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

Motorcycle boots should at least cover...?

a. Your ankles

b. Your heels

c. Your calves

d. Your knees

Question 1 of 30

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

a. Your front brake

b. Both brakes together

c. Your rear brake

d. Any of these

Question 2 of 30

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

a. You're exceeding 20 mph

b. You're not wearing a helmet

c. Your motorcycle has no windshield

d. You're not wearing body amour

Question 3 of 30

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

a. By the ignition switch

b. Under the gas tank

c. By the rear brake pedal

d. By the gas filler cap

Question 4 of 30

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

a. Before leaving town

b. Before leaving your street

c. Before reaching the freeway

d. In your garage

Question 5 of 30

The odometer on a motorcycle shows...?

a. Current speed

b. Engine revolutions

c. Distance travelled

d. Oil pressure

Question 6 of 30

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

a. 50 mph

b. 20 mph

c. 30 mph

d. 40 mph

Question 7 of 30

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

a. They know how to ride

b. They have an appropriate license

c. All of these things

d. They are familiar with your motorcycle

Question 8 of 30

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

a. Within an hour of starting out

b. Within 10 minutes of starting out

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

d. Within half an hour starting out

Question 9 of 30

Effective eye or face protection must be...?

a. Securely fastened

b. Well ventilated

c. All of these things

d. Free from scratches

Question 10 of 30

Acceleration on a motorcycle is controlled by...?

a. The left foot

b. The left hand

c. The right foot

d. The right hand

Question 11 of 30

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

a. Close the face shield

b. Polish it regularly

c. Fasten it

d. Put reflective material on it

Question 12 of 30

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

a. Protection

b. Color

c. Brand

d. Price

Question 13 of 30

Your brake light should be activated by...?

a. Your rear brake pedal

b. All of these

c. Both brake controls together

d. Your front brake lever

Question 14 of 30

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

a. Chest trauma

b. Stomach trauma

c. Hemorrhaging

d. Head and neck injury

Question 15 of 30

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

a. You'll have to change at your destination

b. You will become fatigued

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

d. You will look amateurish

Question 16 of 30

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

a. 5

b. 15

c. 10

d. 20

Question 17 of 30

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

a. Tread depth

b. Pressure

c. All of these

d. Wear

Question 18 of 30

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

a. Timidly

b. Speedily

c. Carefully

d. Aggressively

Question 19 of 30

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

a. Your left foot

b. Your left hand

c. Your right hand

d. Your right foot

Question 20 of 30

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

a. The right thumb

b. The right forefinger

c. The left pinky

d. The left thumb

Question 21 of 30

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

a. Crash protection

b. Comfort

c. All of these things

d. Heat/cold protection

Question 22 of 30

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

a. By the ignition

b. Under the odometer

c. On the left handlebar

d. On the right handlebar

Question 23 of 30

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

a. Get your left foot on the ground

b. Get your right foot on the ground

c. Any of these

d. Get both feet on the ground

Question 24 of 30

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

a. Synthetic

b. Leather

c. PVC

d. Denim

Question 25 of 30

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

a. Eyeglasses

b. Windshield

c. Contact lenses

d. Face shield

Question 26 of 30

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

a. At every service

b. Every month

c. Every week

d. Every fortnight

Question 27 of 30

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

a. Knot the straps above the frayed point

b. Accept it provided it fits snugly

c. Replace the straps with rope

d. Reject it

Question 28 of 30

You should adjust your mirrors...?

a. Sitting on your motorcycle before starting

b. Once you've reached more than 30 mph

c. When riding at low speed

d. Standing by your motorcycle before starting

Question 29 of 30

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

a. Thick mist

b. Heavy traffic

c. Heavy rain

d. None of them

Question 30 of 30

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