Have brakes in both the front and rear.

Have three brakes: one in the front, one in the rear, and an emergency brake.

Should be part of your normal scanning routine.

Should only be done on long trips.

Are not helpful since you can’t do anything about what is behind you.

Be an equally as effective as a face shield.

Offer the same protection as a windshield.

Provide protection for your entire face.

Iowa Motorcycle Driving Permit Test-8 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1

If you are transporting a passenger, they should:

Lean as you lean.
Hold onto the motorcycle seat.
Sit as far back as possible.
Never hold onto you.

Q.2

If riding a three-wheel motorcycle in a group, you should travel in a:

Staggered formation.
Pyramid formation.
Single-file line.
Row of pairs.

Q.3

Which of the following does not need to be checked regularly?

The brakes
The fasteners
The tires
The paint

Q.4

A way to lower the risk of being involved in a crash is to:

Communicate your intentions to other road users.
Not look ahead while riding.
Wear dark clothes.
Ride in the parts of a lane that make it difficult to be seen.

Q.5

Most motorcycles:

Have only a front brake.
Have only a rear brake.
Have brakes in both the front and rear.
Have three brakes: one in the front, one in the rear, and an emergency brake.

Q.6

It is difficult for other motorists to see motorcycles at night. To make up for that, a motorcycle rider should:

Reduce their speed when riding at night.
Sound their horn repeatedly when riding at night.
Not ride at night.
Stay directly in front of another vehicle to be seen in their headlights when riding at night.

Q.7

Mirror checks:

Are unimportant.
Should only be done on long trips.
Should be part of your normal scanning routine.
Are not helpful since you can’t do anything about what is behind you.

Q.8

If the front wheel locks, you should:

Continue to hold the brake and the skid should end.
Release the front brake and not use the front brake.
Release the front brake and then quickly squeeze the front brake.
Release the front brake immediately and re-apply the front brake smoothly.

Q.9

Which formation is best for keeping the riders in a group close together?

Pyramid
Staggered
Single-file
Compressed

Q.10

If your motorcycle starts to wobble, it is best to:

Downshift.
Accelerate.
Grip the handlebars firmly and close the throttle gradually.
Gradually apply your brakes.

Q.11

Goggles will:

Protect only your eyes.
Be an equally as effective as a face shield.
Offer the same protection as a windshield.
Provide protection for your entire face.

Q.12

You’ll have a better chance of avoiding serious injury if you wear all of the following, except:

A DOT-approved helmet.
Face or eye protection.
Ear buds.
Protective clothing.

Q.13

When passing another vehicle:

The pass may be completed in a no passing zone.
The rider may travel up to 10 mph over the speed limit to complete the pass.
The pass must be started and completed within a passing zone.
The pass must be completed on the shoulder, if one is present.

Q.14

If a friend has been drinking and wants to ride their motorcycle, you should:

Let them.
Encourage them to take less-crowded roads.
Push their bike over.
Encourage friends to talk them out of riding.

Q.15

Studies show that most crash-involved riders:

Under-brake the front tire and over-break the rear tire.
Over-break the front tire and under-brake the rear tire.
Only use the front brake.
Only use the rear brake.

Q.16

Several factors influence blood alcohol concentration (BAC). Which of the following does not play a role?

The amount of alcohol consumed
How fast a person drinks
Body weight
Height

Q.17

You have been drinking alcohol. If you wait an hour for each drink before riding your motorcycle:

You cannot be arrested for drinking and riding.
Your riding skills will not be affected.
Side effects from the drinking may still remain.
You will be okay as long as you ride slowly.

Q.18

In the context of group riding, what does the hand signal pictured mean?

Speed up.
Danger ahead.
Stop.
Merge.

Q.19

It is most important to flash your brake light when:

Your signals do not work.
Passing another vehicle.
You will be slowing down suddenly.
There is a stop sign ahead.

Q.20

The center portion of a lane often contains an oily strip. This strip:

Is not safe for motorcyclists at any time.
Is usually safe for motorcyclists, unless it is raining.
Should always be avoided since other parts of the lane do not have the oily strip.
Adds to traction for most motorcycle tires.

Q.21

On which of the following surfaces does a motorcycle have the best traction?

Dry pavement
Gravel
Snow
Leaves

Q.22

The shortest and safest stops are accomplished:

By using only the rear brake.
By using only the front brake.
By allowing the front tire to lock up.
By using both the front and rear brakes.

Q.23

You should use a larger cushion of space:

When roads are slippery.
When it is sunny outside.
When it is colder than usual.
When you are following other motorcycles.

Q.24

Because of their small size, motorcycles seem to be:

Traveling faster than they actually are.
Traveling more slowly than they actually are.
Not moving when they actually are.
Closer than they actually are.

Q.25

If you borrow a motorcycle:

Don’t worry about checking the tire pressure.
Expect it to handle the same as your own bike.
The lender will make sure the brakes work so you don't have to.
Give yourself an extra cushion of space when riding to allow more time to react.