Washington Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 01

In this completely free practice test for the Washington 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 Washington Motorcycle Operator 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.


Washington Motorcycle Permit Test - Quiz 01

What is the youngest permitted age for a passenger when motorcycling in Washington state?
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Question 1 of 30

To prevent permanent hearing damage from long-term exposure to engine and wind noise, you should consider using...?
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Question 2 of 30

When you're riding a motorcycle, your arms are mainly used for...?
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Question 3 of 30

Riders who have less than 5 months of experience with their particular motorcycle are involved in what percentage of crashes?
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Question 4 of 30

In a study of 360 riders who crashed while wearing helmets, how many blamed poor visibility caused by the helmet for their crash?
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Question 5 of 30

Washington State law requires that the handlebars of your motorcycle are not more than...?
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Question 6 of 30

If you're involved in a motorcycle crash, you have a 20% likelihood of...?
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Question 7 of 30

You're checking your motorcycle when you notice that the sprockets are worn. You should...?
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Question 8 of 30

In what circumstances should you roll off the throttle when gear shifting?
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Question 9 of 30

You shouldn't be able to push your motorcycle forward or back with...?
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Question 10 of 30

When riding in Washington State, you must have a horn on your motorcycle which can be heard for at least...?
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Question 11 of 30

Engine braking can be a useful tool; what is it controlled by?
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Question 12 of 30

What fraction of your total stopping power does your front brake provide?
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Question 13 of 30

The engine cut-off switch on a motorcycle can be found...?
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Question 14 of 30

Why does your motorcycle need more frequent attention than your car?
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Question 15 of 30

All operators and passengers of motorcycles in Washington State must wear a helmet unless...?
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Question 16 of 30

For your motorcycle to be a good fit for you, you should be able to...?
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Question 17 of 30

The most valuable resource you have when getting to know a new motorcycle is...?
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Question 18 of 30

Why is it nearly always wrong to call a motorcycle crash an accident?
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Question 19 of 30

Leaving your jacket off in warm weather opens you to the possibility of...?
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Question 20 of 30

The maximum number of headlights a motorcycle may have in Washington State is...?
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Question 21 of 30

To prevent accidental over
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Question 22 of 30

If you ride without a helmet and are in a crash, the chances of your being killed are how much greater?
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Question 23 of 30

As you ride your motorcycle, you should be scanning your path ahead up to the point where you will be...?
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Question 24 of 30

A properly adjusted mirror should show...?
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Question 25 of 30

The best protection against everything you might face when motorcycling is which of these?
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Question 26 of 30

You should reject any helmet offered to you if it has...?
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Question 27 of 30

In Washington State, your motorcycle must have a pair of mirrors which give a clear view to the rear of at least...?
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Question 28 of 30

Where would you find neutral in a typical motorcycle gear box?
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Question 29 of 30

A rain suit might tear apart or balloon up at high speeds unless it is...?
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Question 30 of 30