Is made safer by wearing reflective clothing.

Is not safe because other drivers cannot see your turn signals.

Should only be done in the city.

Happen frequently, so there is no need to worry about them.

Should be placed behind the operator.

Should be placed in front of the operator.

Does not have to be able to reach the footrests.

Should hold onto the motorcycle frame.

Michigan Motorcycle Driving Permit Test-7 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1

Riding at night:

Is discouraged.
Is made safer by wearing reflective clothing.
Is not safe because other drivers cannot see your turn signals.
Should only be done in the city.

Q.2

You will ______ hear a tire going flat.

Always
Usually
Frequently
Seldom

Q.3

Anti-Lock Braking Systems (ABS) are designed to:

Prevent skidding and wheel lock-up.
Prevent brakes from activating if the roadway is dry.
Apply brakes automatically.
Warn you when your brake pad needs replacing.

Q.4

What does this signal mean?

Rest stop
High beams on
Turn right
Hazard

Q.5

If your front wheel begins to skid, you should:

Keep the front brake engaged and ride out the skid.
Keep the front brake engaged and release the rear brake.
Immediately release and re-engage the front brake.
Release the front brake and increase the pressure on the rear brake.

Q.6

If you must swerve, you should:

Shift your weight quickly.
Turn your handlebars quickly.
Press the handgrip in the direction of the turn.
Press the handgrip in the opposite direction of the turn.

Q.7

When approaching an uneven surface, such as a bump or pothole, you should rise slightly off of your seat:

So you can jump off the motorcycle if you need to.
So your legs can absorb the shock.
So other drivers can see you better.
So you can get a better view of the uneven surface.

Q.8

When conducting a pre-ride check, be sure that:

The brakes make a loud squeaking noise.
The brakes cause some friction with the steering.
Each brake can hold the motorcycle.
Only the rear brake can hold the motorcycle.

Q.9

A properly-fitted motorcycle:

Allows the rider to touch the ground with their feet while seated.
Has a seat even with the rider's waist.
Has a seat that is 10 inches above the rider's waist.
Has a seat that is 10 inches below the rider's waist.

Q.10

Impairment from drinking alcohol occurs:

Well below the legal limit.
Once reaching the legal limit.
Just above the legal limit.
Well above the legal limit.

Q.11

Most crashes occur in broad daylight. To be more visible, you should:

Wear brightly-colored clothing.
Wear darkly-clothing.
Ride without your headlight.
Ride in a weaving pattern.

Q.12

In general, riders should:

Pick one lane position and always use it.
Change lane positions frequently to prevent monotony.
Choose a lane position that maximizes their space cushion.
Never use the center lane position.

Q.13

When riding with a passenger, you should:

Ride faster than usual.
Rider more slowly than usual.
Start slowing later than usual.
Try to squeeze into smaller gaps in traffic.

Q.14

Before changing lanes, motorcycle riders should turn their heads to look over their shoulders because:

Motorcycles have blind spots, just like other vehicles.
They can catch the attention of other drivers by turning their heads.
Mirrors are not really helpful.
They should try to make eye contact with surrounding drivers.

Q.15

Where is the rear brake pedal usually located?

On the left handgrip
On the right handgrip
Near the left footrest
Near the right footrest

Q.16

Low-speed crashes:

Can be fatal.
Are never serious.
Rarely cause injuries.
Happen frequently, so there is no need to worry about them.

Q.17

A motorcycle “fits” you if:

You are able to touch your feet to the ground while seated.
You are able to reach the controls by stretching.
The handlebars go over your head.
Your feet are unable to rest on the foot pegs.

Q.18

A child passenger:

Should be placed in front of the operator.
Should be placed behind the operator.
Does not have to be able to reach the footrests.
Should hold onto the motorcycle frame.

Q.19

Which of the following is not a good way for a rider to increase their visibility?

Wearing proper clothing
Using their headlight at all times
Using their turn signals
Waving at other drivers

Q.20

A thorough check of your motorcycle:

Is useless unless done by a mechanic.
Should not be done before a ride.
Should be done only after a ride.
Can help you identify any mechanical defects or equipment failures.