Washington Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 03

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 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 03

If you are riding round a curve with traffic approaching you, a good position to deal with it is...?

a. In the center of your lane

b. Close to the centerline

c. Close to the curb

d. In the gutter

Question 1 of 30

The best way to overcome your blind spot is...?

a. To turn your mirrors as you look in them

b. To turn your head as you look in the mirrors

c. To make a head check

d. To turn your motorcycle slightly

Question 2 of 30

Studies have shown that the majority of riders involved in crashes...?

a. Used too little of both brakes

b. Used too much of both brakes

c. Used too little front brake and too much rear

d. Used too little rear brake and too much front

Question 3 of 30

When you experience 'wobble,' you must not...?

a. Grip the handlebars firmly

b. Close down the throttle

c. Try to accelerate

d. Move your weight forward

Question 4 of 30

If you have to make a sudden swerve in an emergency, you should...?

a. Keep your body upright

b. Keep your knees against the tank

c. Lean the motorcycle in the direction you want to go

d. Do all of these things

Question 5 of 30

When a chain snaps, it's usually down to...?

a. Manufacturing error

b. Poor maintenance

c. Debris damage

d. External temperatures

Question 6 of 30

Pavement is often at its most slippery when...?

a. It is drying out

b. It's been raining for an hour

c. The rain is starting to ease

d. It's just started to rain

Question 7 of 30

If you have to brake on a slippery surface, you should...?

a. Use both brakes

b. Any of these

c. Use front brake only

d. Use rear brake only

Question 8 of 30

You need to cross a trolley track which is running parallel to your course. You should...?

a. Turn away and turn back in at at least 45°

b. Stop and push your motorcycle across

c. Turn away and turn back in at exactly 90°

d. Edge across over 100 yards

Question 9 of 30

If you have to get off the road for an emergency or a rest, you should...?

a. Make sure you signal

b. Do all of these things

c. Park well away from the road

d. Check the condition of the roadside

Question 10 of 30

If you are braking and the front brake locks, you should...?

a. Immediately increase the front brake pressure

b. Immediately release it and leave it off

c. Immediately release it then reapply

d. Immediately increase the rear brake pressure

Question 11 of 30

You should make a special point of using your mirrors...?

a. When stopped at an intersection

b. Before slowing down

c. Before changing lanes

d. In all of these situations

Question 12 of 30

To give a warning to a driver ahead who may be thinking of pulling across you, you should...?

a. Shout loudly

b. Sound a series of beeps on your horn

c. Sound a quick beep on your horn

d. Sound your horn loud and long

Question 13 of 30

If your engine starts to lose power, you should suspect...?

a. Hydraulic fluids are low

b. The chain is slipping

c. It needs oil

d. It's out of gas

Question 14 of 30

If you have a stuck throttle and you can't release it, you should...?

a. Pull in the clutch and operate the engine cut-off switch

b. Apply the rear brake and operate the engine cut-off switch

c. Pull in the clutch and operate the fuel supply valve

d. Apply the front brake and switch off the ignition

Question 15 of 30

It's a useful technique to flash your brake light...?

a. When being tailgated

b. In any of these situations

c. When stopping somewhere that is not obvious

d. When slowing more quickly than might be expected

Question 16 of 30

You see a deer in the road ahead of you. You should...?

a. Aim to pass it on the side near its tail

b. Aim to pass it on the widest open side

c. Slow down and prepare to stop

d. Ride straight at it with horn sounding

Question 17 of 30

Which of these is a likely cause of 'wobble'?

a. Poor road conditions

b. Loose chain

c. Wind blast

d. Incorrect tire pressure

Question 18 of 30

You are riding over a bridge grating when your motorcycle starts to weave. You should...?

a. Keep riding straight across

b. Accelerate hard

c. Ride with your feet down

d. Zigzag with the grating

Question 19 of 30

When riding at night, your following distance should be at least...?

a. 2.5 seconds

b. 3 seconds

c. 2 seconds

d. 4 seconds

Question 20 of 30

When you suspect a flat tire while riding, you should not...?

a. Grip the handgrips firmly

b. Brake

c. Accelerate

d. Pull in the clutch

Question 21 of 30

You have to get to work but there is snow and ice on the roads. Your best option is...?

a. To find alternative transport

b. To lower your tire pressure

c. To ride with your feet down

d. To ride in 1st gear

Question 22 of 30

You may experience a highside crash if you release a locked rear wheel when...?

a. You are on a poor traction surface

b. The wheels are out of alignment

c. You're not in neutral

d. You're taking a curve

Question 23 of 30

At nighttime, you should use your high beam unless...?

a. You are approaching another vehicle

b. You are in a well lit area

c. You are riding on the freeway

d. You are travelling at high speed

Question 24 of 30

The best place to be to improve your line of sight at the beginning of a curve is...?

a. On the inside

b. In the center of your lane

c. Along the center line

d. On the outside

Question 25 of 30

A concrete fence post has fallen from a truck in front and you don't have time to avoid it. You should attempt to hit it at...?

a. 45°

b. 90°

c. 25°

d. 75°

Question 26 of 30

When attempting to employ maximum straight-line breaking, you should keep your body...?

a. Standing on the foot pegs

b. Centered on the motorcycle

c. Leaning well forward

d. Leaning well back

Question 27 of 30

Most of the time, your first warning that you have a flat tire will be...?

a. A change in handling

b. The chain slipping

c. Sudden acceleration

d. A loud bang

Question 28 of 30

If you have to ride over an object, you can lighten the front end of your motorcycle by...?

a. Rolling on the throttle slightly

b. Pulling on the handlebars

c. Throwing your weight backwards

d. Braking hard with the rear brake

Question 29 of 30

When carrying a passenger, you need extra...?

a. Preparation

b. Practice

c. All of these

d. Caution

Question 30 of 30