Texas Motorcycle Permit: Protective Gear & Passenger Practice Test

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 at all times.

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

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 your stopping distance will increase.

When you carry cargo or a passenger, the stopping distance will increase. Adjust your riding accordingly.

Not quite. The answer is At all times

Federal law allows a motorcycle to travel in a high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane at all times, even without a passenger. It is believed safer for a motorcyclist to ride smoothly in an HOV lane than to get stuck in stop-and-go highway traffic.

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 footrests, seat, and helmet.

Under Texas law, to carry a passenger, your motorcycle must have a passenger seat and designated footrests and handholds. Every passenger under 21 years of age must wear a helmet. A passenger who is at least 21 years old 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. [TX Transp § 545.416], [TX Transp § 547.617],

Source: TX Transp § 661.003

Not quite. The answer is you must wear a helmet when riding a motorcycle.

Under Texas law, if you are under the age of 21, you must wear a helmet when riding a motorcycle. Texas law does not require motorcyclists of any age to wear eye protection.

Not quite. The answer is a face shield.

A shatter-resistant face shield can help protect your whole face in the event of a crash. It also protects you from wind, dust, dirt, rain, insects, and pebbles thrown up by vehicles ahead.

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

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 distribute the weight evenly between both bags.

When loading saddlebags, you should load them evenly with the same weight to help keep your motorcycle balanced.

Not quite. The answer is You should distribute the weight evenly.

When carrying cargo, try to distribute the weight evenly so that the motorcycle remains balanced. Carrying a load on the sissy bar will raise the motorcycle's center of gravity and disturb its balance.

Not quite. The answer is ropes.

Avoid attaching cargo to a motorcycle with ropes. Ropes can loosen over time, or knots can come undone. Elastic cords are a better choice.

Not quite. The answer is at all times.

You should maintain an adequate space cushion around your motorcycle at all times. This helps keep you safe and gives you time to react.

Not quite. The answer is $500.

Under Malorie's Law, you may carry a passenger only if your motorcycle is equipped to carry a passenger. Specifically, your motorcycle must have passenger seat room and footrests and handholds designated for the passenger. Violation of this law is considered a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $500. (Malorie's Law was named for 19-year-old Malorie Bullock, a motorcycle passenger who was killed in an accident in 2010. That motorcycle was not equipped to carry a passenger.) [TX Penal § 12.23], [TX Transp § 545.416],

Source: TX Transp § 547.617

Not quite. The answer is hold on firmly to your waist, hips, or belt.

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 Either (a) or (b)

Under Texas law, if you're under 21 years of age, you are required to wear a helmet. If you're at least 21 years old, you are not required to wear a helmet if you have completed an approved motorcycle training course or you're covered by a medical insurance plan for any injuries you sustain in an accident.

Not quite. The answer is all of the above.

In any collision, you'll 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 firmly on the footrests.

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

Not quite. The answer is against the gas tank and firmly on the footrests.

For the most stable riding, your knees should be positioned against the gas tank, and your feet should be positioned firmly on the footrests.