Should not balloon when riding.

Are not needed since motorcycles shouldn't be operated in the rain.

Maine Motorcycle Driving Permit Test-1 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1

You will ______ hear a tire going flat.

Always
Usually
Frequently
Seldom

Q.2

When following another vehicle as a beginning rider, you should:

Maintain a minimum four-second following distance.
Get as close to the other vehicle as possible.
Never be concerned about your following distance.
Always ride in the left portion of the lane so the driver can easily see you.

Q.3

When riding a motorcycle, clothing:

Should be loose enough to flap in the wind.
Should not cover your arms or legs completely.
Should not include a jacket if the weather is warm.
Can provide protection in the event of a crash.

Q.4

When riding, the best protection for an operator is:

A cushion of space between their vehicle and other vehicles.
A good leather jacket.
Sturdy boots.
A good understanding of motorcycle laws.

Q.5

To be seen in the rearview mirror of the driver ahead of you, you should:

Ride in the center portion of the lane.
Ride in the left portion of the lane.
Ride in the right portion of the lane.
Ride in a weaving pattern.

Q.6

A plastic, shatter-resistant face shield:

Is not necessary if you have a windshield.
Only protects your eyes.
Helps protect your whole face.
Is less effective than goggles.

Q.7

To help other drivers see you, you should wear:

Darkly-colored clothes.
Brightly-colored clothes.
Lights.
A black jacket.

Q.8

When going through a curve, you should:

Always stay in the same portion of the lane throughout the entire curve.
Always stay in the left portion of the lane throughout the entire curve.
Always stay in the right portion of the lane throughout the entire curve.
Remember that the best path may not follow the curve of the road.

Q.9

To get the best possible protection, wear a helmet that:

Fits snugly.
Is well-worn and broken in.
Is pretty loose.
Does not have a chinstrap.

Q.10

Small vehicles can appear and seem to be traveling than they actually are.

Farther away, more slowly
Farther away, faster
Closer, more slowly
Closer, faster

Q.11

To increase your line of sight when preparing to pass another vehicle on its left, you should:

Ride in the left portion of your lane.
Ride in the right portion of your lane.
Ride in the center portion of your lane.
Try to stand up on your motorcycle.

Q.12

When passing another vehicle:

You must complete the pass without exceeding the speed limit.
You may complete the pass in a no passing zone if the pass was started before the no passing zone began.
You may exceed the speed limit.
You should pass on the shoulder.

Q.13

When a group of riders is passing another vehicle on a two-lane road, the riders should:

Pass in pairs.
Pass in a staggered formation with several riders passing at the same time.
Pass one at a time.
Avoid passing.

Q.14

Maintain an adequate following distance behind other vehicles:

To allow you time and space to identify and react to hazards.
So you can tailgate.
To allow for traffic counters to accurately count you as a vehicle.
To encourage other drivers to cut you off.

Q.15

Hearing protection is:

Not needed if you wear a helmet.
Needed in addition to a helmet.
Only needed on windy days.
Not needed if you are carrying a passenger.

Q.16

A person with a minimum blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of ______ is considered legally intoxicated.

0.02 percent
0.04 percent
0.08 percent
0.1 percent

Q.17

To accommodate a passenger, you may have to:

Adjust the handlebars.
Adjust the shocks.
Adjust the brakes.
Adjust the throttle.

Q.18

Riding alongside a car:

Is encouraged.
Can place you in a blind spot.
Is not an issue unless the roadway is wet.
Can make driving easier for the other motorist.

Q.19

When riding on a slippery surface, you should:

Increase your speed.
Make sudden moves.
Move to the edge of the road.
Ride in the tire tracks left by cars.

Q.20

To lessen your chances of an accident, you should:

Only ride in the afternoon.
Follow the vehicle in front of you as closely as possible.
Not look ahead and focus only on your controls.
Communicate your intentions to other drivers.

Q.21

When riding a motorcycle, you should:

Not wear a jacket if it's warm out.
Always wear a jacket, even if it’s warm out.
Wear shorts in warm weather.
Not be concerned about long shoelaces.

Q.22

To make a quick stop on wet pavement, you should:

Use only the front brake.
Use only the rear brake.
Use both brakes.

Q.23

When packing a load on a motorcycle:

The heavier items should go toward the front.
The heavier items should go toward the rear.
Mounting loads behind the rear axle is recommended.
Lighter items should be stored in front of you.

Q.24

A simple way to make your motorcycle easier to see is to:

Ride with a large flag attached to its frame.
Ride with the headlight turned on.
Wave at other drivers.
Ride on the shoulder whenever possible.

