2024 Virginia Motorcycle Permit Test 8

The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Virginia when getting your motorcycle learners.. Read More

The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Virginia 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 Virginia please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/virginia/motorcycle.

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11. Mirrors on motorcycles:

Explanation
The mirrors of motorcycles have blind spots, just like those of cars. Always turn your head to check your blind spot before changing lanes.

12. When riding ________, you are facing the greatest potential for conflict between you and other vehicles.

Explanation
Intersections present the greatest potential for conflict between motorcycles and other vehicles. When approaching an intersection, be sure you are riding in a lane position that makes you most visible to other road users.

13. Most motorcycle/automobile accidents occur:

Explanation
Most collisions between motorcycles and automobiles take place at intersections. The most common cause of these accidents is the automobile operator failing to properly yield the right-of-way to the motorcyclist.

14. If possible, do not ride directly next to another vehicle because:

Explanation
Riding directly alongside another vehicle is dangerous because you may be in the vehicle's blind spot and the driver will not know you are there. Additionally, the vehicle may block your route of escape if any hazards should arise.

15. In which of the following situations should you increase your following distance to four seconds?

Explanation
While a three-second following distance is generally recommended, you should increase your following distance to four seconds if riding under conditions that may create longer stopping distances than usual. When the road is slippery, increase your following distance.
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