of collisions. North Carolina law requires both motorcyclists and all passengers to wear a helmet while riding a motorcycle.

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

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

Not quite. The answer is Riders and passengers

North Carolina's motorcycle helmet law requires riders of all ages and passengers of all ages to wear helmets. A helmet can save a motorcyclist or passenger from serious head and neck injuries in most types of collisions. In crashes, helmeted riders are more likely to survive head injuries than non-helmeted riders.

Source: NC G.S. § 20-140.4

Not quite. The answer is Fill saddlebags evenly to prevent drifting.

Fill your saddlebags evenly. If one side is heavier than the other, it could cause the motorcycle to drift.

Not quite. The answer is with elastic cords.

Rope can loosen, or knots can come undone. Elastic cords are a better choice. To help keep your motorcycle balanced, keep cargo forward and low.

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

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

Not quite. The answer is slower

When riding with a passenger, you should ride slower around curves. The added weight will cause your motorcycle to react slower.

Not quite. The answer is at all times.

Passengers should keep their feet on the footpegs at all times. Unlike motorcyclists, they do not need to put their feet down at intersections.

Not quite. The answer is (b) you will have to pay a fine.

If you are convicted of carrying a passenger who was not wearing a helmet, you will have to pay a fine of $25.50 plus court costs. However, no points will be added to your driving record.

Source: NC G.S. § 20-140.4

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 handlegrips and the footpegs.

Not quite. The answer is completely cover your arms and legs.

When you ride a motorcycle, your clothing should be protective and cover your arms and legs completely. This is very important in case of a collision.

Not quite. The answer is your motorcycle is equipped to carry another person.

You may carry a passenger if your motorcycle is equipped to carry another person. This means that it must have a passenger seat and designated footpegs.

Not quite. The answer is Elastic cords

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

Not quite. The answer is Fastening excess cargo to the sissy bar

Fastening cargo to the sissy bar can make the motorcycle unstable because it raises the center of gravity. Keep cargo low and balanced for safety.

Not quite. The answer is a face shield.

The best protection against flying objects while you're riding is a shatter-resistant face shield. It covers the largest area and is unlikely to blow off in the wind. It will protect your whole face from flying objects, not just your eyes.

Not quite. The answer is all of the above.

In any collision, you have a far better chance of avoiding serious injury when you wear 1) a motorcycle safety helmet that is US DOT compliant; 2) face or eye protection; and 3) protective clothing such as a leather or long-sleeve jacket, long, heavy pants over ankle boots, and full-fingered leather gloves.

Not quite. The answer is Your motorcycle will take longer to stop.

A passenger increases the weight on the motorcycle. This will cause it to respond more slowly to changes such as speeding up, turning, or stopping.

Not quite. The answer is a backpack.

To carry a passenger on your motorcycle, it must have footpegs for the passenger and the seat must be big enough for the both of you. Also, the passenger must wear a helmet.