You should always use both the front and rear brakes at the same time.

You should only use the front brake.

You should only use the rear brake.

You should alternate between the front and rear brakes to maximize the life of the brakes.

Provides about 70 percent of a motorcycle's braking power.

Provides less than half of a motorcycle's braking power.

Should not be used unless the roadway is wet.

Should be the only brake you use.

Massachusetts Motorcycle Driving Permit Test-15 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1

If you are riding in traffic when a small animal enters your lane, you should:

Do whatever you can, including swerving into other lanes, to avoid hitting the animal.
Switch lanes as quickly as possible.
Stay in your lane.
Flash your lights to try to scare the animal.

Q.2

A pre-ride inspection should be done:

Before every ride.
Once a week.
Once a month.
Once a season.

Q.3

Your primary source for information about your motorcycle should be:

The owner’s manual.
A book about motorcycles.
A former owner.
Someone knowledgeable about motorcycles.

Q.4

When being followed too closely by another vehicle, you should:

Speed up.
Move onto the shoulder.
Allow the other driver to pass you.
Exit the roadway.

Q.5

Drivers on an entrance ramp may not see you on the highway. What should you do to help an entering driver merge safely?

Stay in your lane, as it is not your responsibility to be seen.
Change to a lane away from the entrance ramp, if possible.
Move to the shoulder.
Weave within your lane to be more obvious to the entering driver.

Q.6

For routine braking:

You should only use the front brake.
You should only use the rear brake.
You should alternate between the front and rear brakes to maximize the life of the brakes.
You should always use both the front and rear brakes at the same time.

Q.7

Which of the following is not a way to prevent a friend from driving while intoxicated?

Arrange a safe ride home for them.
Get them involved in activities to slow their drinking and keep them busy while they sober up.
Make them wait 15 minutes after their last drink before driving.
Get other friends involved in stopping your friend from driving.

Q.8

When consumed together, the effects of alcohol and drugs:

Can be more pronounced than when either is consumed alone.
Are less dangerous than when either is consumed alone.
Are usually minimal.
Often balance out.

Q.9

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.10

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.11

Which fabric provides the most protection when worn by motorcyclists?

Leather
Denim
Polyester
Wool

Q.12

The front brake:

Provides less than half of a motorcycle's braking power.
Provides about 70 percent of a motorcycle's braking power.
Should not be used unless the roadway is wet.
Should be the only brake you use.

Q.13

It is best to not ride directly alongside another vehicle because:

You may be riding in its blind spot.
It is distracting to have a vehicle next to you.
Other drivers may want to use the lane.
It would be difficult to see what is happening behind you.

Q.14

When you have mounted your motorcycle, you should do all of the following, except:

Make sure the mirrors are clean.
Make sure the horn works.
Close the fuel supply valve.
Make sure the clutch works smoothly.

Q.15

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.16

If in a no passing zone:

A motorcycle may still pass another vehicle.
A motorcycle is not allowed to pass another vehicle.
A motorcycle may pass another vehicle if the pass can be completed before another vehicle approaches.
A motorcycle may pass on the shoulder.

Q.17

To prevent getting fatigued on a long ride, you should do all of the following, except:

Dress warmly.
Limit the distance traveled in a day.
Take frequent rest breaks.
Take artificial stimulants.

Q.18

Of the crashes involving both a motorcycle and a car, how many are caused by the driver failing to properly yield the right-of-way to the rider?

About 10 percent
About 25 percent
Over 50 percent
About 90 percent

Q.19

When approaching an intersection, you should:

Assume other drivers see you, especially if they make eye contact.
Never assume other drivers see you.
Stay focused on moving through the intersection.
Speed up to make others notice you.

Q.20

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.21

When riding in a group, inexperienced riders should position themselves:

In the front of the group.
Just behind the leader.
Close to the back of the group.
At the tail end of the group.

Q.22

What should you do to maintain proper control of your motorcycle while turning?

Increase your speed before entering the turn.
Keep the motorcycle from leaning.
Look through the turn to anticipate the best course of action.
Come to a complete stop before entering the turn.

Q.23

A plastic, shatter-resistant face shield:

Is not necessary if you have a windshield.
Only protects your eyes.
Protects more than just your eyes.
Does not protect your face as well as goggles.

Q.24

When passing another vehicle:

You may ride on the shoulder.
You may complete the pass in a no passing zone.
You must start and complete the pass within a passing zone.
You should sound your horn to get the other driver to slow down.

Q.25

A proper lane position can help you do all of the following, except:

Avoid other drivers' blindspots.
Increase your ability to see and be seen.
Go faster.
Set up for turns.