2024 New York Motorcycle Permit Test 3
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in New York 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 New York please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/new-york/motorcycle.
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16. The clothing you wear while riding should protect you from all of the following, except:
Explanation
The clothes you wear when riding a motorcycle should protect you from sunburn, windburn, rain, dehydration, cold, and parts of the motorcycle. Your clothing should provide you with additional protection in the case of a crash.
17. The center portion of a lane usually contains an oily strip. This part of the lane is:
Explanation
Oily drippings from cars collect in a strip in the center of a traffic lane. Unless the road is wet, this area will generally still provide enough traction for motorcyclists to ride safely. Because the strip is usually no more than two feet wide, it is often possible to ride to one side of the strip and still be in the center portion of the lane.
18. When it starts to rain, it is usually best to:
Explanation
The center of a lane can be especially hazardous when wet. When it begins to rain, avoid the center of the road by riding in the tire tracks left by cars. The left tire track is often the best option.
19. To lean a motorcycle when making a turn, you should:
Explanation
To turn, a motorcycle must lean. To make the motorcycle lean, press on the handgrip in the direction of the turn.
20. If your motorcycle starts to wobble, you should:
Explanation
