Rhode Island Motorcycle Permit: Safety & Hazards Practice Test

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. Use caution when riding through intersections.

Not quite. The answer is the lane next to you and the far lane.

Before changing lanes, you should check not only the lane next to you but the far lane as well. Someone from the far lane may be planning to merge into the same lane that you are.

Not quite. The answer is Both the front and rear brakes at the same time

To slow down, use both the front and rear brakes. Although the front brake is more powerful than the rear brake, both brakes should be used.

Not quite. The answer is The front, because it provides 75% of the stopping power

The front brake is more important than the rear brake because it provides 75% of the stopping power. Still, you should always use both the front and rear brakes to stop.

Not quite. The answer is Ride in the center lane position.

To be seen by the driver of the vehicle ahead of you, ride in the center lane position. This will put your image in the middle of the vehicle's rear-view mirror. If you ride in the left lane position, your image may appear in the vehicle's left side mirror. However, drivers tend to check their rear-view mirror more often than their side mirrors.

Not quite. The answer is Passing slower vehicles

Passing slower vehicles at night does not increase your safety. It can be dangerous and should be done with caution.

Not quite. The answer is Being low on oil

If an engine locks, it is likely low on oil. Always check your oil before starting a trip. If needed, add oil as soon as possible or else the engine may seize.

Not quite. The answer is appear farther away than they are.

Motorcyclists must use caution when approaching an intersection. Because motorcycles are smaller than cars, they appear farther away than they really are. At intersections, car drivers making left turns against oncoming motorcycles often overestimate how much time they have to make the turn.

Not quite. The answer is the left portion

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

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

If the rear wheel locks on a straightaway, do not release it. Keep it locked until the motorcycle comes to a stop.

Not quite. The answer is you must not exceed the speed limit.

When passing another vehicle, you must not exceed the speed limit.

Not quite. The answer is Before you start to ride

Before each ride, clean and adjust the side mirrors. It can be difficult and dangerous to adjust them while you're riding.

Not quite. The answer is a face shield.

The best eye and face protection is provided by a shatter-resistant face shield. It covers the largest area and is unlikely to blow off in the wind.

Not quite. The answer is rise off the seat.

If you are riding over an obstacle on the road, the best way to absorb shock is to rise off the seat slightly and let your knees and elbows absorb the shock.

Not quite. The answer is avoid using the brake of the flat tire.

If a tire fails, avoid using the brake of that tire. Brake with the good tire only.

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 hold the handgrips firmly.

If either of your tires goes flat while you're riding, hold the handgrips firmly, ease off the throttle, and keep a straight course as your motorcycle slows down. If you have to brake, use only the brake of the good tire.

Not quite. The answer is Not being seen is

Motorcycles are much harder to see than cars or trucks. Not being seen is a common factor in motorcycle collisions.

Not quite. The answer is The clutch

The left hand lever controls the clutch. The right hand lever controls the front brake.

Not quite. The answer is in all of the above situations.

To help ensure your safety, you may need to change your lane position when you're passing parked cars, when you're being passed by another vehicle, when you're riding through a curve, or to discourage car drivers from trying to share your lane.