Tennessee Motorcycle Permit: Safety & Hazards Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is at intersections.

Intersections can be hazardous for motorcyclists because many vehicle operators are doing different things and may not notice the motorcycle.

Not quite. The answer is allows your knees and elbows to absorb shock.

Rising off the seat slightly lets your knees and elbows absorb shock. This technique can be used when riding over obstacles or on uneven surfaces.

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 in the tire tracks of other vehicles.

When it starts to rain, the safest place to ride is in the tire tracks of other vehicles. These are less likely to be slippery. The center lane position can be slippery from oil buildup.

Not quite. The answer is A car pulling out from the curb

When passing parked vehicles and if oncoming traffic is present, it is usually best to remain in the center portion of the lane to maximize the space around you. A bigger problem can occur if a driver pulls away from the curb without checking for traffic from behind. Even if the driver looks, he or she may fail to see you. In either event, the driver might enter your path. Slow down or change lanes to make room for someone to enter.

Not quite. The answer is dirt and gravel provide little traction.

The edge of the road is dangerous for motorcycles because the dirt and gravel that build up there provide little traction.

Not quite. The answer is The middle lane and the far lane

When preparing to merge into the middle lane of a three-lane roadway, you should check the middle lane and the far lane. Someone from the far lane may also be planning to merge into the middle lane.

Not quite. The answer is the left

To increase your line of sight when passing the vehicle ahead of you, ride in the left portion of your lane. This will let you see beyond the vehicle in front of you and spot oncoming hazards.

Not quite. The answer is Move to the left portion of the lane

When you approach a blind intersection, move to the lane position that brings you into another driver’s field of vision at the earliest possible moment. In this particular situation, you should move to the left portion of the lane, so the driver on the cross street can see you as soon as possible.

Not quite. The answer is use the rear brake, and move to the side of the road.

If your front tire fails while you're riding, you should ease off the throttle and use the rear brake to move to the side of the road. Never use the brake of a flat tire.

Not quite. The answer is has a smaller profile.

A motorcycle is less visible than a car because it has a smaller profile. Take extra care to stay visible while riding.

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 apply both the front and rear brakes firmly.

The quickest way to stop is to apply both the front and rear brakes firmly without locking either wheel.

Not quite. The answer is be careful not to run into the vehicle in front of you.

Because motorcycles accelerate faster than other vehicles on the road, you must be careful not to run into the vehicle in front of you. This is especially true for trucks, which accelerate slowly.

Not quite. The answer is Flash your brake light.

Warn the driver behind you that you are about to slow down by flashing your brake light. Do this by tapping the brakes.

Not quite. The answer is slow down before you get to it.

The best way to lessen your chances of skidding on a slippery surface is to slow down as much as possible before you get to it.

Not quite. The answer is the right foot pedal.

The front brake is controlled by the right hand lever. The rear brake is controlled by the right foot pedal.

Not quite. The answer is The shoulder is often sandy and may provide less traction.

Pulling off to the side of the road can be more hazardous to motorcycles than cars because the shoulder is often full of sand or gravel, both of which provide poor traction for motorcycles.

Not quite. The answer is Select a lane position that will most increase your visibility to other road users.

Reduce your speed as you approach an intersection. Increase your chances of being seen at the intersection. Make sure that your headlight is on and ride in a lane position that provides the best view of oncoming traffic. Never count on eye contact as a sign that a driver will yield.

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.