Arizona DMV Motorcycle Test #17 - AZ Motorcycle Permit Test

1. You are approaching a turn and need to change gears. When should you change gears?

Before entering the turn
After entering the turn
During the turn
At any point before, after, or during the turn

2. Handlebars should be adjusted so:

your hands are even with or below your elbows.
you can lock the rear brake more easily.
All the other answers are correct.
you can keep your arms straight.

3. As you prepare for your ride, tell your passenger to:

wear a seat belt.
All the other answers are correct.
keep their legs close to the muffler(s).
hold firmly onto your waist, hips, belt or passenger handholds.

4. Which of the following statements about riding downhill is false?

Start slowing early.
Motorcycles tend to pick up speed.
Increase your speed when riding downhill.
The amount of braking force required to stop increases.

5. When changing lanes on a multi-lane road, always remember to check the lane next to you and:

6. You should check your tires:

once a year.
once a week.
once a month.
every time you ride your motorcycle.

7. If you are chased by a dog:

stop until the animal loses interest.
kick it away.
approach the animal slowly, then speed up.
swerve around the animal.

8. When passing parked cars, you must watch for:

doors opening in your path.
people stepping from between cars.
drivers getting out of cars.
All of the above.

9. When riding at night you should:

reduce your speed.
use your high-beam light, if possible.
increase the following distance.
All of the above.

10. Riders in a staggered formation should pass:

in a group no larger than two or three riders.
in a staggered formation.
one at a time.
in reverse order.

ARIZONA DMV MOTORCYCLE TEST