Can You Pass A US Motorcycle License Exam?

If you've ever dreamt of getting your motorcycle license exam and feeling the wind in your hair, this is the quiz for you. Take these 12 questions and discover if you could actually pass a motorcycle license exam!
START THE QUIZ!

Question 1/12

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It is very important to flash your brake light when?
Someone is following too closely
You will be suddenly slowing
There is a stop sign ahead

Question 2/12

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What will help keep the motorcycle stable through turns?
Gradually accelerating through the turn.
Using the front brake through the turn.
Accelerating rapidly while in the turn.

Question 3/12

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If you wait an hour for each drink of alcohol before riding...
It will be as if you never had a drink at all.
Side effects from the drinking may still remain.
You will not be arrested for drunk driving.

Question 4/12

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If a tire goes flat while riding it is usually best to do what?
Loosen your grip on the handlebars.
Shift your weight toward the good tire.
Brake on the good tire and steer to the side of the road.

Question 5/12

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When is the road most slippery when raining?`
When it first starts to rain.
After it has been raining for a while.
After the rain has stopped but the road is still wet

Question 6/12

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When riding on the back of motorcycles passengers should?
Lean as you lean
Hold on to the motorcycle seat.
Sit as far back as possible.

Question 7/12

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When it starts to rain it is usually best to do what?
Ride in the tracks left by the cars.
Ride in the right lane with your flashers on.
Pull off to the side until the rain stops.

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When downshifting, a sudden change in power to the rear wheel can cause what?
Power loss.
A wobble.
A skid.

Question 9/12

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True or false: In slow or tight turns, the rider should keep their body straight and only lean the motorcycle.
True
False

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True or false: Quickly tapping your brake pedal 3 or 4 times can let those behind you know you are about to slow down.
True
False

Question 11/12

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If you ride over an object on the street or highway you should?
Continue riding and listen for unusual noises.
Pull off the road and check your tires and rims for damage.
Call the debris in the road hotline.

Question 12/12

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What gear should you remain in while stopped?
Neutral
1st gear
2nd gear
Unfortunately, it doesn't seem as if you'll be riding a motorcycle anytime soon! While you may have the passion to get on a bike, you don't have the know how just yet. Fret not, with a little time and studying, you'll be ready to hit the road on your motorcycle!

C+, Motorcycle Exam Fail

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Right!
While you may not have earned perfect marks on this quiz, you did manage to pass the exam! There's still a bit for you to learn about riding a motorcycle but you're certainly well on your way to hitting the open road!

B+, Motorcycle Exam Pass

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Right!
Based on the results of this quiz, you possess some true motorcycle exam knowledge! Not only would you pass this exam today, but you'd likely leave the DMV stunned with your know how on riding a motorcycle. Well done. Now get out there and hit the open road!

A+, Motorcycle Exam Excellence

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Right!
1
It is very important to flash your brake light when?
Someone is following too closely
You will be suddenly slowing
There is a stop sign ahead
2
What will help keep the motorcycle stable through turns?
Gradually accelerating through the turn.
Using the front brake through the turn.
Accelerating rapidly while in the turn.
3
If you wait an hour for each drink of alcohol before riding...
It will be as if you never had a drink at all.
Side effects from the drinking may still remain.
You will not be arrested for drunk driving.
4
If a tire goes flat while riding it is usually best to do what?
Loosen your grip on the handlebars.
Shift your weight toward the good tire.
Brake on the good tire and steer to the side of the road.
5
When is the road most slippery when raining?`
When it first starts to rain.
After it has been raining for a while.
After the rain has stopped but the road is still wet
6
When riding on the back of motorcycles passengers should?
Lean as you lean
Hold on to the motorcycle seat.
Sit as far back as possible.
7
When it starts to rain it is usually best to do what?
Ride in the tracks left by the cars.
Ride in the right lane with your flashers on.
Pull off to the side until the rain stops.
8
When downshifting, a sudden change in power to the rear wheel can cause what?
Power loss.
A wobble.
A skid.
9
True or false: In slow or tight turns, the rider should keep their body straight and only lean the motorcycle.
True
False
10
True or false: Quickly tapping your brake pedal 3 or 4 times can let those behind you know you are about to slow down.
True
False
11
If you ride over an object on the street or highway you should?
Continue riding and listen for unusual noises.
Pull off the road and check your tires and rims for damage.
Call the debris in the road hotline.
12
What gear should you remain in while stopped?
Neutral
1st gear
2nd gear