Use both brakes regardless of the circumstances.

Use only one brake if it is a non-emergency situation.

Only use both brakes if you are riding on wet pavement.

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.

More frequent attention than a car.

Less frequent attention than a car.

To have pre-ride checks performed only by a mechanic.

To be serviced only at a dealer.

Montana Motorcycle Driving Permit Test-3 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1

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.2

When securing a load, you should place the load:

As high as possible.
As low as possible.
On a sissy bar.
Only on one side of the motorcycle.

Q.3

When choosing clothes for riding, which of the following is not a good choice?

A jacket and pants that cover your arms and legs completely
Boots or shoes that cover your ankles
Gloves made of leather
A baseball cap to cover your hair

Q.4

When approaching railroad tracks that cross your lane at an angle, it is usually:

Safest to ride straight within your lane to cross the tracks.
Dangerous to ride straight within your lane to cross the tracks.
Not safe to cross tracks on a motorcycle.
Safest to cross the tracks by riding on the shoulder of the road.

Q.5

When crossing angled railroad tracks, it is usually safest to approach the tracks:

By proceeding straight within your lane.
At a 45-degree angle.
At a 90-degree angle.
At a fast speed.

Q.6

How can you increase your ability to be seen at an intersection?

Try to make eye contact with other drivers.
Make sure you always ride using your headlight.
Wave your arms.
Ride closely to vehicles in front of you.

Q.7

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.8

When braking:

Use only one brake if it is a non-emergency situation.
Only use both brakes if you are riding on wet pavement.
Use both brakes regardless of the circumstances.
Use only the front brake.

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

When riding at night, you should do all of the following, except:

Use your high beam.
Use the headlights of vehicles ahead to help you see.
Be visible.
Ride only in the left portion of your lane.

Q.11

You will ______ hear a tire going flat.

Always
Usually
Frequently
Seldom

Q.12

The human body rids itself of about one alcoholic drink per hour. If a person consumes seven drinks in three hours, how many drinks likely remain in that person’s system three hours after their final drink?

Two
Three
Four
Five

Q.13

If a rider in a group wants to ride faster than the others, what should the group do?

Let the rider go ahead and meet up at a designated spot later.
Speed up to accommodate the one rider.
Split up and have every rider travel as fast or as slow as they want.
Let the rider that wants to go faster lead the group.

Q.14

A motorcyclist should:

Pick a favorite portion of the lane and stay in that portion all the time.
Continually weave among the lane positions to keep other drivers out of their lane.
Choose a lane position based on road and traffic conditions.
Not worry about lane position.

Q.15

Riding alongside another rider:

Allows you to maximize the surface of the road.
Should be avoided because it limits your escape routes.
Allows you to communicate with one another.
Makes it easier for other motorists to pass.

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 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.18

You should do all of the following to lesson your chances of being in a crash, except:

Be visible by wearing proper clothing and using your headlight.
Communicate your intentions by using your turn signals and brake light.
Search for hazards in your path.
Hope the other drivers see you.

Q.19

When approaching an object or uneven surface that you cannot avoid, you should:

Make sure the motorcycle is leaning to one side.
Speed up.
Swerve quickly.
Rise slightly off the seat to allow your legs to absorb the shock.

Q.20

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.21

Do not change gears on railroad tracks because:

Your motorcycle may stall.
You might go too fast.
Other drivers may not be expecting you to change gears.
The uneven surface may make it more difficult to switch gears.

Q.22

Which of the following will protect your eyes from the wind?

Goggles
Windshield
Sunglasses
Eyeglasses

Q.23

Taking corners too fast:

Can cause the rider to go into another lane.
Is better than going too slowly.
Often causes the rider to stay in their lane.
Is acceptable because motorcycles are smaller than other types of vehicles.

Q.24

If you are not traveling slowly enough when shifting into a lower gear, the:

Motorcycle could lurch and the rear tire could skid.
Motorcycle could accelerate too quickly.
Front tire will likely skid.
Engine will make a loud noise.

Q.25

A motorcycle needs:

Less frequent attention than a car.
More frequent attention than a car.
To have pre-ride checks performed only by a mechanic.
To be serviced only at a dealer.