Washington Motorcycle Permit: Protective Gear & Passenger Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is Sturdy jacket, boots, and gloves

While riding a motorcycle, you should wear a sturdy jacket, boots, and gloves. Even in hot weather, you must protect yourself in case of an accident or a collision.

Not quite. The answer is meet all of the above requirements.

In Washington State, a motorcycle passenger must be at least five years old. He or she must wear a DOT-compliant helmet, and he or she must have designated seat room and his or her own foot pegs. However, he or she is not required to wear eye protection.

Not quite. The answer is 5

Under Washington State law, you may not carry a passenger under the age of five on your motorcycle.

Source: RCW § 46.37.530

Not quite. The answer is distribute the load evenly.

When using saddlebags, you should distribute the load evenly between the saddlebags to help keep your motorcycle balanced.

Not quite. The answer is a face shield.

The best protection against flying objects while you're riding is a shatter-resistant face shield. It will protect your whole face from flying objects, not just your eyes.

Not quite. The answer is After the engine has been started

A passenger should get on a motorcycle only after the motorcyclist has mounted and started it.

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 elastic cords.

The best way to fasten cargo to a motorcycle is with elastic cords. Even strong rope can loosen, or knots can come undone.

Not quite. The answer is is the best form of face and eye protection.

Under Washington State law, every motorcyclist and passenger must wear a helmet. Every motorcyclist (but not a passenger) must also wear eye protection unless the motorcycle is equipped with a windshield. In Washington State, a face shield, goggles, or even safety glasses qualify as eye protection. A face shield is the best form of face and eye protection because it protects your whole face and will not fly off in the wind.

Source: RCW § 46.37.530

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

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

Not quite. The answer is Eye protection

Under Washington State law, to carry a passenger, your motorcycle must have foot pegs and seat room for the person. The passenger must also wear a DOT-compliant helmet. However, he or she is not required to wear eye protection.

Not quite. The answer is All of the above may happen.

The added weight of a passenger can significantly affect the handling of your motorcycle. Your motorcycle may take longer to accelerate and longer to stop. It may be harder to hold the motorcycle steady and upright at stops. It may behave differently in corners and low-speed maneuvers.

Not quite. The answer is distribute the load evenly.

When carrying a load, you should distribute the load evenly to help keep your motorcycle balanced.

Not quite. The answer is rope.

Motorcycle cargo should NOT be secured with rope. Knots can come undone, or ropes can loosen. Elastic cords are a better choice.

Not quite. The answer is at all times.

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

Not quite. The answer is to maintain an adequate space cushion.

The best protection from other vehicles is to maintain an adequate space cushion between you and the other vehicles.

Not quite. The answer is Fastening excess cargo to the sissy bar

Fastening cargo to the sissy bar can make the motorcycle unstable because it raises the center of gravity. Keep cargo low and balanced for safety.

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

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

Not quite. The answer is all of the above are true.

Your motorcycle fits you if both of your feet can reach the ground while you are seated and you can reach the handgrips and the foot pegs.

Not quite. The answer is foot pegs for the passenger.

Under Washington State law, to carry a passenger, your motorcycle must have foot pegs for the person. The seat must also be big enough for two people.

Source: RCW § 46.61.610