Washington Motorcycle Permit Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is There is a roundabout ahead; prepare to yield to traffic.

This sign indicates a roundabout ahead. A roundabout is a circular intersection in which traffic circulates counterclockwise around a central island. Slow down and prepare to yield to traffic in the roundabout.

Not quite. The answer is Farm machinery may be crossing the road.

This warning sign indicates to the driver that farm equipment may be crossing the road. Be ready to slow down for slow-moving equipment.

Not quite. The answer is Center or right

Position yourself in the lane that allows the most visibility and space around you. Change your lane position as traffic situations change. Ride in the center or right portion of the lane if vehicles and other potential problems are on your left side. If vehicles are on both sides of you, the center of the lane is usually the best option.

Not quite. The answer is all of the above.

The Washington State Motorcycle Operator Manual recommends the Motorcycle Safety Foundation's T-CLOCS checklist of items to check before every ride. This acronym stands for the various kinds of items to check: T – Tires and Wheels; C – Controls; L – Lights and Mirrors; O – Oil and Other Fluids; C – Chassis; S – Stands.

Not quite. The answer is be placed firmly on the foot pegs.

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

Not quite. The answer is all of the above.

When evaluating potential hazards, you should be thinking about road characteristics, other vehicles, and traffic controls. All of them can contribute to different hazardous situations.

Not quite. The answer is All of the above

For safe riding in Washington State, a street-legal motorcycle must have all the usual controls such as a headlight, taillight, brake light, turn signals, horn, two mirrors, and front and rear brakes.

Not quite. The answer is parking is not allowed.

A red slash inside a red circle means "no." This regulatory sign is a No Parking sign. Parking at the sign is not allowed.

Not quite. The answer is lean in the direction of the turn.

To turn your motorcycle, you should press on the handgrip in the direction of the turn and lean in the direction of the turn.

Not quite. The answer is Turn left or go straight.

This sign regulates traffic and directs the driver to turn left or go straight.

Not quite. The answer is Speeding increases danger and reduces your ability to react to hazards

Following the posted speed limit helps you maintain control of your vehicle and react to hazards. Speeding increases risk and puts everyone on the road in danger, even if you are in a hurry.

Not quite. The answer is work zones.

Work zone signs warn drivers of unusual or potentially dangerous conditions on or near the traveled way. These signs have black letters or symbols on an orange background. When you see these signs, slow down and pay close attention.

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 help stabilize the motorcycle.

To help stabilize your motorcycle in a turn, roll on the throttle to maintain or slightly increase your speed.

Not quite. The answer is increase your visibility to other vehicle operators.

When you approach an intersection, you should select a lane position to increase your visibility to other vehicle operators.

Not quite. The answer is gently applying the front brake while adjusting the throttle.

To upshift, you should 1) roll off the throttle as you squeeze the clutch, 2) lift the shift lever as far as it will go, and 3) ease out the clutch and adjust the throttle. You do not need to apply the brake.

Not quite. The answer is two

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

Not quite. The answer is left handgrip.

The clutch is the lever attached to the left handgrip.

Not quite. The answer is exit the highway with a speed of 30 mph or less.

This sign shows the maximum recommended safe speed for entrance or exit on an expressway. Slow down to whatever speed (in this case, 30 mph) is shown.

Not quite. The answer is both of your feet can reach the ground while you are seated.

A motorcycle is the right size for you if both of your feet can touch the ground while you are seated on it.