West Virginia Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 01

In this completely free practice test for the West Virginia 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 West Virginia 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.

West Virginia Motorcycle Permit Test - Quiz 01

You should choose motorcycle clothing which provides you with...?

a. All of these things

b. Comfort

c. Heat/cold protection

d. Crash protection

Question 1 of 30

The best material for a motorcycle jacket in terms of protection is...?

a. Leather

b. Denim

c. Synthetic

d. PVC

Question 2 of 30

The majority of serious and fatal injuries to motorcyclists are caused by...?

a. Hemorrhaging

b. Stomach trauma

c. Chest trauma

d. Head and neck injury

Question 3 of 30

To operate the front brake on a motorcycle, you would use...?

a. Your left hand

b. Your right foot

c. Your left foot

d. Your right hand

Question 4 of 30

A helmet is potentially useless if you don't...?

a. Polish it regularly

b. Fasten it

c. Put reflective material on it

d. Close the face shield

Question 5 of 30

Hydraulic fluids and coolant should be checked, at a minimum...?

a. Every fortnight

b. At every service

c. Every month

d. Every week

Question 6 of 30

You should adjust your mirrors...?

a. When riding at low speed

b. Standing by your motorcycle before starting

c. Once you've reached more than 30 mph

d. Sitting on your motorcycle before starting

Question 7 of 30

Motorcycle boots should at least cover...?

a. Your heels

b. Your calves

c. Your ankles

d. Your knees

Question 8 of 30

To operate the horn on a motorcycle you would use...?

a. The left thumb

b. The right thumb

c. The right forefinger

d. The left pinky

Question 9 of 30

The best place to discover a fault on your motorcycle is...?

a. In your garage

b. Before leaving town

c. Before reaching the freeway

d. Before leaving your street

Question 10 of 30

You shouldn't be able to push your motorcycle forward or back when you apply...?

a. Both brakes together

b. Your front brake

c. Your rear brake

d. Any of these

Question 11 of 30

Statistically, you're most likely to be involved in a crash...?

a. When you've been riding more than 2 hours

b. Within an hour of starting out

c. Within 10 minutes of starting out

d. Within half an hour starting out

Question 12 of 30

The most important thing to consider when choosing your motorcycle gear is...?

a. Brand

b. Color

c. Price

d. Protection

Question 13 of 30

If you lend your motorcycle to friends, you should make sure...?

a. They know how to ride

b. All of these things

c. They have an appropriate license

d. They are familiar with your motorcycle

Question 14 of 30

To be a decent fit for you, when sitting on a motorcycle you must be able to...?

a. Get your right foot on the ground

b. Get your left foot on the ground

c. Get both feet on the ground

d. Any of these

Question 15 of 30

Under which of these circumstances will an approved helmet prevent you seeing as far to the side as is necessary?

a. Heavy traffic

b. Thick mist

c. None of them

d. Heavy rain

Question 16 of 30

Your brake light should be activated by...?

a. All of these

b. Your front brake lever

c. Both brake controls together

d. Your rear brake pedal

Question 17 of 30

On a new or unfamiliar motorcycle, you should ride extra...?

a. Aggressively

b. Speedily

c. Carefully

d. Timidly

Question 18 of 30

You are 3 times more likely to die when involved in a motorcycle crash if...?

a. You're exceeding 20 mph

b. Your motorcycle has no windshield

c. You're not wearing body amour

d. You're not wearing a helmet

Question 19 of 30

The majority of motorcycle crashes occur at speeds of less than...?

a. 20 mph

b. 30 mph

c. 40 mph

d. 50 mph

Question 20 of 30

Effective eye or face protection must be...?

a. Free from scratches

b. Securely fastened

c. Well ventilated

d. All of these things

Question 21 of 30

The odometer on a motorcycle shows...?

a. Distance travelled

b. Current speed

c. Oil pressure

d. Engine revolutions

Question 22 of 30

When checking your tires, you should check...?

a. Tread depth

b. Wear

c. Pressure

d. All of these

Question 23 of 30

Acceleration on a motorcycle is controlled by...?

a. The right foot

b. The right hand

c. The left foot

d. The left hand

Question 24 of 30

The most serious effect of not having a good jacket in winter is...?

a. You will look amateurish

b. You will become fatigued

c. You'll have to change at your destination

d. You won't be able to ride as far

Question 25 of 30

Of these alternatives, which is the only effective protection for your eyes?

a. Face shield

b. Eyeglasses

c. Windshield

d. Contact lenses

Question 26 of 30

If your motorcycle has a fuel supply valve, you will find it...?

a. By the gas filler cap

b. By the rear brake pedal

c. By the ignition switch

d. Under the gas tank

Question 27 of 30

The high/low beam switch on a motorcycle will usually be found...?

a. On the left handlebar

b. By the ignition

c. On the right handlebar

d. Under the odometer

Question 28 of 30

A rider will incur a head or neck injury in one in how many motorcycle crashes?

a. 10

b. 15

c. 5

d. 20

Question 29 of 30

You are offered a helmet with frayed straps; what should you do?

a. Reject it

b. Knot the straps above the frayed point

c. Replace the straps with rope

d. Accept it provided it fits snugly

Question 30 of 30

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