Motorcycle Permit Practice Test New York #5

1. Wear ___________ clothing to increase your chances of being seen.

brightly-colored or reflective
comfortable
colorful
leather

2. If a tire goes flat while riding, and you must brake, you should:

apply both brakes evenly.
gradually apply the brake of the tire that is not flat.
rise slightly off the seat.
apply the brake of the flat tire.

3. If the rear tire goes flat while riding:

apply the rear brake first.
apply the rear brake firmly.
gradually apply the front brake.
apply both brakes at the same time.

4. When you are preparing to slow down, you should check:

the gauges on your motorcycle.
to make sure your bike is in neutral before you stop.
to your left and right.
if there is traffic behind you.

5. Why is maintaining a space cushion important?

It gives you space to maneuver.
It gives you time to react.
It gives you time to correct your mistakes.
All of the above.

6. The front brake is operated by ________________ .

7. Motorcycle passengers must have their own:

All the other answers are correct.
seat.
footpegs.
helmet.

8. The best way to prevent and overcome fatigue while riding is to:

get used to riding more than eight hours a day.
drink coffee at least every two hours.
take frequent rest breaks.
avoid using windshields.

9. When parking at the roadside, park:

with your front wheel touching the curb.
with your rear wheel touching the curb.
parallel to the curb.
on the curb.

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

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