Washington Motorcycle Permit Practice Test #16

1. You are especially in danger when being passed by large vehicles because:

their drivers are often tired from working long hours.
large vehicles tend to swerve into your lane.
large vehicles cannot accelerate as fast as motorcycles.
large blasts of wind can affect your control.

2. Remind your passenger to tighten his or her hold when you:

are about to turn sharply.
approach surface hazards.
All the other answers are correct.
are about to start from a stop.

3. The best way to carry cargo on a motorcycle is to:

fasten the load securely with elastic cords.
distribute the load evenly.
keep the load low.
All of the above.

4. What checks should you perform on your tires before riding?

Cuts, bulges or punctures of foreign objects.
Tread condition.
Tire pressure.
All of the above.

5. You should adjust your side mirrors:

at a designated service center.
while riding your motorcycle.
before mounting your motorcycle.
before starting your motorcycle.

6. When you make a turn you should:

All the other answers are correct.
look through the turn to where you want to go.
maintain steady speed or accelerate gradually.
roll on the throttle through the turn.

7. In the 'Evaluate' step of the SEE strategy, you must have a plan to reduce risks, particularly when faced with:

potholes, guardrails, bridges.
vehicles that may move into your path.
traffic signals and warning signs.
All of the above.

8. You can initiate a swerve by:

downshifting gears.
applying the rear brake.
pressing the handgrip of the opposite direction you want to swerve.
pressing the handgrip of the direction you want to swerve.

9. Wearing a face shield while riding:

is the best form of face and eye protection.
is a legal requirement for riders under the age of 21.
is less effective than wearing glasses.
is prohibited at night.

10. When riding in a group, a beginner rider should be positioned:

WASHINGTON MOTORCYCLE PERMIT PRACTICE TEST