2025 Maine Motorcycle Permit Test 16
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Maine 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 Maine please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/maine/motorcycle.
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15. When riding in rain or fog, you should:
Explanation
You should use your low beam headlight when riding in snowy, rainy, or foggy weather. A high beam headlight can reflect off of these conditions and make it more difficult for a rider to see.
16. The best course of action to take if another driver is tailgating you is to:
Explanation
The best way to deal with a tailgater is to get them in front of you. If you can, change lanes and let them pass; otherwise, slow down to encourage them to pass you. Increasing your speed may only result in them continuing to tailgate you at the higher speed.
17. To swerve correctly:
Explanation
To execute a swerve, press the handgrip on the side of your desired turn. Press on the opposite handgrip to return to your original direction after you are clear of the hazard.
18. If you find your motorcycle being chased by a dog, you should:
Explanation
If you are being chased by a dog, downshift and approach it slowly. Then, as you approach the dog, accelerate and leave it behind.
19. When passing parked cars, which part of the lane should you usually use?
Explanation
When passing a row of parked cars, it is often safest to ride in the left portion of your lane. Riding in the left portion will keep you farthest from any opening car doors, people stepping out from between cars, and cars pulling out of parking spaces.
20. In a slow, tight turn, you should:
Explanation
In a normal turn, the motorcycle and rider should lean together. However, in a slow, tight turn, the motorcycle should lean while the rider keeps their body straight up to counterbalance.
21. To be effective, an eye or face shield must:
Explanation
