2024 Minnesota Motorcycle Permit Test 9
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Minnesota 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 Minnesota please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/minnesota/motorcycle.
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33. What does this hand signal mean?
Explanation
Instead of or in addition to mechanical turn signals, operators may use hand signals to indicate turns or stops. If an operator's left arm is bent at the elbow and pointing downward, it means the operator plans to slow down or stop.
34. Successful motorcyclists know they are safest when they are:
Explanation
Successful motorcyclists know that they are safest when they are clearly seen by other road users. Use your headlight, brake light, signals, and lane position to maximize your visibility.
35. Which of the following is true?
Explanation
The front brake of a motorcycle is more powerful than the rear one, providing at least 70 percent of the total stopping power. Always use both brakes any time you slow or stop.
36. If the front wheel locks, you should:
Explanation
If your front wheel locks, immediately and completely release the front brake. Re-apply the brake smoothly.
37. Common drugs, such as cold tablets:
Explanation
Almost all drugs, including over-the-counter medications, have the potential to impact the abilities you need to ride safely. Make sure you understand the side effects of any drug before combining it with riding.
38. How can you discourage another vehicle from sharing your lane?
Explanation
To discourage automobile drivers from trying to share your lane, ride in the center portion of the lane.
39. During your pre-ride inspection, you should check all of the following, except the:
Explanation
Before setting off on any ride, you should do a thorough check of your motorcycle. Inspect the tires, oil and fluid levels, headlight, tail light, turn signals, brake light, clutch and throttle, mirrors, brakes, and horn.
40. To increase your visibility, you should:
Explanation