Georgia Motorcycle Test 02

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Georgia Motorcycle Practice Test 02

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For the purposes of lane discipline, you should split each lane into how many paths?

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You're passing a long vehicle and you want to get through its blind spot as quickly as possible. You are permitted to ride at...?

10 mph over the posted speed limit

The posted speed limit

15 mph over the posted speed limit

5 mph over the posted speed limit

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You should always try to persuade a tailgater to do what?

Back off

Pull over

Race you

Pull in front of you

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Your front brake lever should always be...?

Squeezed

Feathered

Grabbed

Hauled

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It's sensible to ride between rows of stopped cars if...?

It's never sensible

You can see a clear space ahead

The traffic is stationary as far as you can see

If you've been held up for more than 10 minutes

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Which of these is a vital element of crash prevention?

Being highly visible

Riding fast

Intimidating other road users

Riding aggressively

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You should commence a passing maneuver from...?

The right-hand portion of the lane

The center of the lane

The left-hand portion of the lane

Just off your target's left rear wheel

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In a normal turn, your body should be...?

At a lesser lean angle than your motorcycle

At the greatest lean angle you can achieve

At the same lean angle as your motorcycle

At a greater lean angle than your motorcycle

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Why is it desirable to slightly roll on the throttle as you go through a curve?

It gives the brakes something to work against

It helps stabilize your motorcycle

It provides more traction

It gives you speed in hand to get out of trouble

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As you ride you should be searching for hazards along your path of travel for at least the next...?

8 seconds

12 seconds

10 seconds

6 seconds

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Where should you sit on your motorcycle?

As far back as possible

As close to the middle as possible

As far forward as possible

Where you can hold the handlebars with arms bent

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How much should you turn to look at where you want to go in a curve?

Head, eyes and shoulders

Whole upper body

Eyes only

Head and eyes

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How often is an accident really an accident, i.e. at least one party is not to blame at all?

About a quarter of the time

Most of the time

About half the time

Virtually never

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You should try to keep a 'cushion of space' all around your motorcycle because...?

It protects you from wind blast

For all of these reasons

It gives you space to maneuver

It gives you time to react

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What's the chief cause of riders getting into difficulties on curves?

Not braking enough

Braking too hard

Going in too fast

Going in too slow

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If you realize your mirrors aren't adjusted properly, you should...?

Adjust them as you ride along

Pull over and adjust them at once

Make a note to fix them before your next ride

Fix them at your next rest stop

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How often (minimum) should you check your wheels for broken spokes, rust and dents?

Once a week

Once a month

Every 3 months

Once a fortnight

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When a car ahead of you reaches a green light, you should not reach the same point until...?

1.5 seconds have elapsed

2 seconds have elapsed

4 seconds have elapsed

3 seconds have elapsed

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Every time you slow or stop you should try to...?

Use only the rear brake

Use both brakes

Use only front brake

Use only one brake or the other

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You can rely on your rear brake for what percentage of your stopping power?

30%

25%

15%

45%

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Which of these best describes the way you should hold your hand grips?

Lightly

Firmly

Tightly

Fingertips

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The only time you shouldn't lean at the same angle as your motorcycle is when the turn is...?

Slow and wide

Fast and wide

Fast and tight

Slow and tight

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When changing gear riding downhill or shifting into first gear, you may have to...?

Increase your revs

Use your brakes

First shift into neutral

Change several gears at once

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Where should you be particularly careful to change gears smoothly to avoid skidding?

While changing lanes

During a turn

At high speed

Accelerating in a straight line

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At stop lines, traffic signals etc you should...?

Ride up to the rear fender of the vehicle in front

Stay well back from the vehicle in front

Position yourself on the right-hand side of the vehicle in front

Position yourself on the left-hand side of the vehicle in front

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When should you drag your feet when riding a motorcycle?

When riding through heavy traffic

When starting to slow down

In none of these situations

When pulling away from 0 to 5 mph

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When you're riding in traffic, how much stopping distance do you need compared to cars?

The same

A little less

Much less

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When you release the throttle, it should...?

Gently return to closed

Snap to half open

Stay where it is until you twist it

Snap closed at once

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What's the best way to make sure a car driver can see you?

Ride in the area covered by his rearview mirror

Ride alongside his driver's door

Ride in the area covered by his left side view mirror

Ride in the area covered by his right side view mirror

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When you're being passed, your natural instinct might be to move to the left. Why should you not do this?

It makes you look easily intimidated

It might encourage the passing driver to cut back in too quickly

It makes you more vulnerable to wind blast

There is more debris in the left-hand portion of the lane

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How to Prepare for the Georgia Motorcycle Permit Test

Study the Georgia Motorcycle Operator’s Manual

Your study prep should begin with the Georgia Motorcycle Operator’s Manual, available for download from the Georgia DDS website. This manual is your ultimate resource, explaining everything you need to know to pass the written test. Key areas to focus on include:

Safe stopping distances.
Proper signaling while riding.
Motorcycle-specific traffic laws.

Pro Tip: Highlight sections on road signs and rider safety—often featured heavily on the test.

Take Practice Tests

A Georgia motorcycle practice test is one of the most effective ways to prepare. Practice tests mimic the format and content of the actual written exam, allowing you to test your knowledge and get comfortable with the question style.

Benefits of Practice Tests

Identify Weak Points: Practice tests help you pinpoint areas that need improvement before exam day.
Familiarize Yourself with the Format: Knowing what to expect reduces test anxiety.
Boost Your Confidence: Scoring well on practice tests can motivate and reassure you before the official test.

Where to Find Them

There are several free and paid resources online to access a Georgia motorcycle practice test:

Georgia DDS Website: Check their official site for any available practice tests.
Third-Party DMV Websites: www.permit.bike offers free practice tests specific to Georgia.
Mobile Apps: Apps like a permit.bike provides customizable practice tests on the go.

Memorize Traffic Signs and Signals

Many of the motorcycle written test questions revolve around identifying traffic signs and signals. Flashcards can help you quickly memorize what each symbol means. Pay extra attention to signs related to speed limits, caution zones, and motorcycle-specific lane markings.

Learn Safe Riding Techniques

Study how to handle common road scenarios, such as avoiding hazardous surfaces, braking safely, and maneuvering through tight corners. These practical skills are essential for passing the test and ensuring your safety on the road.

Join a Motorcycle Safety Course

Consider enrolling in the Georgia Motorcycle Safety Program (GMSP) for a more hands-on approach. While these courses primarily focus on riding skills, many also include a classroom component covering written test material. Some graduates may even qualify to bypass the written test altogether—check with your local DDS office for eligibility.