Q.25

Where is the front brake lever usually located?

On the left handgrip
On the right handgrip
By the left foot peg
By the right foot peg

Q.26

The best course of action to take if another driver is tailgating you is to:

Call the police.
Speed up.
Change lanes to allow them to pass.
Move to one side of the lane so the other driver can pass you within the lane.

Q.27

To control your motorcycle well, you should:

Sit with your arms propping you up rather than steering.
Keep your knees against the gas tank for balance.
Allow your feet to hang off the footrests.
Sit so far back that you must stretch to reach the handgrips.

Q.28

Your lane position should help you:

Communicate your intentions to other drivers.
Keep others from passing you.
Travel to your destination as quickly as possible.
Linger in the blind spots of other drivers.

Q.29

Which of the following is true?

The front and rear brakes provide equal braking power.
The front brake provides more braking power than the rear brake.
The rear brake provides more braking power than the front brake.
Only the front brake should be used when braking.

Q.30

If you are riding over rain grooves or bridge gratings and your motorcycle begins to weave, you should:

Brake suddenly.
Steer in a weaving pattern.
Relax, maintain a steady speed, and ride straight across the grooves.
Move to the leftmost portion of the lane.

Q.31

Making eye contact with another driver:

Guarantees that the other driver will properly yield to you.
Is not worth the effort it takes.
Doesn’t mean that the driver will properly yield to you.
Means that the other driver knows you are there.

Q.32

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.33

When it is raining, it is usually best to:

Ride in the center of the lane.
Pull off to the side of the road until the rain stops.
Ride in the tire tracks left by cars.
Increase your speed.

Q.34

If a friend has been drinking alcohol and wants to drive, which of the following should you not do?

Encourage friends to talk them out of driving.
Arrange for other transportation.
Tell them to take less-crowded roads.
Slow their pace of drinking.

Q.35

Which of the following provides the best protection?

Sunglasses
Windshield
Goggles
Face shield

Q.36

Rain suits:

Should not be used.
Should not balloon when riding.
Are not needed since motorcycles shouldn't be operated in the rain.
Should tear easily.

Q.37

If road conditions require a longer stopping distance than normal, you should:

Decrease your usual following distance.
Increase your usual following distance.
Travel on the shoulder.
Ask someone else to operate your motorcycle.

Q.38

When entering a curve, a group should:

Ride in a single-file formation.
Ride in a staggered formation.
Ride in pairs.
Ride on the shoulder.

Q.39

When passing a vehicle:

You may exceed the speed limit until the pass is complete.
You may disregard "No passing zone" markings if the pass was started in a passing zone.
You may pass on the shoulder.
You must complete the pass within the posted speed limits and within a legal passing zone.

Q.40

Your lane position should not:

Increase your ability to see and be seen.
Help you avoid surface hazards.
Provide you with an escape route.
Welcome other drivers into your lane.

Q.41

Compared to riding during the day, a motorcycle operator who is riding at night should do all of the following, except:

Ride more slowly.
Allow more space between their motorcycle and other vehicles.
Use their high beam whenever possible.
Tailgate other vehicles.

Q.42

When both braking and swerving must be done to avoid an unexpected hazard, a rider should:

Perform one action, then the other.
Perform both actions at the same time and apply extra braking pressure.
Perform both actions at the same time, but mainly focus on swerving.
Not perform either action.

Q.43

Which of the following surfaces does not provide poor traction?

Wet pavement
Dry pavement
Lane markings
Snow

Q.44

If using a sidecar to transport a load, you should:

Allow the load to move freely.
Secure the load so its weight does not shift.
Place the load unsecured in the seat.
Secure the load near the front of the sidecar.

Q.45

Swerving a motorcycle:

Requires a lot of traction.
Requires little traction.
Is a slow maneuver.
Should be done to avoid a hazard on a slippery road.

Q.46

In a slow, tight turn, you should:

Lean the motorcycle only and keep your body straight.
Keep the motorcycle straight and lean your body.
Lean both the motorcycle and your body.
Not lean either your body or the motorcycle.

Q.47

A DOT-approved helmet:

Restricts the wearer's vision to the sides.
Can greatly reduce the severity of a head injury.
Is usually uncomfortable.
Makes it more difficult for the wearer to control their motorcycle.

Q.48

Which vest or jacket color would best help you to be seen?

Red
Black
Silver
Blue

Q.49

When selecting footwear, you should choose:

Shoes with long heels.
Shoes with long laces that cannot be tucked in.
Shoes that cover your ankles.
Shoes that are made from flimsy materials.

Q.50