2024 Iowa Motorcycle Permit Test 11
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Iowa when getting your motorcycle learners permit. Each motorcycle theory practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for Iowa please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/iowa/motorcycle.
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13. When checking tires before a ride, you should look at all of the following except:
Explanation
Before each ride, you should check the air pressure, tread, and general wear of your tires.
14. A DOT-approved helmet:
Explanation
Wearing a helmet while riding greatly improves your chances of avoiding serious injury to your head or neck in the case of a crash. A DOT-approved helmet will not restrict your vision to the sides.
15. Most crashes occur in broad daylight. To be more visible, you should:
Explanation
Because most crashes happen in broad daylight, you should always wear brightly-colored clothing while riding, even during the day.
16. When passing a vehicle:
Explanation
Passes must be completed within posted speed limits. Only pass where it is safe and legal to do so.
17. If operating a three-wheeled motorcycle or riding with a sidecar, do not ride too far to the right of your lane because:
Explanation
Because a sidecar sits on the right side of a motorcycle, riding too far to the right side of your lane risks the sidecar running off the road. Similarly, on a three-wheeled motorcycle, the rear right wheel may leave the road if you get too close to the right edge.
18. When riding, the best protection for an operator is:
Explanation
