NYS Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 04

In this completely free practice test for the New York Motorcycle License, you’ll find 30 multiple choice questions designed to assess your knowledge of motorcycle driving, road rules, and traffic signs, all of which are explained in the New York Motorcycle Manual. If you are unable to obtain a passing score on this test, review the operator’s handbook until you feel confident that you know the material.


New York Motorcycle Permit Test - Quiz 04

You see in your mirrors that the person behind you in a group is falling back. What should you do?
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Question 1 of 30

Something thrown from a car smears your face protection. What should you do?
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Question 2 of 30

In wet weather, the best lane position is often...?
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Question 3 of 30

You should adjust your mirrors and headlights when carrying a passenger...?
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Question 4 of 30

How many drinks does it take adversely to affect your riding performance?
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Question 5 of 30

The job of the leader in a group of riders is principally...?
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Question 6 of 30

40% of riders killed in motorcycle crashes had alcohol in their systems, but how many were over the legal blood-alcohol concentration limit?
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Question 7 of 30

The engine overheating and seizing will usually be down to...?
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Question 8 of 30

Your passengers should only board your motorcycle...?
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Question 9 of 30

If you have three drinks in one hour, at the end of that hour you will have how many drinks (minimum) in your system?
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Question 10 of 30

If incorrectly mounted, tank bags may interfere with...?
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Question 11 of 30

Riding in a group in staggered formation, the gap between riders #5 and #2 should be...?
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Question 12 of 30

If you experience wobble, which of these should you not do?
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Question 13 of 30

At regular intervals when riding with a load, you should check it is secure...?
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Question 14 of 30

If you have a front tire flat, your first indication will usually be...?
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Question 15 of 30

You are forced to cross a wide patch of ice. Which of these is your best option?
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Question 16 of 30

If you don't load your saddlebags evenly, you are risking...?
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Question 17 of 30

When carrying a passenger you should...?
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Question 18 of 30

In the USA, how many motorcyclists are killed each year in crashes involving alcohol or drugs?
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Question 19 of 30

A group should switch from staggered formation to single file when...?
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Question 20 of 30

When carrying a passenger, it is paramount that you...?
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Question 21 of 30

The maximum safe number for a group of riders is...?
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Question 22 of 30

If you refuse to accept a chemical test for drugs from a New York State police officer, you can expect a ban for...?
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Question 23 of 30

A load on a motorcycle is safest when it's...?
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Question 24 of 30

You're riding a set of rain grooves when you feel your motorcycle start to weave. How should you react?
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Question 25 of 30

Which of these is the best way to stop yourself being thrown from your motorcycle if you're forced to ride over an object?
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Question 26 of 30

You are approaching a railroad track which runs at 45° across your road. How should you deal with it?
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Question 27 of 30

Your group should ride 2 abreast when...?
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Question 28 of 30

If you have to brake when you have a flat tire, you should...?
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Question 29 of 30

Your passenger can hold onto any of these for security, except...?
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Question 30 of 30