NJ Motorcycle Test 04

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New Jersey Motorcycle Practice Test 04

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You should monitor and follow the pace set by...?

The leader

The least experienced rider

The last rider

The rider directly behind you

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In a group, inexperienced riders should be placed...?

Behind the leader

At the very back

In front of the last rider

In the middle

3 / 30

When passing another vehicle, a group of riders should do so...?

As a whole group

In pairs

In groups of 3

One at a time

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You are giving a right to a very experienced motorcyclist. You should give them...?

No instruction at all

Complete instructions on behavior

A chance to ask any questions

Basic instructions on behavior

5 / 30

You should tell your passenger they can talk...?

Any of these

Only if you're going under 30 mph

Only if it is urgent

Only if you're going straight

6 / 30

Where should you instruct your passenger to look in turns and curves?

At the back of your neck

At the handlebars

At the tarmac

Over your shoulder into the curve

7 / 30

Which of these should you check at least weekly?

Tire wear

Fasteners

Chain oil

All of them

8 / 30

If you've taken an illegal drug it's acceptable to ride a motorcycle...?

If it's not an hallucinogenic

Never

If it's not a stimulant

If you feel all right

9 / 30

A passenger should wear...?

At least a helmet and gloves

At least a helmet and jacket

Exactly the same protective gear as you

At least a jacket and gloves

10 / 30

Your motorcycle should not move at all when you push it with...?

The front brake applied on its own

Both brakes applied

All of these

The rear brake applied on its own

11 / 30

You should instruct your passenger to lean...?

At an opposite angle to you

At a steeper angle than you

At the same angle as you

Not at all

12 / 30

What's the best way to check on the security of your load when travelling?

Stop, get off and check

Listen out for flapping noises

Make visual checks in your mirror

Feel behind you occasionally

13 / 30

If you don't have a proper set of passenger foot pegs, the passenger...?

Can put their feet on the muffler

Shouldn't be carried

Can share yours

Can put their feet on the seat

14 / 30

Your riding will be impaired if...?

You have any alcohol in your system at all

You are not used to drinking alcohol

You are over the legal blood-alcohol concentration

All of these

15 / 30

A passenger should mount the motorcycle...?

Once you're on board with the engine running

Before you board with the engine running

Once you're on board with the engine off

Before you board with the engine off

16 / 30

The extra weight of a passenger or luggage can affect...?

All of these

Braking

Balance

Steering

17 / 30

If you're travelling long-distance, you should consider...?

Being careful with hydration

All of these

Taking regular breaks

Keeping warm

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To carry a passenger, the seat must be big enough that...?

You don't have to sit further forward than usual

You don't have to squash together

The passenger doesn't hang over the back

All of these

19 / 30

When you are first awarded your motorcycle endorsement, you should consider initially sticking to a motorcycle...?

Less than 500 cc

Less than 750 cc

Less than 250 cc

Less than 150 cc

20 / 30

Alcohol will start to affect your judgment and skill after...?

Two drinks

Four drinks

Three drinks

One drink

21 / 30

The best way to secure a load on a motorcycle is with...?

Stout twine

Chains

Elastic cords

Canvas webbing

22 / 30

Under New Jersey law, your handlebars are not allowed to extend...?

Above the crown of your head

Above your elbows

Above shoulder height

Above your eye line

23 / 30

To avoid the effects of fatigue you should not try to ride more than...?

500 miles a day

400 miles a day

200 miles a day

300 miles a day

24 / 30

You can only talk to another rider in your group...?

When stopped

When you're on the freeway

When the highway is clear

When you are in adjoining lanes

25 / 30

What's the maximum size for a group of riders?

26 / 30

Loading saddlebags unevenly can cause...?

Damage to the saddlebags

Damage to your load

Tire wear

Drift to one side

27 / 30

The most important principle to remember when carrying a load is that it should be...?

As far back and as low as possible

As far forward and as high as possible

As far forward and as low as possible

As far back and as high as possible

28 / 30

If a dog appears intent on attacking you, you should slow down and...?

Accelerate away as you reach it

Kick it away as you pass

Ride past it slowly

Blast your horn loudly as you reach it

29 / 30

How many motorcyclists are injured each year in crashes in New Jersey?

2000

500

1000

1500

30 / 30

In a staggered formation, the second rider will be...?

In the center of the lane

On the left of the lane

On the right of the lane

Wherever the lead rider is

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Tips for Passing the NJ Motorcycle Permit Test

Even with the best preparation, it’s important to keep a few test-day tips in mind:

Arrive Early

Give yourself plenty of time to check in, gather your thoughts, and settle in before the test begins.

Read Each Question Carefully

Don’t rush. Take your time to fully understand each question and all available options.

Eliminate Obvious This Isn’t English Choices

Narrowing down your options increases your odds of selecting the correct answer if you’re unsure.

Stay Calm

Remember, you’ve put in the work. Trust your preparation and approach each question with confidence.