Maine Motorcycle Test 04

Your permit isn’t just a formality—it’s a commitment to safe riding. Maine’s laws are designed to protect both riders and other motorists, so having a solid grasp of these rules is critical. You’re enhancing your chances of passing the test and building the foundation of your skills as a responsible rider.

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Maine Motorcycle Practice Test 04

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Usually the first warning you have of a flat tire is...?

A soft hiss

Sudden acceleration

A loud bang

Handling changes

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The majority of riders involved in crashes made which of these mistakes?

Not enough of both brakes

Too much of both brakes

Too much rear brake, not enough front brake

Too much front brake, not enough rear brake

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When riding in a group, you should park...?

Together

Facing head in

In alternate spaces

Far apart

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The most sensible thing to do if going to meet friends at a bar where you want to drink is...?

To only drink one drink per hour

To leave your motorcycle home

To only drink beer, not hard liquor

To eat a large meal before setting out

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The best way to cross a bridge grating is to...?

Accelerate to overcome weave

Relax and maintain normal course

Turn to ride with the line of the grating

Brake to overcome weave

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The most important rules for group riding that there should be no...?

Passing

Competition

Any of these

Tailgating

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You've loaded your motorcycle for a camping trip. You must be aware that your stopping distance will be...?

Decreased

It depends on conditions

Increased

The same

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If something hits you which cracks or smears your eye protection, you should...?

Remove your eye protection and keep going

Wipe it off with your glove and keep going

Pull over as soon as possible to fix it

Fix it at your next scheduled rest stop

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What percentage of fatal motorcycle crashes involve a rider who has been drinking?

40%

15%

30%

20%

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When you need to apply maximum straight line braking, you should...?

Lean your weight slightly forward

Lean your weight well back

Keep your weight centered

Lean your weight well forward

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To carry a passenger, your motorcycle should have...?

All of these

Passenger handholds

A proper seat

Passenger foot pegs

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If you're going to carry a passenger, you should adjust...?

Your tire pressures

Your headlight angle

Your suspension settings

All of these

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Which of these drinks is the worst for raising your blood alcohol concentration?

Wine

Beer

It depends on quantity

Vodka

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The chief cause of motorcycle crashes in curves which do not involve another vehicle is ...?

Entering too fast

Accelerating too hard

Entering too slow

Braking too hard

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You are riding along a straight road when a pedestrian steps out in front of you. As you break the rear wheel locks. What should you do?

Pump the rear brake several times

Release the rear brake halfway then reapply

Leave it locked until you've stopped

Release the rear brake completely

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If you have to brake when going round the curve, you must bear in mind that you will have...?

Less traction at the rear wheel, more traction at the front wheel

More traction at both wheels

Less traction at the front wheel, more at the rear wheel

Less traction at both wheels

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If you develop a wobble when carrying a heavy load, you should shift the weight...?

Lower and further back

Lower and further forward

Higher and further back

Higher and further forward

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When approaching a railroad track which runs at a 45° angle across your path, you should...?

Turn to meet it at 60°

Turn to meet it at 90°

Maintain your course

Speed up to fly over it

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The sweep rider's main task in a group ride is...?

To set the pace

To lead the group when passing

To lead the group round curves

To shepherd stragglers

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Releasing a locked rear wheel can result in a highside crash if...?

You release the front brake

Your wheels are out of alignment

You are in the wrong gear

You keep the front brake on

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Which person in a group of riders should know the entire route planned and have maps for it?

The sweep rider

The lead rider and the sweep rider

The lead rider

Everyone

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In a staggered formation riding in a group, #4 rider should be how many seconds behind the leader?

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As you approach an unavoidable obstacle in the road, you should roll on the throttle slightly in order to...?

Lighten the rear end

Lighten the front end

Jump the obstacle

Smash through the obstacle

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You should only ride alongside another rider in your group if...?

You should never do this

You're passing them

There is heavy traffic

You want to talk to them

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You should use your high beam headlights at all times at night except when...?

Riding on empty roads

Riding in a business district

Approaching another road user

Riding on a well lit freeway

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Loads on a motorcycle should be fastened with...?

Elastic cords

Stout rope

Cable ties

String

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Your following distance at night should be at least...?

2 seconds

1.5 seconds

4 seconds

3 seconds

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You have had five 12 ounce cans of beer in 2 hours. At an absolute minimum, how long should you wait before riding?

2 hours

5 hours

1 hour

3 hours

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How many motorcyclists are seriously injured each year in the USA in crashes involving abuse of substances?

40,000

25,000

15,000

50,000

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Not keeping your engine oil topped up can result in...?

Snapped clutch

Brake failure

Stuck throttle

Engine seizure

Your score is

Tips for Passing Your Maine Motorcycle Permit Test

Preparation goes beyond practice tests. Follow these additional tips to set yourself up for success on test day!

Study the Handbook

The Maine Motorcycle Operator’s Manual contains everything you need to know. Make it your go-to resource for studying the rules, signs, and best practices.

Take Your Time

During the test, read each question carefully. Don’t rush—it’s important to fully understand what’s being asked before answering.

Arrive Prepared

Bring the required documents and arrive early on test day to avoid unnecessary stress.

Stay Calm

Relax and trust your preparation. Remember, practice tests have given you the knowledge and confidence to excel.