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Safe riding requires knowledge and skill. To earn your motorcycle license in Pennsylvania, you must pass both a knowledge test and on-cycle skills test. Knowledge test questions are based on information in the Pennsylvania Motorcycle Manual. They require that you know and understand road rules and safe riding practices. The Pennsylvania DMV motorcycle test consists of 20 questions, and you'll need at least 16 correct answers to pass (80%).
1.
You should make a special point of
using your mirror(s):
All the other answers are correct.
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before you change lanes.
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before you slow down.
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when you are stopped at an
intersection.
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2.
You should ______ while
stopped at intersections.
remain in third gear
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remain in second gear
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remain in first gear
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remain in neutral
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3.
You motorcycle will lurch:
if you roll off the throttle as you
squeeze the clutch lever.
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when you squeeze the front brake
smoothly.
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if you are not riding slowly
enough when you shift into a lower
gear.
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every time you downshift.
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4.
To deal with a sticky throttle on your motorcyle, you should first:
apply the front brake.
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operate the
engine cut-off switch.
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twist the throttle back and forth
several times.
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apply the rear brake.
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5.
The best face protection is provided by:
a windshield.
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a face shield.
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government-approved glasses.
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goggles.
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6.
If your motorcycle starts to wobble:
Grip the handlebars firmly and close the throttle gradually.
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Downshift.
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Accelerate out of the wobble.
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Use the brakes gradually.
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7.
In slow tight turns:
lean with the motorcycle.
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lean the motorcycle only and keep your body straight.
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increase your speed.
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sit as far back as possible.
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8.
By "choosing the best lane position" you:
are not in a blind spot.
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avoid road hazards.
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maximize the space cushion around you.
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All of the above.
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9.
Which of the following is important for riding safely on slippery surfaces?
Leaning back
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Avoiding sudden moves
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Holding in the clutch
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Maintaining or increasing your speed
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10.
When you ride with passengers, you should:
ride a little slower.
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start slowing earlier as you approach a stop.
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increase your following distance.
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All the other answers are correct.
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