Delaware Motorcycle Test 01

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Delaware Motorcycle Practice Test 01

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What is the minimum liability insurance you must carry in Delaware to cover passengers?

$30,000

$10,000

$20,000

$15,000

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What makes riding a motorcycle more challenging than driving a car?

On a motorcycle road positioning is more varied

On a motorcycle you have to have good balance

Motorcycles react faster to your input

All of these factors

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When riding on a temporary motorcycle learner's permit, you may not?

Ride on the interstate

Carry passengers

Do any of these things

Ride between sunset and sunrise

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In all crashes, at any speed, how much more likely are you to live after a motorcycle crash in which you receive a head injury if you are wearing a helmet?

4 times

2 times

The odds are the same

3 times

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Helmets are compulsory for riding in Delaware up to what age?

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20% of motorcycle crashes result in?

Head and neck injuries

Shoulder injuries

Leg injuries

Foot injuries

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What's the most important thing for the soles of your motorcycle footwear?

They should be thick

They should be rubber

They should be colored

They should be nonslip

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For a motorcycle to fit you, when you are seated on it?

One foot should be on the ground and you should be able to reach the controls by stretching

One foot should be on the ground and you should be able to reach the controls comfortably

Both feet should be on the ground and you should be able to reach the controls with your arms outstretched

Both feet should be on the ground and you should be comfortably able to reach the controls

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If you are over 19 years of age in Delaware, when riding you must?

Be wearing some form of headgear

Have a helmet in your possession

Be wearing a helmet

Have proof that you own a helmet

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How many times can you extend your Delaware temporary motorcycle learner's permit?

4 times

Once

As many times as you like

Twice

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What's the best way to protect your eyes and face when riding?

Motorcycle goggles and a high collared jacket

Sunglasses and a ski mask

Shatter-resistant plastic face shield

Eyeglasses and a bandanna

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What should your motorcycle have in terms of mirrors, at a minimum?

Left mirror

Both left and right mirrors

Right mirror

At least one mirror, either left or right

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Your helmet is almost useless as protection if?

It doesn't have a face shield

It doesn't have reflective strips

It doesn't have a chin bar

You don't have it fastened

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When should you not bother with eye protection?

You should always wear eye protection

When not planning to ride over 30 mph

When riding at night

When going on a short ride

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What's the best way of ensuring that riding a motorcycle does not damage your hearing?

Always keeping your face shield down

Wearing a fullface helmet

Wearing earplugs

Use a personal music player when riding

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You should wear a helmet?

Always

In urban environments

For long trips

When planning to ride at high speed

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On a normal motorcycle, where will you find the turn-signal switch?

Under your left thumb

Under your right forefinger

Under your right thumb

Under your left forefinger

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The majority of motorcyclists killed in crashes die from?

Internal trauma

Head or neck injury

Heart failure

Bleeding

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Why should you always wear gloves when riding a motorcycle?

All of these reasons

To keep your hands warm

To give you better grip

For protection in a crash

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A friend gives you an old set of golfing waterproofs to keep you dry when riding. Why should you politely decline them?

They can't keep the rain out on a motorcycle

They don't have any crash protection

They could rip at high speeds

They make you look like an amateur

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If you are unlucky enough to be involved in a crash, statistically it will most likely be?

Once you've got over 30 mph

When you're taking a curve

Within 5 miles of your starting point

When you've been riding for more than an hour

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Motorcyclists who have been riding their motorcycle for five months or less are responsible for what proportion of crashes?

Less than a tenth

More than three quarters

Less than a quarter

More than half

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The most common crash speed is less than 30 mph. At that speed, what effect does a helmet have on the number and severity of head injuries compared to riding bareheaded?

They are halved

They are cut by a third

They are cut by a quarter

They are cut by a tenth

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How long is your Delaware temporary motorcycle learner's permit valid for?

3 months

6 months

2 years

1 year

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What should you do to ensure that your helmet does not stop you seeing as far to each side as you need to?

Always use a three-quarter face helmet

Fit larger mirrors on your motorcycle

You don't need to do anything, because it won't

Keep turning your head continuously from side to side

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If you wish to obtain an M endorsement on your Delaware driver's license, you must undertake the Motorcycle Rider Education Course if you are under what age?

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You've just bought a new motorcycle. You should go to your owner's manual?

When you need to activate the warranty

When there is a mechanical problem

If you need to check tire pressures

Before you attempt to ride your motorcycle

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Your rear brake is not functioning. You know that 75% of your braking force comes from the front brake, so you can ride it...?

You should never ride with defective brakes

Until the next service

To the nearest repair shop

As long as you don't exceed 30 mph

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Which of these is not acceptable material for motorcycle jacket?

Synthetic

Leather

Fleece

Canvas

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It's a hot summer day and you go out for a ride wearing just a T-shirt. Apart from serious abrasions when you crash, you are also risking?

Hypothermia

Delirium

Dehydration

Being fined

Your score is

How to Ace the Delaware Motorcycle Permit Practice Test

Riding along Delaware’s scenic coastal roads with the wind in your face and freedom at your fingertips is more than just a dream for motorcycle enthusiasts—it’s a way of life. But before you can hit the open road, there’s one crucial step you need to take: getting your Delaware motorcycle permit.

Whether you’re a first-time rider or want to sharpen your skills, preparing for the Delaware motorcycle permit test is critical to becoming a safe and responsible motorcyclist. The good news? Passing this test is as simple as “1, 2, 3” with the right study tools, including our free online practice test.

This guide will walk you through everything you need to know, from understanding the test’s purpose to using the Delaware Motorcycle Manual and practice tests to set yourself up for success!

Why Take the Delaware Motorcycle Permit Test?

Before we get into preparation tips, it’s essential to understand why the Delaware motorcycle permit test is crucial.

The test assesses your knowledge of motorcycle safety, operational skills, and state traffic laws to ensure you can ride safely and confidently. Motorcycles are inherently less stable than cars and offer less protection, making it all the more important to understand the unique factors that impact safe riding.

What the Permit Allows You to Do

With a Delaware motorcycle permit, you can practice riding under certain restrictions designed to prioritize safety as you gain road experience. Typically, these restrictions include limits on riding during the night and carrying passengers. Once you’ve mastered the basics and feel confident on the road, you can proceed to the entire motorcycle license exam.