Texas Motorcycle Permit: Alcohol, Laws & Licensing Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is How fast you drink

How much alcohol you drink, how fast you drink it, and how much you weigh can all affect your blood alcohol concentration (BAC).

Not quite. The answer is stop at least every two hours.

Riding a motorcycle can be more tiring than driving a car. To avoid fatigue, you should stop and take a rest break at least once every two hours.

Not quite. The answer is prohibited at all times.

A motorcycle needs a full lane width to maneuver safely. A motorcycle should never be ridden between lanes of traffic, even if it looks like there is room. In Texas, riding between two lanes of traffic (often called lane splitting) is illegal.

Source: TX TRANSP § 545.0605

Not quite. The answer is Any of the above

Alcohol isn't the only substance whose use can get you into trouble. Under Texas law, you can be convicted of DWI for operating a motor vehicle while you're under the influence of any substance that significantly impairs your ability to operate it safely. This can include illegal drugs, some prescription medications, and even some over-the-counter medications. If you are unsure about the effects of a particular medication, read the warning label or ask your pharmacist or doctor. [Alcohol and Other Types of Drugs; Chapter 10: Alcohol and Drug Impact on the Driving Ability; Texas Driver Handbook], [TX Penal § 49.01],

Source: TX Penal § 49.04

Not quite. The answer is 60 hours

A minor can be convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) if he or she has any detectable amount of alcohol in his or her system. If a motor vehicle operator under 21 years of age is convicted of DUI for the second time, he or she will be fined up to $500, required to perform 40 to 60 hours of community service, and possibly required to attend an alcohol awareness course. His or her license will also be suspended for 120 days.

Source: Penalties for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) of Alcohol or Drugs – Minors); Chapter 10: Alcohol and Drug Impact on the Driving Ability; Texas Driver Handbook

Not quite. The answer is $2,000.

Under Texas law, if your vehicle hits an unattended vehicle or other unattended property, you must stop and leave a note for the property owner. The note must contain your name, your address, and the registration number of the vehicle you were operating. If you are found guilty of failing to do so and the accident involved less than $200 in damages to that property, you will be fined up to $500 for a first offense. If the accident involved $200 or more in damages, you will be fined up to $2,000, sentenced to jail for up to 180 days, or both.

Source: Penalties for Failure to Comply with Damages; Crash Resulting in Damages to a Fixture, Landscaping or Structure; Chapter 11: Motor Vehicle Crashes; Texas Driver Handbook

Not quite. The answer is wait for a day or two.

The more alcohol that gets into your body to make you intoxicated, the longer it will take your liver to break it all down. The liver can break down about one standard drink (1.5 ounces of hard liquor, 5 ounces of wine, or 12 ounces of beer) per hour. If you consume a great deal of alcohol, it can take as long as a day or two for your body to fully recover.

Not quite. The answer is 180 days.

If you are convicted of DWI for the first time, you will be fined up to $2,000 and sentenced to jail for between 72 hours and 180 days. Your license will also be suspended for 365 days (if you are under 21 years of age) or between 90 days and 365 days (if you are at least 21 years of age).

Source: Penalties for DWI and DUI of Alcohol or Drugs; Chapter 10: Alcohol and Drug Impact on the Driving Ability; Texas Driver Handbook

Not quite. The answer is third

A third or subsequent DWI offense is considered a felony of the third degree, punishable by a fine of up to $10,000; confinement in a state penitentiary for 2 to 10 years; and license suspension for 180 days to 18 months (if the driver is under 21 years of age) or 180 days to 2 years (if he or she is at least 21 years of age). [Penalties for Driving While Intoxicated (Alcohol) – Minors; Chapter 10: Alcohol and Drug Impact on the Driving Ability; Texas Driver Handbook],.

Not quite. The answer is $500.

A minor can be convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) if he or she has any detectable amount of alcohol in his or her system. If a motor vehicle operator under 21 years of age is convicted of DUI for the first time, he or she will be fined up to $500, required to perform 20 to 40 hours of community service, and required to attend an alcohol awareness course. If he or she is under 18, his or her parent may also be required to attend. The operator's license will also be suspended for 60 days.

