Provides protection in a crash.

Is usually too warm to wear when riding.

Should not be worn when riding.

Provide an improved grip on the handlebars.

Make it difficult to control a motorcycle and should be avoided.

Help other drivers identify you.

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

Q.1

A leather jacket:

Can make a rider look cool.
Is usually too warm to wear when riding.
Provides protection in a crash.
Should not be worn when riding.

Q.2

It is recommended that a motorcyclist:

Shift gears in a turn.
Shift gears before a turn.
Change power suddenly in a turn.
Ride the brake throughout the turn.

Q.3

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.4

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.5

A shatter-resistant face shield:

Can protect a rider's face in a crash.
Is only useful in protecting riders from dirt.
Does not offer as much protection as goggles.
Should not be used with a helmet.

Q.6

If braking in a curve:

Only use the front brake.
It will be the same as braking on a straightaway.
You will have more traction as you lean into the curve.
You may have less traction as you lean into the curve.

Q.7

To increase your chances of being seen at an intersection, you should:

Turn your headlight off.
Ride with your headlight on.
Try to make eye contact with other drivers.
Ride as closely as possible to the vehicle ahead.

Q.8

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.9

When it starts 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.10

When approaching a blind intersection with a stop sign, riders should:

Stop at the stop sign then proceed through the intersection.
Ignore the stop sign and move forward to get a better look.
Stop at the stop sign before moving forward to improve their view of cross traffic.
Proceed through the intersection without stopping.

Q.11

When a vehicle attempts to pass you from behind, you should:

Move to the center portion of the lane.
Move to the left portion of the lane.
Move to the right portion of the lane.
Not be concerned about which portion of the lane you are using.

Q.12

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

Just behind the leader.
In the front of the group.
At the tail end of the group.
Beside the lead rider.

Q.13

The proper clothing for riding a motorcycle should:

Cover your arms and legs completely.
Cover your arms completely, but leave your legs exposed.
Cover your legs completely, but leave your arms exposed.
Be whatever makes you most comfortable, regardless of safety.

Q.14

Where is the engine cut-off switch usually located?

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

Q.15

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.16

If you wait an hour per alcoholic drink before you ride your motorcycle:

You cannot be arrested for drinking and riding.
Your skills will not be affected.
Side effects may still remain.
You will be fine as long as you ride slowly.

Q.17

Gloves can:

Make it difficult to control a motorcycle and should be avoided.
Help other drivers identify you.
Provide an improved grip on the handlebars.
Offer no protection.

Q.18

Normally, you should maintain a following distance of:

One second.
Two seconds.
Three seconds.
Four seconds.

Q.19

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.20

To be effective, an eye or face shield must:

Fasten securely.
Prevent air from passing through.
Not allow for eyeglasses to fit underneath.
Restrict your vision to the sides.