Rhode Island Motorcycle Driving Permit Test-14 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers - MCQGeeks.com

Q.1

Where is the clutch lever usually located?

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

Q.2

The clothing you wear while riding should protect you from all of the following, except:

Sunburn.
Windburn.
Chapped lips.
Dehydration.

Q.3

When braking, you should:

First apply the front brake, then the rear.
First apply the rear brake, then the front.
Use both brakes at the same time.
Use brakes in any order.

Q.4

To control a motorcycle properly, you should:

Sit so you can use your arms to steer, not to hold yourself up.
Sit far enough back on the seat that you can keep your arms straight.
Keep your knees away from the gas tank.
Drag your feet on the ground.

Q.5

Each traffic lane gives the motorcyclist how many paths of travel?

One
Two
Three
Four

Q.6

After entering a turn, you should roll on the throttle and:

Always slow down.
Maintain a steady speed or accelerate gradually.
Accelerate drastically.
Not worry about your speed.

Q.7

What is often found in the center portion of the lane?

A landing strip
An oily or greasy strip
Lane markings
Ice

Q.8

When being passed, all of the following are potential hazards, except:

Extended mirrors.
Objects being thrown from other vehicles.
Blasts of wind.
Headlights.

Q.9

An advantage to keeping the size of a group of riders small is:

A small group is less easily separated in traffic than a larger group.
A small group can disregard traffic laws to stay together.
Riders will always be trying to catch up to the group.
It will be difficult to keep track of where everyone is.

Q.10

When operating a motorcycle on a slippery surface, you should:

Ride faster than usual.
Use only the front brake.
Reduce your speed.
Use only the rear brake.

Q.11

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.12

Of the following, which is not considered protective clothing?

A leather jacket
Full-fingered gloves
Long pants made of denim
Athletic shoes

Q.13

When riding with a passenger, you should:

Maintain your usual space cushion.
Brake later than usual.
Ride a little more slowly than usual.
Ride a little faster than usual.

Q.14

If you are riding and your motorcycle starts to handle differently, you should:

Continue riding normally.
Pull over and check the tires.
Pull over to check the chain.
Pull over to check the windshield.

Q.15

When being passed from behind, you should:

Stay in the center portion of the lane.
Stay in the right portion of the lane.
Move onto the shoulder.
Activate your turn signal.

Q.16

Most crashes occur during the day. To lessen the chance of being involved in a crash, you should:

Wear darkly-colored clothing.
Wear brightly-colored clothing.
Not ride during the day.
Look for safer routes.

Q.17

When using a motorcycle with which you are unfamiliar, you should:

Test the seat to make sure it is comfortable.
Assume the motorcycle is in good riding condition.
Work the throttle, clutch, and brakes a few times before riding.
Ride as you usually do, since most bikes are similar.

Q.18

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.19

You will ______ hear a tire going flat.

Always
Usually
Frequently
Seldom

Q.20

If hazards are on your left, you should ride:

In the left portion of the lane.
In the right portion of the lane.
In any portion of the lane.
On the shoulder.

Q.21

When riding, a cushion of space is helpful to:

Give you space to react to hazards.
Hide you from other drivers.
Prevent you from avoiding hazards.
Allow you to look at road signs.

Q.22

When riding, goggles:

Protect your eyes, but not the rest of your face.
Protect your face, but not your eyes.
Are not as effective at protecting your eyes as eyeglasses.
Are not effective in providing any protection.

Q.23

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.24

In general, the body gets rid of almost ______ per hour.

One drink
Two drinks
Three drinks
Four drinks

Q.25

Where should a load be placed?

As low as possible
As high as possible
Behind the rear axle
On one side of the motorcycle

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