Source: Penalties for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) of Alcohol or Drugs – Minors); Chapter 10: Alcohol and Drug Impact on the Driving Ability; Texas Driver Handbook

Not quite. The answer is $50.

Under Texas law, every motorcyclist under 21 years of age must wear a helmet at all times while riding. Every motorcyclist who is at least 21 years of age must also wear a helmet unless at least one of the following is true: (1) He or she has completed an approved motorcycle rider training and safety course, or (2) he or she has sufficient health insurance to cover injuries sustained in the event of a motorcycle accident. If you are found guilty of violating this law, you will be fined $10 – $50.

Source: TX Transp § 661.003

Not quite. The answer is $500.

If you are found guilty of operating a motor vehicle while your license to do so is canceled, suspended, or revoked, you will normally be fined up to $500. There are a few special circumstances for which the penalties may be harsher.

Source: Driving While License Invalid (DWLI); Chapter 1: Your License to Drive; Texas Driver Handbook

Not quite. The answer is $10,000

A third or subsequent DWI offense is considered a felony of the third degree, punishable by a fine of up to $10,000; confinement in a state penitentiary for 2 to 10 years; and license suspension for 180 days to 18 months (if the driver is under 21 years of age) or 180 days to 2 years (if he or she is at least 21 years of age). [Penalties for Driving While Intoxicated (Alcohol) – Minors; Chapter 10: Alcohol and Drug Impact on the Driving Ability; Texas Driver Handbook],.

Not quite. The answer is None of the above

Unlike some other states, Texas does not impose specific noise limitations on motorcycles. However, Texas law does require every motor vehicle to have a muffler that prevents "excessive or unusual noise."

Source: TX Transp § 547.604

Not quite. The answer is 5 years

Under Texas law, if you are involved in an accident involving other persons, you must stop at the accident scene. If you are found guilty of failing to do so and the accident resulted in injury to one or more persons, you will be fined up to $5,000, sentenced to up to 5 years in a state penitentiary, or both. However, if the accident involved serious bodily injury, these maximum penalties will be doubled.

Source: Crash Resulting in Injury to, or Death of a Person; Chapter 11: Motor Vehicle Crashes; Texas Driver Handbook

Not quite. The answer is doesn't guarantee that the alcohol won't affect you.

There is no safe amount of alcohol to drink. Your judgment and riding abilities can be affected by just one drink.

Not quite. The answer is 180 days

A third or subsequent DWI offense is considered a felony of the third degree, punishable by a fine of up to $10,000; confinement in a state penitentiary for 2 to 10 years; and license suspension for 180 days to 18 months (if the driver is under 21 years of age) or 180 days to 2 years (if he or she is at least 21 years of age). [Penalties for Driving While Intoxicated (Alcohol) – Minors; Chapter 10: Alcohol and Drug Impact on the Driving Ability; Texas Driver Handbook],.

Not quite. The answer is 30 days

If you are convicted of DWI for the second time, you will be fined up to $4,000 and sentenced to jail for between 30 days and one year. Your license will also be suspended for between 180 days and 18 months (if you are under 21 years of age) or between 180 days and two years (if you are at least 21 years of age).

Source: Penalties for DWI and DUI of Alcohol or Drugs; Chapter 10: Alcohol and Drug Impact on the Driving Ability; Texas Driver Handbook

Not quite. The answer is 6

If you accumulate six or more points on your driver record within three years, you will be assessed a surcharge by the TxDPS every year that there are still at least six points on your driver record. (Points remain on your driver record for three years.) The amount of the surcharge will be $100 for the first six points plus an additional $25 for every additional point.

Source: Driver Responsibility Program (DRP); Chapter 1: Your License to Drive; Texas Driver Handbook

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

You can help prevent fatigue by riding no more than six hours per day, taking a rest break at least every two hours, and protecting yourself from the elements by wearing proper clothing.