Massachusetts Motorcycle Test 04

The Massachusetts motorcycle permit test may seem daunting at first glance, but with proper preparation and practice, you can pass with flying colors. Remember always to follow safety guidelines and stay alert while on the road. With your motorcycle permit, you’ll be well on your way to unlocking the open road and experiencing the freedom of riding a motorcycle.

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Massachusetts Motorcycle Practice Test 04

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A stop line is...?

A solid yellow line

A dotted white line

A dotted yellow line

A solid white line

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Which of these always have right of way over you, no matter what the circumstances?

All of them

A horse-drawn carriage

A funeral procession

A cow being led on the road

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If you experience a front tire failure, you should...?

Shift your weight forward

Remain in the center of the seat

Lean towards the nearest curb

Shift your weight backward

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If you come across a school bus with its red light flashing and stop sign extended, you must stop...?

Unless there is a whole spare lane outside it

If there is not enough space to overtake

Without question

If it is on your side of the road

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If the red lights on a railroad crossing are flashing, how far away from the crossing must you stop, minimum?

10 feet

5 feet

25 feet

15 feet

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The most likely cause of chain failure will be...?

Poor maintenance

Manufacturing fault

Excessive acceleration

Road debris

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A broken yellow lane line...?

Indicates a passing lane

Separates traffic going in opposite directions

Separates traffic going in the same direction

Indicates no passing allowed

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The maximum prison term for riding with a blood alcohol concentration in excess of .08% as a first offence is...?

6 months

18 months

2 1/2 years

2 years

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A white diamond in a lane can mean...?

Bicycle only

Bus only

Any of these

High occupancy vehicle only

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If you experience wobble, you must not...?

Do any of these things

Try to accelerate out of it

Fight against it with the handlebars

Apply the brakes

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Which of these drinks contains half an ounce of alcohol (enough to increase your blood alcohol concentration by.02%)?

1 ounce of 80 proof liquor

A 12 ounce beer

4 ounce glass of wine

They all do

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You may only enter an intersection if...?

You can see a clear exit

Traffic is pressing from behind

You can see a way to pass other traffic

The cars ahead are moving

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Pedestrians have right of way...?

On crosswalks

When crossing a driveway

When lights are red

At all times

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If you are riding long-distance, you should stop at a minimum...?

Every 2 hours or 100 miles

Every 4 hours or 300 miles

Every hour or 50 miles

Every 3 hours or 200 miles

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If you come up on a trolley letting passengers on or off, you must not drive any closer to the passenger step than...?

6 feet

8 feet

12 feet

4 feet

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Your Massachusetts driver's license will automatically be suspended for between one and five years if you are convicted of a drug offence...?

Any of these

In Massachusetts, not involving a motor vehicle

In another state, involving a motor vehicle

In another state, not involving a motor vehicle

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When riding on the highway, you should signal your exit...?

At least 500 feet in advance

At least 300 yards in advance

At least 500 yards in advance

At least 250 feet in advance

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You may not cross a solid white lane line unless...?

You must to reach an exit

There is no other traffic

You're making a pass

You're avoiding a hazard

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At a 4 way intersection controlled by stop signs, you must yield right-of-way to...?

Anyone who is coming from your right

Anyone who has already come to a complete stop

Anyone who has already joined the intersection

All of these

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A railroad crossing sign is what shape?

Circular

Vertical rectangular

Horizontal rectangular

Triangular

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You are riding along a road with double solid yellow lane lines. You must not cross the lines unless...?

Traffic in your lane is stationary

Pulling out to turn right

Turning left

Passing

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If you are under 21 years of age, you will have your operator's license seized if you are riding with a blood alcohol concentration of more than...?

0.02%

0.04%

0.05%

0.03%

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When entering the highway, who holds the right of way?

The motorcyclist

The faster vehicle

The person already on the highway

The person in the middle lane

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The best way to avoid engine seizure is...?

Regularly check your antifreeze

Regularly check your oil

Regularly check your suspension settings

Regularly check your chain tension

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If you are caught driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs for a 3rd time, you maybe subject to a fine of not less than $1000, a jail term of not less than 150 days and a license suspension of...?

4 years

8 years

2 years

18 months

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You should dispose of used motor oil and transmission fluid...?

At the shop where you bought it

Down storm drains

At the municipal tip

Sealed in your normal garbage

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You should always use the right lane if there is more than one lane unless...?

You are making a pass

Any of these

The right lane is blocked

You are turning left

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You can turn right at a red light provided...?

You have given right of way to pedestrians and other vehicles

It is clearly safe to do so

All of these

You have come to a complete stop beforehand

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If you have a stuck throttle which you cannot release, you should immediately apply...?

The clutch and the engine cut-off

Both brakes together

The engine cut-off and the fuel supply valve

The clutch and the front brake

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If you suffer engine seizure, you should...?

Restart immediately

Give it 5 minutes before attempting to restart

Give it 3 hours before attempting to restart

Let it cool down completely before attempting to restart

Your score is

How to Use the Massachusetts Motorcycle Permit Practice Test

Step 1. Set Aside Study Time

Commit to studying by carving out dedicated time in your schedule. Use the Motorcycle Operator’s Manual to build a strong knowledge base before tackling the practice test.

Step 2. Take the Practice Test Seriously

Treat the practice test like the actual exam. Avoid distractions, time yourself, and aim to understand each question and answer comprehensively.

Step 3. Review Explanations and Re-Test

One of the most significant advantages of the practice test is the detailed explanations provided for each question. If you miss a question, review the explanation carefully and use it as an opportunity to learn. Once you’ve reviewed it, retake the practice test to track your improvement.

Step 4. Aim for a Passing Score

Your goal is a passing score—typically 80% or better. If you’re consistently reaching or exceeding this benchmark on the practice test, you can rest assured you’re ready for the real deal!